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outhern Saskatchewan is home to some of the best fishing lakes in Canada. The southern and central zones are considered the “family fishing zone,” and the “serious fishing zone.”
Aspen, pine and rolling hills characterize the landscape in the southern half of the province. There are numerous popular provincial parks, regional parks, and even national parks in this zone, with good reason. The south, known as the “family fishing zone,” has great fishing along with other excellent recreational opportunities.
From the popular Calling Lakes of the beautiful Qu’Appelle Valley, to the larger lakes such as Diefenbaker and Last Mountain
Lakes, fishing and recreation go hand in hand.
Most of Saskatchewan’s lakes support walleye, pike and perch populations, with some, such as Suffern, Thomson and Buffalo Pound’s pond supporting trout. Boundary Dam Reservoir is Saskatchewan’s only bass lake.
All of the lakes we profile in this guide are great ice-fishing lakes. As well, several are home to annual ice fishing and open-water derbies from smaller local contests to large tournaments. Lake Diefenbaker and Last Mountain, as well as Lake of the Prairies, are home to major walleye tournaments.
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ady Lake is one of the few trout fishing lakes in Saskatchewan. While the lake is not very deep, the trout are stocked here, and an aerator helps to ensure sufficient oxygen for winter survival.
Rainbow trout are an ideal species to try your hand at fly fishing. Walleye, pike and perch can all be caught by this method as well, but when people think of fly fishing, trout are usually the first species that comes to mind. Lady Lake is also an ideal fly fishing lake for anglers in belly boats or pontoons. The lake is shallow, therefore not suited to larger boats. Motors are not allowed here.
Fly fishers often try to “match the hatch,” with their patterns. Take a look at the insects that are emerging at any given time, and tailor your fly patterns to those insects. Early in the season, as the trout are beginning to feed after winter, leeches are a good pattern choice. As the season progresses, mayflies, damselflies and other similar insects can be enticing to the trout.
Brook trout and rainbow trout are often caught using similar patterns. Brook trout tend to be found in somewhat deeper water than rain-
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bow trout, so your presentation may differ depending on your target. If you’re using standard fishing tackle, rainbow trout can be caught with a variety of lures from spoons to spinners. Traditional methods of catching other species such as jigs and bait can sometimes succeed, though trout are often attracted by the brighter colours that are found on other tackle. The best times to fish for trout are early and late in the season. Early in the spring, just after iceoff, can be excellent. The action will slow down during the summer, particularly if it’s hot. As the weather cools off, into September and October, the bite can return.
Lady Lake is open for fishing year-round, and people do ice fish here. However, there is an aerator on the lake, and caution is absolutely essential, as the aerator will make for thin ice and open patches of water. LAKE ACCESS
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rom Yorkton, Lady Lake is 105 km north. Head north along Hwy 9 to Hwy 49. Turn right, back onto Hwy 9, and follow to Lady Lake.
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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 129 Hectares (319 Acres) Maximum Depth • 6.4 metres (21 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 58 metres (190 feet) Survey Date • September 1968 Contour Units • Metres
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Avonlea Lake A
vonlea Reservoir is a popular fishing spot during both the winter and summer months. Avonlea Reservoir offers easy access and good fishing.
There are several boat launches and trails around the reservoir, making it easy to get onto the lake with a boat. As well, there are many places where fishing from shore is very productive.
QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2 Hectares (5 Acres) Maximum Depth • 8 metres (26 feet) Elevation (ASL) • Unknown Survey Date • June 1963 Contour Units • Metres
Avonlea Reservoir gets fairly deep quite quickly in some areas. Particularly at the north end, the drop-offs are steep. The boat launch is located in the north.
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Pike, perch and walleye are plentiful. Avonlea Lake is stocked every second year.
rom Moose Jaw, drive east along Hwy. 1 for about 5 km. Turn right (southeast) onto Hwy. 39, following this road for about 43 km. Take 130 Rd. south for another 28 km and follow the signs to Avonlea Reservoir.
Some anglers insist that night fishing is the best way to catch walleye. Many report that the fish feed more heavily and are more active at night.
Dunnet Regional Park is located at the north end of the reservoir. Here, anglers can access the boat launch at the northwest end of the lake.
This can be a unique experience, and if you are prepared and practise good safety strategies, night fishing can reward the wide-awake angler.
Members of Ice Shanty, an online ice fishing forum, report that Avonlea Reservoir can be hit-and-miss in the winter, making it a challenge for anglers. Pike and walleye are equally caught, however in less numbers.
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asin Lake is one of a group of unique lakes in Saskatchewan. Basin Lake is salinated, which means that, while not as salty as the ocean, the water is saltier than your average freshwater lake.
Basin Lake is most known for its bird habitat. The lake is part of the Basin and Middle Lakes Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at www.saskparks.net for information.
Although Basin Lake is less well-known for its fishing opportunities, those who do fish there know that it can be worthwhile.
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Pike are the main fish species in Basin Lake. There are also perch and walleye, but the pike outnumber the other species.
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rom Melfort, follow Hwy. 41 west to Hwy. 20, which takes you to the lake.
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From Saskatoon, take Hwy. 41 northeast for 108 km until reaching the intersection with Hwy. 20. Turn right (south) and follow Hwy. 20 for 22 km until reaching the side road that leads to the lake.
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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 5,490 Hectares (13,566 Acres) Maximum Depth • 16.5 metres (54 feet) Elevation (ASL) • Unknown Survey Date • Unknown Contour Units • Metres
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lacker Lake, just outside of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, is unique in Saskatchewan. The lake is one of the few lakes stocked with brown trout. Brown trout can be exceptionally rewarding. Both flies and lures are great choices for brown trout. That glers there thing said the
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Blacker Lake Rabbit Leeches and Woolly Buggers make for effective early-season patterns. After ice-off, brown trout feed heavily, and leech patterns are often a go-to for early season fly fishers.
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Anglers should try to be flexible and versatile when targetting brown trout.
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rom Swift Current, follow Hwy. 1 west until reaching the Hwy. 21 intersection. Turn onto Hwy. 21 south and the road leads right to Blacker Lake.
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Shallow areas are good places to start in the early spring. Evenings and mornings are most productive.
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Look for underwater structure and weeds that will give the trout cover. Be patient because sometimes it pays to stay in the same spot for a length of time. Brown trout are wary, and movement and noise will spook them.
Nearby Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park offers full amenities, from camping to visitor centres and interpretive trails. Equestrian activities are popular here as well. Reservations are recommended. For more information, for campground reservations, or for park maps, visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at www.saskparks.net.
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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 0.66 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 4.7 metres (15 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 343 metres (1,125 feet) Survey Date • December 1982 Contour Units • Metres
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lackstrap Reservoir, just south of Saskatoon, is a very popular lake. Surrounded by forests and residential areas, as well as a provincial park, long and narrow Blackstrap Lake sees significant pressure. Good fishing is often sacrificed for other recreational pursuits, however, Blackstrap Lake remains great for fishing.
The best fishing on the reservoir is early in the morning or later in the evening. Its proximity to Saskatoon makes it easy to head out for a quick evening trip. Fishing Blackstrap Reservoir is great from shore, a n d there
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on. Walleye are not traditionally on the fly fisher’s radar because they can be unpredictable and a little heavy for some fly equipment.
are several spots along the lake that are ideal for this. The dam along the north end is a good spot to try, though it can get busy at times.
Better yet, launch a boat and find a hot spot out from shore to try your luck. The park has a boat launch, and at 14 km long, Blackstrap Lake has no shortage of potential fishing locations. Angler’s Atlas member cozbecoz shared several fishing spots on the Blackstrap Reservoir page of the Angler’s Atlas. Check out anglersatlas.com/lake/112179 for more information. Walleye are some of the most popular and plentiful fish in Blackstrap Lake. Leeches are good early-season bait. Try leeches on jig heads about 100 metres off-shore.
Fly-fishing for walleye is starting to catch
However, with the right gear and a couple of good minnow patterns, walleye make for an exciting change of pace for fly fishers. Try minnow patterns in white, silver or blue. Also, try leech patterns such as Woolly Buggers.
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Pike and perch are exciting to catch, and perch in particular are fun for novice anglers. Pike can be easy fare, as they are generally far from fussy about their food choices. These fierce fighters prefer shallow and weedy areas. Try crankbaits, spinners and spoons. Perch are perfect for ice fishing, and Blackstrap Lake is a fabulous choice on a winter day.
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rom Humboldt, drive west along Hwy. 5 to Saskatoon, about 110 kms. Turn onto Hwy. 11, and follow this road south to Blackstrap Provincial Park. Blackstrap Provincial Park has 50 campsites in two separate locations. The beach and a playground are near the campsites. Reservations are accepted.
QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 1,210 Hectares (3,000 Acres) Maximum Depth • 8.5 metres (28 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 526 metres (1,727 feet) Survey Date • Unknown Contour Units • Feet
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oundary Dam Reservoir is the go-to lake for largemouth bass in Saskatchewan. In fact, it is the only lake in Saskatchewan that supports a largemouth fishery. Because of this, the lake is a unique destination and is hugely popular.
YouTube videos, discussion forums, and local experts all agree that Boundary Dam Reservoir is an unmatched experience in Saskatchewan. The water temperatures tend to be warmer than in other Saskatchewan lakes, which suits the bass just fine, as they thrive in warmer waters.
Members of iFish Saskatchewan report that rubber frogs are a good choice of lures for bass. The weedier south end is a great place to start and the spillway is another consistent summer spot.
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fame, the lake also supports good walleye and pike fisheries.
Pike will often be caught on the same lures that reel in the bass, and anglers here will often use heavier gear for bass,
knowing that the pike will be waiting as well.
The Estevan Wildlife Federation hosts a walleye derby every year, with proceeds going towards enhancement of the Boundary Dam Reservoir recreation site. The Estevan Wildlife Federation Boundary Dam Opening Day Classic is held on May 7th, 2016, with prizes for the top 6 finishes.
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here are several different access points for Boundary Dam Reservoir. From Estevan, head directly south on Hwy. 47 for approximately 9 km.
The Boundary Dam Beach has campsites, a boat launch, a playground and volleyball courts.
QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 6.5 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 23 metres (75 feet) Elevation (ASL) • Unknown Survey Date • June 1973 Contour Units • Metres
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raddock Reservoir is excellent walleye habitat, offering both shallow areas for spawning in early season, and deeper areas during midseason. Walleye fishing is often best in the early spring, although fishing remains good right through the year.
Later in the season, some of the best walleye fishing is very early in the morning or late
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Braddock Reservoir and other Leech patterns. Try white, silver, chartreuse, black or blue combinations, in sizes #2 and #4.
Enigma_Nick wrote an excellent article on fly fishing for walleye in the Weedbed Blog. He says that some of the best conditions for fishing walleye are windy, low-light conditions. These are not ideal for any fly fisher, however, these are the times when walleye will be most active.
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at night. Many anglers fish for walleye well past midnight. While standard lures and jigs work well for walleye, fly fishing for this species is beginning to catch on. Fly fishing for walleye is great with Streamer patterns, particularly Deceivers, Clouser Minnows, Woolly Buggers,
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Enigma_Nick also suggests rom Swift Current, Bradthat in clear water, more natdock Reservoir is southural-coloured patterns are east. Follow Hwy. 4 south to the best choice, whereas in Hwy. 721. murky water, try something flashier. Read the rest of the article at www.weedbed.blog. com/2012/03/walleye-fly-fish© The Angler’s ing/. Atlas
QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 1.3 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 8 metres (27 feet) Elevation (ASL) • Unknown Survey Date • August 1960 Contour Units • Metres
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uffalo Pound Lake is another hugely popular fishing spot during both winter and summer.
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Buffalo Pound Lake as ice thickness can be deceiv- LAKE ACCESS ing and temperature fluctuarom Moose Jaw, drivetions can make it dangerous. northeast along Hwy. 2 Along with the larger lake, and follow the signs to Buffalo Buffalo Pound Provincial Park Pound Provincial Park. The offers a barrier-free trout pond park is approximately 20 minfor those who do not feel like utes outside of Moose Jaw. taking on the adventure of the Buffalo Pound Provincial Park big water. offers several amenities, from
Perch are plentiful, making it an exciting lake for anglers of all ages.Walleye and pike a r e This pond is heavily stocked with brook, brown and rainbow also trout, making it a perfect spot resident to practise some fly-fishing in Buffalo techniques. Pound Lake. Please keep in mind that These larger fish are Buffalo Pound Pond has a exciting to catch and motor restriction. reports are that some of the hotspots are right out from the boat launches.
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In 2014, 672,000 walleye fry were stocked in Buffalo Pound Lake.
Ice fishing can be as popular, if not more popular, than the open-water season on Buffalo Pound Lake. The lake Part of the appeal is that ice has a limit of ten perch fishing techniques tend to be and two trout. Make sure to simpler because anglers can consult the Saskatchewan fishing regulations before heading rely on basic setups. out. Make sure to exercise caution when heading out on the ice, whether on foot or in a vehicle,
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rystal Lake is just west of the Manitoba border. Stocked with 200,000 walleye fry in 2014, Crystal Lake is a popular walleye destination.
In the s u m m e r , expect to find walleye in the deeper areas. They are often slower to move about during the day, and can be slower to feed as well.
While not impossible, sometimes it takes a little more planning to catch walleye during the daytime. It has been said that sometimes, when walleye strike during the day, it is because
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iefenbaker Lake is one of Saskatchewan’s best fisheries. This sprawling, 225 kilometer-long reservoir has hundreds of great fishing spots, diverse habitat, and the fish and environment to challenge every skill level and style of angler. From
rainbow trout to pike, Lake Diefenbaker supports several species of fish. Walleye, burbot and pike are just a few of the other fish species thriving in this vast waterbody. From derbies to quieter fishing spots, Diefenbaker Lake has everything an angler could want. This introduction is meant to be a general overview of this large and diverse lake.
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Diefenbaker Lake West DERBIES
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here are three major fishing derbies that take place annually on Lake Diefenbaker, with big money prizes at stake. The Lake Diefenbaker Walleye Classic takes place during the last weekend in May. This major tournament is part of the Saskatchewan Walleye Trail and carries a first place prize of $10,000. The weigh-in and boat launch are at Coteau Bay.
The Riverhurst Walleye Classic is a catch-and-release tournament that takes place on Father’s Day weekend each year. The Sask Landing International is also part of the Saskatchewan Walleye Trail. This highly popular tournament takes place from July 16 to 17, 2016.
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anada Freshwater Fishing states that, “in the course of the springtime, Lake Diefenbaker o f t e n floods. This flooding generates pools of water which
are referred to as coulees [where] walleye usually go. These walleye are generally tempted by fishermen who use in-line spinners, casting jigs, and crankbaits.”
These coulees and shore fishing opportunities should not be regarded as simply for the lure angler. In fact, walleye fishing on the fly can be some of the best that Saskatchewan has to offer. This method of fishing walleye has yet to hit the mainstream, however, those who fly fish for rainbow trout know that any fish that can be caught, can be caught with a fly.
Some flies worth considering for walleye are Streamer patterns, leeches and mayfly nymphs. Deceivers are especially popular among walleye fly anglers. Aim for sizes larger than you would for rainbow trout; often, minnowshaped flies will be particularly effective. Walleye will go after larger prey and will chase it down rather than wait for it.
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tions of Lake Diefenbaker are ideal. Walleye rely on wind (among other things) to keep themselves hidden from both predators and prey. Lake Diefenbaker is prone to heavy winds and wave action that walleye love.
Along with wind, the best conditions for walleye are cloudy days and other low-light conditions, especially darkness. Walleye are far more active at night than they are during the day, and if you are feeling adventurous, the time between 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. are ideal. Just make sure you are very familiar with your fishing locations before you attempt this. If you are not a night fisher, take heart. The times right around sunrise and sunset can also be productive.
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he trout population in Lake Diefenbaker is there as a result of escapees from a fish farm. These extra large fish are still thriving in the lake, and since they cannot reproduce, they h a v e
grown much larger than wild-stock trout.
With flies or lures, get down deep to target the trout. Trout generally
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Diefenbaker Lake East It does not take too much to entice pike. Something that imitates a bait fish is a good choice, and flashy colours can work well. Razor-sharp teeth make it necessary to ensure your gear is heavier than for other fish.
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urbot fishing in Lake Diefenbaker is an experience in itself. These massive fish like to be down deep, and, like walleye, are far more active at night than they are during the day.
key in on flashy colours and presentations that will catch their attention.
PIKE
During the fall, fishing can be spectacular. As they are feeding heavily to prepare for winter, trout and pike are far more active than in the heat of the summer.
Pike are the type of fish to lie and wait for their prey. Look for dropoff areas, weeds, rocks and other structure, as those places make it easier for pike to conceal themselves.
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are coldwater fish. They are not fussy about their food choices, and will attack anything from minnows to frogs to larger fish. As a result, they can be caught with a variety of lures.
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here are innumerable access points for this massive lake, and countless shore-fishing spots. There are also several boat launches and full-service marinas.
** Danielson Launch, in Danielson Provincial Park, at the north end of the “T”. ** Hitchcock Bay Boat Launch, in the village of Hitchcock. There is a $5 fee for usage. There is also a public boat launch at Hitchcock Bay.
** Coteau Bay, at the north end of the “T,” just west of the Spillway at Danielson Provincial Park. ** Cabri Regional Park boat launch is a public access launch at the far western end of the lake. ** Sask Landing, boat launch on the west side of the bridge.
** Anchor Marina is also at Sask Landing Provincial Park. Boat rentals, sales, service, bait and recreation equipment are all available here. ** Rusty’s Coulee Marina, near the eastern end of the lake, is a full service marina that offers fuel, bait and pump services.
** Lakeside Marina is located near the intersection of the “T,” at the east end of the lake. Lakeside offers slip rentals, charters, fuel and pumpout services.
** Prairie Lake boat launch and small marina is a dock for sailboats. There is a public boat launch and a filleting station.
HOT SPOTS
According to members of iFish Saskatchewan, there are nearly a dozen “standard” hot spots on Lake Diefenbaker, although there are dozens more that are not so well-known.
Some of these more popular spots are around the village of Elbow, Coteau Bay, the Fish Farm, Sask Landing, Danielson, Prairie Lake Regional Park, Beaver Flats, the Gardiner Dam Spillway, Douglas, and Hitchcock Bay. For some of the best fishing, you may want to consider hiring a fishing guide if you are unfamiliar with the lake. This can be especially useful if your time is limited, or if you want a basic introduction to some of the best spots.
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cho Valley Provincial Park is located about 250 km southeast of Humboldt.
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cho Lake is just one of several lakes in the popular Qu’Appelle River system. This popular chain can make for some great fishing for pickerel and perch.
Greg Prokopetz from Pokey’s Tackle Shop in Regina, says that while anglers sometimes need to compete with other recreational enthusiasts, the fishing can still be good.
“The whole Qu’Appelle chain has good fishing,” he says. “Try using Bottom Bouncers in bright colours. Chartreuse and orange with worms and leeches are good.”
“People are also using the Rapala Crawdad Crankbaits, or try a perch or fire tiger colour jig with leeches,” he suggests. There can be a lot of recreational pressure on all of these lakes, which can disrupt midday fishing. Prokopetz suggests early mornings and late evenings are the best times for these lakes. Early spring can be the best time of year for Echo and Pasqua Lakes, though fishing can be good all summer, he says. A good tactic is to
fish t h e r i v e r mouths, as that is where the fish are more likely to hang.
Prokopetz says that ice fishing can be really good on Echo and Pasqua Lakes. In some years, access can be challenging, making it easier to walk onto the lakes rather than drive.
Outdoors website www.S3outdoors.com calls both Echo and Pasqua Lakes some of their favourite walleye fishing in Saskatchewan. They note that fishing near the sand bar in Echo Lake can be rewarding. “There is a sand bar with easy access about midway on the south shore with a sharp drop. The sand bar extends out 25 to 30 meters into only one meter of water.”
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Pike seem to be easier to catch here than walleye, although the same could be argued for many lakes. Pike are not fussy, and will often attack anything that moves.
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eautiful Greenwater Lake offers diverse habitat for fish along with all manners of recreation for people. The fullservice park and local businesses provide the perfect launch point for a day, a weekend, or more on the lake. Greenwater Lake supports a thriving fishery for pickerel (walleye), perch, pike (Jack) and burbot.
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choosing the right hooks and lures. “Proper hooks and lure selection are key to catching walleye, and change frequently with conditions,” Teale suggests.
Darren Teale, from Greenwater Lake Marina, is enthusiastic about the fishing opportunities on Greenwater Lake. “Fishing at Greenwater Lake is challenging and can be very good,” he says. Teale suggests for anglers to try a couple of different places for pike. “Along the edge of the reeds in the southwest bay near the marina, or near the reed bed on north end of the lake between the two points,” are good starting spots. He suggests that using a #1 or #0 spoon and casting is a great strategy. Walleye, on the other hand, can be a more challenging target. “Greenwater Lake has an abundance of feed for walleye and this makes it difficult to catch them,” Teale says.
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Success can be a matter of timing, and being in the right place. “Walleye will generally feed for about a half hour per day, and if you are lucky enough to be out at the right time and have your hook in the water at the right depth, things can go very well!” Teale’s secrets to success are to find the places where the walleye are feeding. They often wait in holes or in the shadows of trees, he says. Try leeches, night crawlers and minnows for bait. Stop in at the marina for some other tips on
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rom Humboldt, head east on Hwy. 5 for about 42 km. Turn left (north) on Hwy. 6 and follow this to Hwy. 349. Turn right (east) and drive approximately 105 km to Hwy. 38N. Turn left (north) to Greenwater Lake Provincial Park.
Greenwater Lake Marina is open daily from the end of June to the beginning of September. Along with boat rentals, they offer bait, hooks, lures and snacks. Visit them at greenwaterlakemarina.com.
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ackfish Lake, just north of North Battleford, is a popular pike, perch and walleye lake. Jackfish Lake is ideal for its location, which is easy to access for a quick trip or a weekend. There are several places where shore fishing is possible, which makes it a great place to take the kids. The fish are average sized, according to reports on iFish Saskatchewan. While not huge, they can be plentiful.
Pike are feisty, and are exciting to catch. Spoons are a good choice for lures. Pike prefer shallow water, so many shallow-working lures will be ideal. Crank Baits are another good choice.
Western Sportfishing (westernsportfishing.ca), reports that fly fishing for pike is catching on in many parts of Canada. Spring and fall are the best times for this. Good patterns can be minnow imitations, larger Woolly Buggers, or frog imitations.
During the winter, the ice fishing is great. One of the main events of the winter season is the Battlefords Northstars Ice Fishing Derby. The team hosts this popular event as a fundraiser and there are thousands of dollars in prizes, making it a busy derby. Along with cash, prizes include everything from boats to bags. LAKE ACCESS
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rom North Battleford, take Hwy. 4 north for about 50 km. The park access is on the left. Alternatively, head north along Hwy. 4 and turn left (west) along Hwy. 26 and then turning onto Hwy. 697. After about 5 km, turn right and drive another 3 km or so to the lake.
Battlefords Provincial Park lies along the northeast edge of the lake and provides camping, a boat launch, concessions, and a beach.
The north end can be a productive place to target pike. Another spot to set up is right out from the Golf Club on the northeast side. Farther south, out from Delorme Beach on the east side, is another reported hot spot.
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for Fort Qu’Appelle. This will take you to the south end of Katepwa Lake and Katepwa Point Provincial Park.
atepwa Lake is a great fishing lake just southeast of Fort Qu’appelle. Fish from shore or by boat. Perch, walleye and pike are all large and plentiful. Reports from iFish Saskatchewan are very positive. Minnows are a good bait choice, and the southern end makes a great place to start. If you are shore fishing, start just west of the beach at Katepwa Point Provincial Park. There is also a boat launch near the beach.
Walleye are a great all-around target. They can be exciting to catch, and are not as feisty as pike. Try simple jigs, live-bait rigs or jigging spoons for walleye.
The evening, even nighttime, is typically the best time to catch walleye, but early mornings are also productive. Walleye tend to slow down during the day and they prefer deeper water than pike.
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Katepwa Lake is great during the summer and equally productive for ice fishing. Perch are especially active, and are fairly easy to catch. Huge pike can also be had through the ice. Check out our cover photo as evidence!
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Katepwa Point Provincial Park lies along the eastern shores of Katepwa Lake and offers a boat launch, picnic and day-use areas.
There are two other boat launches. One is located further north from the park along the east side, while the other is located along the western shore.
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Kenosee Lake K
enosee Lake is a popular recreation lake, with beaches, waterslides and camping in Moose Mountain Provincial Park. It is less well-known as a fishing lake, but there are hopes that this will change with an aggressive stocking program.
In the past, water levels in Kenosee Lake have made it difficult for fish populations to thrive. The lake was subject to winterkill, and had a difficult time rebounding during the summer.
However, rehabilitation efforts have seen great improvement. A culvert was added to link Kenosee Lake with Little Kenosee Lake, and this has helped to increase water levels.
In 2013 and 2014, the provincial fish stocking program added walleye to Kenosee Lake. In 2015, a whopping one million walleye fry topped up the fish population here. Walleye tend to take between three and four years to reach catchable sizes, which means that this year, some of those earlier stockings will be reaching the right size.
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rom Regina, follow Hwy 1 east to Hwy 48, directly to Moose Mountain Provincial Park. The park offers camping, firewood and concessions, along with a multitude of recreational options.
Kenosee Lake is ideal for both shore fishing and heading out in the boat. The many islands and bays make for good underwater structure and fish habitat.
As well, fishing is about to see a great boost. In 2012, 1 , 5 0 0 perch were stocked in Kenosee Lake. These are an excellent species for novice anglers, as they are fairly easy to catch.
QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 5 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 8 metres (26 feet) Elevation (ASL) • Unknown Survey Date • June 1979 Contour Units • Metres
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t 93 kilometres long, Last Mountain Lake is the largest naturally-formed lake in southern Saskatchewan. The north end of Last Mountain Lake is not exceptionally deep. It is, however, extremely productive. The wetlands in the north make up part of the Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area. The bird sanctuary was the first ever in North America, and is one of the most important resting areas for birds of all types. Fishing the north e n d of Last Mountain Lake is excellent, if challenging. As a major spawning area for walleye, this part of the lake offers anglers a great opportunity to test their walleye smarts.
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Last Mountain Lake North Greg Prok o p e t z from Pokey’s Tackle in Regina, says that the north end of Last Mountain Lake has some prime pike and walleye areas in the early spring. Big Arm Bay, on the western side, is a perfect place for early season fish.
After the spring spawn for walleye, Prokopetz suggests trolling bottom bouncers and spinners, because they’ll be all over looking for food. In the early season when the water is clear, nickle, copper and other flashy colours are your best bet, moving into glow-in-the-dark and flourescents when the algae bloom and the water clouds up.
In the summer, Prokopetz says that anglers should look for points and transitions, moving shallow to deep. “Pull crankbaits along the drop offs,” he adds.
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rom Humboldt, there are several different route options, and several different potential stopping points along Last Mountain Lake. Here we preview the route to the far north end and the Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area. From Humboldt, drive south along Hwy 20. Before Govan, turn right (west) and follow straight through to Last Mountain Regional Park, where there is a public boat launch. Numerous facilities and amenities exist around Last Mountain Lake, and beach areas are plentiful. Be sure to check road conditions before heading out, as some access points may be more challenging in rough weather.
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he south end of Last Mountain Lake is where a lot of the action takes place. The water is a little deeper than in the north half, and there are several points where fish- S o m e ing is hot. of the best Greg Prokopetz, from Pok- fishing in ey’s Tackle Shop in Regina, the past few has says that there are a couple of years spots that seem to be good for been for carp, all species in this end of the Prokopetz says. “Carp fishing is lake. huge. Lots of locals Perch, pike and walleye all overlook the carp hang around Rowan’s Ravine fishery, but tourists in the summer. In June and love it,” he says. July, perch can often be found off the points near Colling- “They’re like catching a freight train. Carp are like wood. picking up a block of cement Prokopetz notes that Last with fins. They’re solid, they’ll Mountain Lake is also one of run and run fast.” the best ice fishing lakes in the west. If you’re after walleye, Prokopetz says that they’re he suggests heading out near promoting carp fishing a lot the stone barn at Grandview lately, and they’ve started stocking more of the gear and Beach just after first ice. bait needed for this fishery, Another good ice fishing spot with longer rods. is at Sarnia Beach for walleye. “In the spring, they spawn. As in summer, Collingwood is They move into the main lake a great place for ice fishing for and they eat. both walleye and perch. They’re like vaccuums.
They’ll be dormant all winter and barely move. Come summer, they’re all over, eating. They love corn,” he adds. “We bait a lot with corn.”
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There are two big tournaments to watch for, Prokopetz says. There’s the Rowan’s Ravine tournament in the early fall. In 2016, this will be held on September 9 and 10.
You can enter online for both of these, and they sell out fast.
In the spring, try fishing for carp at the south end of the lake, near the river.
There’s also the Regina Beach tournament in late spring. This year, June 4 and 5 are the dates for this one.
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Pokey’s Tackle Shop in Regina carries everything you need for a quick jaunt or a longer trip. Along with gear, they do repairs and installations as well. Stop by and talk with Gord and Greg Prokopetz and the knowledgeable staff for all your fishing needs.
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ake of the Prairies is a large, long lake situated in both Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Originally, the lake was created as a water storage lake to manage the risk of flooding elsewhere. A great fishery has been an added bonus.
Lake of the Prairies supports a high quality walleye fishery. In fact, Lake of the Prairies is now considered the second largest fishery in Manitoba, and one of the best walleye fisheries in Canada.
Along with boat fishing, there are options for shore fishing as well. Calvin Daniels, from Yorkton This Week, says that many of the shore fishing options are located at lodges and resorts, though he has had some success fishing from the Roblin Bridge.
Both the ice fishery and the open water season are very popular, and there are two annual derbies on the lake.
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Lake of the Prairies (North) During the summer, take advantage of the Russell Lions Prairie Classic, June 11 and 12, 2016. In the winter, the Assessippi Parkland Tourism puts on an ice fishing derby each February.
Carp are also present in Lake of the Prairies, though they tend to feed less in the winter, which can be challenging for ice anglers. If carp are what you’re after, try fishing in warmer water. Typically, they will be more active in warm water. Much like bass, they can be easier to catch when the water is warm.
Ice fishing for perch is very popular among experts and beginners alike. Perch can be caught in fairly shallow water with simple jigging tech- Rock bass can be an underrated n i q u e s . fishery. While they aren’t huge, rock bass can be fun to catch, and they will often bite when other Sometimes, species won’t. This can make the bigger perch will them a terrific fish for kids to be down deeper, but not catch. They tend to go after things always. Perch tend to that are flashy and active, and you school, so that where you may find that you catch rock bass catch one, you are likely to when you’re going after pike, and catch others. vice versa. They love minnows, shrimp and night crawlers. Minnows work best in cooler water, and night crawlers in warmer water. For ice fishing, try to set up over or near underwater structure such as rocks or weedy areas. Lake of the Prairies has plenty of that, and ice fishing for perch should make for a day of good action.
Of course, the big draw in Lake of the Prairies is walleye. (cont. next page)
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here are several species of fish in Lake of the Prairies, walleye being the most popular.
John Boyd, from For Your Walleyes Only, says that how you fish Lake of the Prairies will change depending on several factors. “How and what to use depends on the time of year and weather conditions,” he advises. If it’s windy, while it may not be ideal conditions for anglers, it’s perfect for walleye. They’re far more active in wavy water, and in anything murky. They’re very sensitive to light, and wind, sediment and low light conditions are easier for them to manage. Boyd says that on windy days, bottom bouncers and spinners with leeches or night crawlers are good.
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caught on calm days. “On a calm day, trolling using Rapellas can be an option,” Boyd suggests.
“I prefer vertical jigging using 1/8 oz chartreuse, orange, green or pink jigs with frozen minnows, leeches or crawlers.”
Boyd notes that underwater factors are important, too. “Structure plays a key role, and at Lake of the Prairies you have some great options.”
Boyd has a few favourite spots for setting up for the day. He suggests that the Roblin Bridge is a good spot from May to June, but warns anglers to be careful of snags under the bridge.
“The hydro lines south of the bridge have been known to be a good spot from May to July,” he adds.
Boyd also likes a spot down the lake towards Pyotts, which he says fishes well in July and August. Also, north, by Togo Bridge, seems to be good from May to the end of June, he says.
While walleye are the most popular target, they are by no means the only fish here. Boyd notes that there are also perch, pike, rock bass, red fin suckers and carp in the lake.
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rom Yorkton, take Hwy 10 east towards the Manitoba border, about 63 km. Turn right onto Manitoba Hwy 482, and follow this road for another 5 km. Turn left, another 3.7 km to the lake. Of course, there are several access points to the lake, and several options for boat launches and accommodations. There are parks, lodges and fishing guides in the area, both in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. John Boyd is one such guide. He operates For Your Walleyes Only, offering all-inclusive full and half day trips. All bait and tackle, as well as shore lunch, are included. Boyd can be reached at
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ebret Lake, also known as Mission Lake, is a popular lake both winter and summer.
Lebret Lake is one of a handful of lakes in the gorgeous Qu’Appelle Valley, known as the Calling Lakes, or the Fishing Lakes. Katepwa, Echo and Pasqua are the others in the group. Just outside Fort Qu’Appelle, the Fish Culture Station raises millions of walleye and trout, forming the backbone of the provincial fish stocking program. There are guides available for anyone who wishes to tour the facility. Reports are that the fish tend to be smaller here, but plentiful. Walleye, perch and pike are all
easy to catch. Summer fishing can be really good, but the winter is when the action heats up. Western Sportsman magazine names Mission (along with Echo, Katepwa and Pasqua) as one of the top ice fishing spots in the province.
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rom Regina take Hwy 1 east, turning north onto Hwy 10 at Balgonie. Follow Hwy 10 to Fort Qu’Appelle, and turn southeast onto Hwy 56 to get to Haffner Beach and Mission Lake.
H a ff n e r Beach is the best way to access the lake, via the boat launch located there. Walleye and pike fishing during The beach is located on the the winter are good. The perch northwest shore of Lebret Lake. are especially active during the winter, and more likely to be Accommodations and amenities are available at Fort Qu’Appelle. caught. Anglers may want to consider fly fishing. For walleye, try streamer patterns such as Deceivers. For pike, make sure your gear is on the heavier side, to accommodate the pike’s fight and teeth.
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enore Lake is an excellent walleye and pike fishing lake. Lenore Lake is considered one of the best walleye fisheries in Saskatchewan.
The annual Lions Club fishing derby on Lenore Lake is also very popular every winter. It is one of the few derbies that allows the use of shacks, Water levels can fluctuate on which can be comforting if the Lenore Lake, and the best fish- weather is very cold. ing spots for pike can be in some of the weedier areas. The bays along the west side can © The Angler’s Atlas be great pike spots. Lenore Lake’s walleye can make for spectacular fishing. Standard lures and jigs will work well for catching walleye.
Fly anglers may want to try streamer patterns such as LAKE Deceivers. In the early season, ACCESS Woolly Buggers are reasonenore able choices. Lake is 145 Walleye are known to be more located active at night. Many anglers km east of insist that the times between Saskatoon. Take 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. are Hwy 5 east for the best times. For those fish- about 122 km. ing during the day, cloudy and Turn north windy days are your best bet. (left) onto On clear days, the fish are Hwy 368 more likely to be taking cover and drive about from predators. Wind and low for light conditions make it easier 22 km. Lenore
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Lake and Lung Beach access point are located in the Village of Lake Lenore. The Lung Beach access point is at the south end of the lake. There is a bird sanctuary located on Lenore Lake, as well as a wildlife area that provides important nesting areas for birds and ducks.
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Madge Lake
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short distance north of Yorkton, Madge Lake is one of a trio of popular lakes around Duck Mountain Provincial Park, the others being Batka Lake and Little Jackfish Lake.
Madge Lake is quite shallow in most places, and is not known for its shore fishing opportunities. A boat is definitely the best way to explore Madge Lake. Early fall is ideal, and Madge Lake shouldn’t disappoint those anglers looking for the excitement of pike fishing.
Pike tend to inhabit shallow, weedy areas. At this time of year, as the weather is just starting to cool off, the fish are beginning to feed more actively.
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Your best bets for pike fishing are larger, flashier types of hardware. Spinners, spoons and crankbaits are all useful. Make sure your gear is solid, as the teeth on a pike will make short work of lighter equipment. Minnows are great bait choices. Pike are plentiful in Madge Lake, and there will also be the occasional walleye.
For those anglers targeting walleye, keep in mind that size restrictions on Madge Lake mean that anglers cannot retain anything smaller than 38 cm. Barbless hooks are mandatory for Madge Lake. Some of the best places for walleye on Madge Lake are around the bays.
Madge Lake is a great year-round family destination. Ice fishing can be good, both on Madge Lake and on nearby Batka Lake.
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rom Yorkton, Madge Lake is a short drive northeast. From town, head north along Hwy 9 for about 45 km. Turn right onto Hwy 5, and drive for another 45 km. Continue onto Hwy 57 and follow the signs for Madge Lake.
Numerous facilities exist, including campgrounds and lodges. Duck Mountain Provincial Park offers several amenities.
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Moosomin Lake M
oosomin Lake is a popular spot for anglers year round. Ice fishing and summer fishing are both productive for perch, walleye and pike. Moosomin Lake is ideal pike habitat. Grassy shorelines and shallow spots give the predatory pike lots of places to lurk. Lures that resemble bait fish are good to try. Cast towards shore and retrieve in short jerks. Make sure your line is heavy enough to withstand the razor teeth on these feisty fish.
There are limits on pike in Moosomin Lake. Currently, the limit is three. Walleye fishing in Moosomin Lake can be a treat, especially if you’re ice fishing. During the open water season as well, jigging or trolling crank baits can bring in the fish.
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Moosomin Lake is stocked with walleye. As this is designated a CR1 lake, the walleye limit is two.
There are several different spots that can be especially rewarding. Just south of the park, along the west side, can be a good place to start. Also, the east end of the dam, or the bridge along the west side are all good places to cast your line. Moosomin Lake supports a good population of perch, too. The limits for these are higher, set at ten. Everything you like to do on our website is now available on the go. That’s right, The Angler’s Atlas app is now available free for Android and iOS! All of the website features and more are now available for you where it matters -- when you’re fishing! Download today! LAKE ACCESS
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rom Regina, follow Hwy 1 east for about 220 km to Hwy 8. Follow Hwy 8 south to Hwy 709. Turn onto Hwy 709 west and follow the road to the lake. Facilities include day-use areas and a boat launch.
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u r r a y Lake is a great lake for both pike and walleye.
Pike t e n d to prefer shallower areas. In Murray Lake, the north end is a better spot for pike.
The deeper parts of the south end are where you’ll find more of the walleye. Crawlers and minnows are useful for catching walleye. Set up with a lindy rig in the deeper sections. Reports are that right out along the east shore from Lanz Point is a hotspot for walleye.
Another good spot to try is LAKE ACCESS along the western shore. Troll rom North Battleford, take slowly with minnows. Hwy 4 north for about 50 The Angler’s Atlas is proud km. The park access will be to present our new app! on the left. Alternatively, head Whatever you like to do on north along Hwy 4, and turn our website, now can be done left (west) along 26, turning on mobile. Take the Angler’s onto Hwy 697. After just about Atlas fishing with you to save 5 km, turn right and drive maps, mark hot spots, and another 3 km or so to the lake share with the world (or just access. your friends, with our new Battlefords Provincial Park groups option)! Available free lies along the northeast edge for iOS and Android, down- of Jackfish Lake, just to the load today! north, and provides camp-
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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 17 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 7.3 metres (24 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 529 metres (1,736 feet)
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asqua Lake is another of the Qu’Appelle Valley Lakes known as the Fishing Lakes, or Calling Lakes. The fishing in these lakes, as named, can be excellent. All four of these lakes (Pasqua, Echo, Lebret and Katepwa) are connected by the Qu’Appelle River system, which in itself provides stellar fishing. There are dozens of places where shore fishing is a great option. Also,
the river supports a thriving population of channel catfish, which are highly unusual in Saskatchewan.
Pasqua Lake, like the other Calling Lakes, is known for its walleye, pike and perch, and the open water fishing is terrific. Once the water freezes, though, the lakes get really busy. Ice fishing on the Calling Lakes can be spectacular. Online forums such as Ice Shanty are packed full of pictures of monster pike and walleyes. Plenty of videos on YouTube show large walleye coming out of the lake in the winter, some as large as 8 pounds.
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Pasqua Lake Anglers can try fishing the rock LAKE ACCESS slide on the north side of the rom Regina, head east on lake’s west end, the flats in the Hwy 1 to Hwy 10. Head same area or Indian Point. up on Hwy 10 about 59 km to For targetting walleye, they note Hwy 210. Hwy 210 goes directthat blades with crawlers, rigs ly to the eastern and leeches, or jigs and leeches end of can all bring in the fish.
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Pasqua Lake, and Echo Valley Provincial Park.
Camp Lutherland has facilities for rent as well as tenting spots available. Echo Valley Provincial Park, situated between Pasqua and Echo Lakes, provides access to both lakes, as well as numerous trails and recreational opportunities. Camping, hiking and golfing are just a few of the options for park users.
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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • Approx. 8 sq. km. Maximum Depth • 15 metres (49 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 479 metres (1,572 feet) Survey Date • Unknown Contour Units • Metres
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truthers Lake is a nice little Walleye are quite different, and AnglerAd_1.725x1.indd 5:08 PM catching them can require some spot for1 walleye and4/6/16 pike. During the open water season, planning. While they are often pike can be quite large, and ice caught during the day, especially fishing for walleye can be just as in the winter, if you’re fishing open water, they are more likely to exciting. be caught either early in the mornStruthers Lake is ideal for pike. ing or later in the evening. The gradual shoreline makes it great habitat, as pike prefer the Early in the spring, they too will shallow areas. Pike are stealthy tend to inhabit the shallow areas predators, and they will hold in of the lake, and this can be some the shallows, waiting among the of the best fishing times for wallweeds for their prey. They are not eye. As the summer progresses, fussy eaters, and have a reputation they will move to deeper areas of attacking anything that moves. This can make them fairly easy to lure.
Trolling crank baits and jigging are effective methods for catching walleye.
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rom Prince Albert, follow Hwy 3 south for nearly 50 km to Hwy 778 south. Take Hwy 778 for about 17 km to the lake. Struthers Lake Regional Park is a full-service destination with beaches, playgrounds, and accommodation options. There are two docks: one for boat launches, and the other for fishing. There is also a fish cleaning station available.
Their size and feistiness make them exciting to reel in. They have razor sharp teeth, and can cut through light fishing line in no time. Make sure your equipment is up to the challenge!
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homson Lake is dotted with islands and bays, with shallow areas for pike habitat, and some deeper spots for walleye. Weeds along the north shore can be a hot spot for pike.
The northeast side can be a good spot for walleye, as can the areas along the eastern shores. According to reports on iFish Saskatchewan, both ice fishing and open water offer great fishing.
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Enigma_Nick from the Weedbed Blog, suggests that flies could imitate a minnow shape. He suggests Deceiver patterns, Zonkers, or leech patterns. Mayfly nymphs and Dragonfly nymphs are also useful, and can entice walleye to eat when they’re not feeding heavily.
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2015 Southern Saskatchewan Stocking Report Waterbody Name Admiral Reservoir
Species WA
Stage FRY
Released 50000
Antelope Lake
WA
FRY
600000
Arm River Reservoir
WA
FRY
50000
Arm River Reservoir
YP
FNG
850
Assiniboia Reservoir
WA
FRY
50000
Barrier Lake
WA
FRY
800000
Battle Creek
RB
FNG
Battle Creek
RB
FRY
Baumann Reservoir
RB
FNG
Bear Creek
EB
Belanger Creek
Waterbody Name Loch Leven
Species RB
Stage FRY
Released 75000
Luseland Pond
RB
FNG
500
Maidstone Pond
RB
FNG
250
McBride Lake
WA
FRY
500000
McDougal Creek
EB
FNG
7500
McLaren Lake
NP
FRY
115000
5000
Meeting Lake
WA
FRY
350000
60000
Melfort Pond
RB
FNG
1000
800
Moose Mountain Trout Pond
EB
FNG
500
FRY
20000
Moose Mountain Trout Pond
RB
FNG
500
EB
FNG
4000
Moosomin Reservoir
WA
FNG
30000
Belanger Creek
RB
FNG
3000
Moosomin Reservoir
WA
FRY
300000
Belanger Creek
RB
FRY
45000
Nelson Lake
WA
FRY
180000
Bell Pond
RB
FNG
500
Nesland Lake
RB
FNG
6000
Biggar Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Nickle Lake
WA
FNG
5000
Bill's Lake
RB
FNG
4500
Oscar Creek
EB
FNG
2500
Bradwell Reservoir
WA
FRY
100000
Peck Lake
WA
FRY
180000
Buffalo Pond
RB
CAT
100
Picnic Lake
TT
FNG
10000
Buffalo Pond
RB
FNG
2000
Pratt Lake
WA
FRY
200000
Buffalo Pound Lake
WA
FRY
318000
Redberry Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Bushy Lake
WA
FRY
100000
Reserve Reservoir
RB
FNG
500
Cabri Reservoir
WA
FRY
10000
Round Lake
ST
FNG
6800
Saginas Lake
WA
FRY
500000
Saskatoon Trout Pond
RB
FNG
1000
EB
FNG
1000
Coal Pit-SPC-C
ST
FNG
1990
Constance Lake
ST
FNG
12000
Cookson Reservoir
WA
FRY
300000
Scissors Creek
Crystal Lake
WA
FRY
90000
Scott Reservoir
RB
FNG
5000
Cutarm Reservoir
WA
FRY
100000
Shutte Lake
WA
FRY
360000
Cypress Lake
NP
FRY
270000
Smuts Lake
WA
FRY
100000
Cypress Lake
WA
FRY
500000
Steep Creek
RB
FNG
500
David Laird Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Steistol Lake
RB
FNG
4000
Deer Lake
RB
FNG
8000
Suffern Lake
EB
FNG
5000
Deer Lake
ST
FNG
4000
Suffern Lake
RB
FNG
10000
Denzil Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Swan River
EB
FNG
8000
Diamond Lake
EB
FNG
1000
Swift Current Pond
RB
FNG
2500
Dr. Mainprize Pond
RB
FNG
2495
Thomson Lake
WA
FNG
140
Eagle Creek Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Tisdale Park Pond
RB
FNG
500
Elbow Lake
WA
FRY
400000
Tisdale SWF Pond
RB
FNG
500
Emerald Lake
WA
FRY
300000
Townsend Lake
WA
FRY
400000 1000
Etomami River
RB
FNG
5000
Waldheim Pond
RB
FNG
Exner Lake
RB
FNG
1000
Weekes Reservoir
RB
FNG
500
Exner Lake
TT
FNG
1690
White Bear Reservoir
RB
FNG
3000
Five Mile Dam
RB
FNG
1000
White Gull Creek
EB
FNG
10000
Gordon Lake
WA
FRY
50000
Whitesand Lake
WA
FRY
70000
Greenbush River
EB
FNG
6000
Wilson Lake
EB
FNG
2000
Herbert Reservoir
WA
FRY
50000
Wilson Lake
RB
FNG
10000
Hudson Bay A-Borrow Pit
RB
FNG
600
Wynyard Reservoir
RB
CAT
198
Jackfish Creek
EB
FNG
4000
Wynyard Reservoir
RB
FNG
2000
Jumping Lake
WA
FRY
250000
Yonker Lake
RB
FNG
3400
Kenosee Lake
WA
FRY
1000000
Zelma Reservoir
WA
FRY
100000
Kerrobert Reservoir
RB
FNG
500
Kimball Lake
WA
FRY
150000
Kipabiskau Lake
WA
FRY
730000 4000
Kipling Reservoir
RB
FNG
Lady Lake
RB
FNG
6000
Lady Lake
TT
FNG
2000
Leader Trout Pond
RB
FNG
500
Lisieux Pond
RB
FNG
990
Lisieux Pond
TT
FNG
250
Lloydminster Pond
RB
FNG
1000
Loch Leven
RB
FNG
4000
Stock Species Codes: BT Brown Trout EB Eastern Brook Trout NP Northern Pike RB Rainbow Trout WA Walleye YP Yellow Perch
Stock Species Codes: ADL Adult CAT Catchable FNG Fingerlings FRY Fry
For more information on Fish Stocking in Saskatchewan, visit: www.environment.gov.sk.ca/fishing
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