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many lakes, you could fish a different one for every day of your life. In fact, nearly half of North-ern Saskatchewan is fresh water! Fishing is the number one recre-ational activity in the northern half of the province.The Churchill River drains most of north-central Saskatchewan into Manitoba and Hudson Bay. The northern half of the province is Canadian Shield and boreal for-est country: rocks and forests, and lakes created by glaciers, com-prise the landscape here.

Most of Saskatchewan’s lakes support walleye, pike and perch populations, with some, such as Downton, Lussier and Little Raspberry Lakes with trout. Cold Lake is one of the few to support lake trout.From Amber Lake, south to Big Peter Pond and Churchill Lakes, to Meadow Lake Pro-vincial Park, the western part of the province is the place to be for serious fishing lakes. Towards the central part of Saskatchewan, lakes such as Besnard and Downton have excellent fishing in quieter settings. These lakes are clear and cold, similar to lakes in much more north-ern areas.Delaronde Lake and the lakes of the central zone have it all: they are easy to access and they’ve got great fishing. Delaronde is home to big derbies. Most of these featured lakes are great for ice fishing, too!This is just a sampling of the thousands of lakes in Northern and Central Saskatchewan. Whether it be ice fishing or open water season, fishing is serious business in Saskatchewan. Take a chance and explore some new places in the north. You’ll be glad you did.

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aMber Lake

Amber Lake is remote and quiet, and the fishing is

worth the trek. Brook trout grow to about two pounds and brown trout can reach five pounds.Amber Lake is open all year and is stocked with trout. Spinners are a good choice for lures and flies can reward an-glers in the evenings.Fishing can be fabulous at Amber Lake. There are some reports of the lake contain-ing very large brown trout. These trout are consistent-ly known for their finicky tastes, and anglers target-ting them are often ad-vised to try different tac-tics before giving up.There are also brook trout in Amber Lake. Spinning gear can work well for brook trout, particularly smaller gear. Brook trout tend to hang in cooler water, and are not as active during the heat of the summer, or during the middle of the day.Late at night is when things really get going in Amber

Lake. Often, brook trout will be more active late and night and early in the morn-ing. Many anglers going after brook trout will pay special at-tention to the hours after dusk and before dawn.If you’re fly fishing, mosquito patterns can work well in Am-ber Lake. Try the areas around the shore line.Reports are that the boat launch at Amber Lake may be an issue for larger vehicles.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, drive west on Highway 55,

turning right (north) to stay on Highway 55 where it

meets Highway 3. Follow the

h i g h w a y north,

keeping right (north) at the junction with Highway 943. Just before Green Lake, turn right (north) onto Highway 155. Continue to follow High-way 155 past Peter Pond Lake. At La Loche, Highway 155 turns into Highway 955. Con-tinue to follow Highway 955 north past Clearwater River Provincial Park.Amber Lake is just past Pres-ton Lake, right off the high-way on the left (west), at about kilometre 134. If you reach Patterson Lake, you have gone too far.

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beSNard Lake

Besnard Lake, just northwest of Lac La Ronge Provin-

cial Park, is large and complex, as though it is hundreds of little lakes grouped together. Dotted with more than 250 is-lands, Besnard Lake is a great place to explore. Please bear in mind that newcomers will not want to explore this lake alone!Donna Zacharias, from Besnard Lake Lodge, has one major sug-gestion for anglers: “Hire a guide! You can’t go just anywhere in Besnard Lake, because it’s so rocky. It’s like mountain terrain under the water.”She says that there are ways to get around but “it can take years to learn.” The underwa-ter structure makes for

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f i s h habitat.Zacharias notes that walleye limits have been lowered and some areas are closed alto-gether, which has really im-proved the fishing in the past couple of years.

Also, for 200 metres on each side of the narrows bridge, as well as all of Mercer Bay, fishing is closed all year. Zacharias says minnows are the best bait and that anything big and flashy can attract pike. Perch can be plentiful too, and are often good catches for novice anglers.There are some places where there are weed beds, however, most of the lake is fairly clear, with lots of islands. Pointing out the lack of insects, Zacharias says that they do not need bug spray at the lodge. Un-

s u r - prisingly, then, fly

fishing has not really caught on in Besnard Lake. LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, head north on Highway 2 for 185 km.

Turn left (north) onto Highway 165, following this road for 55km and watching for the the signs to Pinehouse Lake and Beauval. At the junction with Highway 910, stay to the right (north), continuing along Highway 910 for around 34 km. un-til the

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for Besnard Lake Lodge.

Besnard Lake Lodge is a full

service facility with 7 cabins. The lodge has

guides for hire and boat rentals.

Donna and Dan Zacharias, the owners, note that they will clean, filet and freeze fish for guests. The lodge offers a well-stocked store, showers, gas and souvenirs. Contact Besnard Lake Lodge at besnardlake.com or by phone at 306-425-3474. During the winter, they can also be reached by email

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Peter Pond Lake is techni-cally two lakes. Little Peter

Pond Lake offers great fish-ing, while Big Peter Pond Lake is more inconsistent. Fishing is closed between April 1 and May 14.

Gerald Tinker, owner of Tinker’s Camp, says that the best fishing times are different for each part of the lake.

“Little Peter Pond is really good during May and June, and the first part of July. After that, the fish move into Big Peter Pond, which is better between mid-July and August.”

Tinker is enthusiastic about the fishing opportunities on Peter Pond Lake. “There’s very little fishing pressure here,” he says. You can be out all day and not see another boat. “There are lots of pike and walleye, and they’re easy to catch, too,” he adds.

During May and June, Tinker suggests that spoons are the best lures. “Anything flashy works, and the brighter the bet-ter, because the water is fairly dark.”

There are perch in Peter Pond Lake, Tinker says, but they do not grow very large and are mainly bait fish for pike and

walleye.

Fly fishing is not very popu-lar on Peter Pond Lake, Tinker says, although sometimes peo-ple try their hand at fly fishing in the shallow areas.

Tinker notes that ice fishing here is excellent. Anglers catch both pike and walleye on jigs at depths of about 20 or 25 feet. There is a commercial ice fishery on Peter Pond Lake,

Tinker says, and anglers will often catch their annual limit in a week.

LAKE ACCESS

From Buffalo Narrows, follow Highway 155 to

Highway 925. Then take Highway 925 until reaching the signage to Tinker’s Camp.

Gerald and Tracy Tinker oper-ate three separate locations and cater to large groups. On Hay Island, they boat guests to the cabin and food is provided.

Contact the Tinkers by phone at 306-235-7643 or visit their

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Big Sandy Lake boasts quality walleye fishing

and even better pike fishing. As the lake is relatively shal-low, it is ideal pike habitat.Pike are not fussy eat-ers and

will often key into just about anything when they are bit-ing. Pike are predatory and will lurk in the shallows while awaiting their prey.Cast towards the shoreline and retrieve in short, jerky bursts to attract their attention.

Big Sandy Lake offers good ice fishing, particu-

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place to set up. Walleye fishing is better on the eastern side and there is a limit of one walleye for Big Sandy Lake. Perch are also found in the lake, and Big Sandy Lake Outdoors Adventures says that the occasional trout can also appear. This is a good opportunity to break out the fly rod and practise some trout patterns.

LAKE ACCESS

From Saskatoon, head north to Highway 106.

Big Sandy Lake Outdoors Adventures is located

along the Hanson Lake Road (or Highway 106) at km 132 (mile 94).The camp is accessible by car along a paved highway to the access road. After a short distance on a graded road, you will reach the camp.Contact the lodge at 403-744-4066 or reach Al Stevenson by phone at 306-297-3235 or by email [email protected].


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Candle Lake is a busy resort lake, popular for

recreational users as well as anglers. Fishing may take a little more patience than lakes that do not see as much pres-sure. Walleye and pike are in the lake. Some of the best fishing is found off the islands on the east side. As well, fishing can be good along the southwestern shore, where it is weedy and rocky in places. This type of structure makes for the best fish habitat, though boaters be advised that caution is war-ranted here. Watch for rocks along the point across from Curly Island. The southern end sees good pike fishing. For walleye, some of the best fishing can be found in the area around Sandy Bay. Try using bottom bouncers and bait.There is a limit of 3 walleye for Candle Lake, and only one over 50 cm.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, fol-

low Highway 55 north onto Highway 120 for about 88 km. Turn left onto Paddockwood (Highway 520) and enter Candle Lake Provincial Park after about 10 km. Candle Lake Provincial Park offers several amenities from

camping to showers to laundry. There are several sandy beach-es, a golf course, and hiking trails.The lake is near

the resort village of Candle Lake, where

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churchiLL Lake

Churchill Lake has excellent fishing for pike and wall-

eye. Both open water and ice fishing can be fabulous here.

Churchill Lake’s many islands make for great fish habitat. John Graham, from Eyehill Creek Outfitters, says that the islands and shoreline bays offer quality fishing, particularly in the north half of the lake. He cautions that the lake is quite rocky in some places.

Graham notes that the basics can work best on Churchill Lake. “We catch just as many walleye on Len Thompson spoons as anything else, especially in June and July, which means you can [catch] 20-plus pound pike and walleye in the same fishing spot with the same hook.”

Graham suggests a Five of Diamonds #2, which is “the hot-test hook hands down.” He adds that a jig and minnow setup works well for later-season walleye fishing.

Reports from iFish Saskatchewan indicate that the Dillon River and right near the inflow into Churchill Lake are great spots for walleye, particu-larly in June and July.

The Dillon River runs between

Churchill Lake and Peter Pond Lake, directly west. Keep in mind that special regulations exist for the river and Kisis Channel between Churchill Lake and Peter Pond Lake. Consult the Saskatchewan fishing regulations before heading out.

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LAKE ACCESS

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coLd Lake

Cold Lake has the distinc-tion of being one of the best

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are great places to cast a line.Also, Cold Lake is one of the few lakes in the province that offers fishing for lake trout. This slow-growing species can be fabulous fishing. Lakes this size can be both intimi-dating and appealing. Despite its popularity, it is possible to find quiet fishing spots here. Anglers

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quently and still not cover the whole lake. Motorboats are use-ful. With such vast territory and so many fish species in the lake (a dozen is a conservative estimate), it is vital to familiarize yourself with the fishing regulations for both Saskatchewan and Alberta. Fishing licenses for both prov-inces are valid in Cold Lake.

LAKE ACCESS

From North Battleford, drive north along

Highway 26 to Meadow Lake Provincial Park. As

there are several access points to the lake, this

is one of the easi-est routes.

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Provincial Park offers everything from

campsites to concessions to wood, water, and electricity. There are several different camp-grounds and sites available.Alternatively, several routes from the town of Cold Lake, Alberta, lead to the lake. There are several different camp-ing and accommodation options

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daviN Lake

Davin Lake is known for its large pike and walleye fishing.

While not that deep, Davin Lake is complex, with an exceptional number of bays, islands, inlets and shoals. The pike habitat here is fantas-tic, with reports from iFish Saskatchewan indicating that the pike are often in the 20-plus pound range. Make sure you bring heavy gear and backup equipment. These feisty fish can make short work of light lines and will often target any-thing that moves. Lures that resem-ble baitfish are a good choice.Walleye are somewhat more fussy and will often be harder to catch during the times when pike are most active. Walleye tend to be more active in the evenings and even later into the night. Early mornings are also effective times to go after walleye.For the best fishing, hiring a guide is a really good idea, particularly for a lake such as Davin, where there is so much to cover. A guide can make your time most produc-tive.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, follow Highway 2/102 north for 431

km. At Highway 905, branch off to the left and follow Highway 905 for another 68 km.

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Delaronde Lake has two hon-oured distinctions. Firstly, it

is the only Saskatchewan lake fea-tured in the Western Canadian Walleye Trail, a series of tourna-ments mostly based in Alberta. The other important distinction is that Delaronde is the first in the se-ries of lakes that sees action.Russ Buckingham, from Pick-erel Point General Store, says that, for those unfamiliar with the Walleye Trail, anglers can join the association and then choose which tournaments they will enter. The Big River Walleye Classic is a non-profit tournament with pro-ceeds going to the local ATV and sled club and the local ski hill.Buckingham points out that al-though the weather for last year’s tournament was miserable, anyone who braves the weather is going to catch fish in Delaronde Lake. “If you’re getting skunked here, there’s something wrong!”Early in the year, Buckingham suggests that anglers try the south end of the lake for walleye. “You can jig for walleye,” he says, “but bottom bouncers remain [my] choice.”While early season fishing is good, Buckingham states that September fishing is the absolute best. As the season progresses, try the north end of the lake.“There’s a big map of the lake on

t h e wall here,” he says, “and we’re not shy about pointing out the best places to fish!”“In the past, the walleye were having trouble getting into the bay to spawn. The lake is being re-stocked from the south end now to make it easier for them,” Buckingham notes. He predicts that, while fishing is good now, in five years it will be excel-lent.As the name of the store suggests, there are also, of course, pickerel in Delaronde Lake. The lake hosts a large population and anglers reg-ularly pull out fish in the 20 pound range. If you want something

really easy to fish for, the jack are it. Buckingham proclaims, “you get your Five of Diamonds and you get your Jack!”

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, head west on Highway 55 for approxi-

mately 122 km. Highway 922 curves to the right; follow it to De-laronde Lake.Pickerel Point General Store is located at the south end of the

lake, near ZigZag Island. There is a campground, although Buck-ingham notes that it is mostly reserved for seasonal full-time guests. There is a boat launch open to the public, available to use for

$15.Boat launches are located at

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dore Lake

At over 500 square kilometres, Dore Lake is the 7th larg-

est lake in Saskatchewan. This aquatic paradise is surprisingly quiet and faces little fishing pres-sure.Duane Schroh from Dore Lake Lodge says that the low pressure allows the fish to get quite large. “Two summers ago, a world record pike came out of here. It weighed in at 33 pounds,” he states. Schroh says that Dore Lake is not too hard to navigate, but the hotspots will change throughout the year. During the fall, the areas around the islands can be r e w a r d i n g . Earlier in the season, stick to the shallow

areas,

Schroh advises.While fly fishing is very good in the spring, Schroh suggests that Rapala spoons or Crankbaits are good choices. Try blue and silver combinations.Reports from the Fishing Saskatchewan forum suggest t h a t Dore Lake can

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LAKE ACCESS

From Prince Albert, follow the Northern Woods and Water

Route (Highway 55) west for 131 km to Range Road 3075. Stay right (north) on Highway 55 at Shellbrook. Follow the signs to Dore Lake Lodge. Duane and Val Schroh, owners of Dore Lake Lodge, offer cab-ins, campsites, and boat rentals.

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dowNtoN Lake

Downton Lake is one of the few trout lakes in

Saskatchewan. Each year, the lake is stocked with rainbow trout.Trout lakes are excellent places to practise fly fishing. While pike and walleye can be caught on the fly, there is

something about trout particu-larly, that make them appeal-ing for fly fishers.Depending on the time of season, rainbow trout can be caught with a variety of fly patterns. Early season pat-terns should try to mimic the choices available to the trout naturally, such as leeches. While there are some patterns that are considered “standard” for a fly fisher’s repertoire, such as Doc Spratleys and Woolly Buggers, it is often a good idea to experiment, par-ticularly if the bite seems off. Standards are used frequently for a reason, though, because they tend to adapt to a variety of conditions. Still, sometimes the trout will have had their fill of whatever insects are cur-

rently hatching and something new can pique their interest.Downton Lake is fairly shal-low and this can mean that some of the best fishing is dur-ing spring and fall. In the heat of the summer, ear-ly mornings and late evenings are better times for trout. Un-like pike, which tend to be more shallow-water dwellers, trout will often go down deep during the day and in the heat.

LAKE ACCESS

From North Battleford, Downton Lake is 245 km

north along Highway 2. Located just outside of the town of La Ronge, in Lac La Ronge Provincial Park, both the park and the town

have

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greig Lake

Greig Lake is another gem in Meadow Lake Provincial

Park. The campground is family-friendly and the fishing is decent.

Greig is known for being a little finicky. Despite its reputation, though, the weedy habitat sup-ports a good pike population.

Reports from the Alberta Outdoorsmen Forum and the Fishing Saskatchewan forum suggest that while the fishing can be challenging, Greig Lake does really well when the fishing is on. Try trolling along the west side of the lake.

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ends in part icu-lar are g o o d spots for

wa l l eye . Hansen Bay,

located on the north

end, is a good place to start.

Greig Lake is also a good place to experiment with different colour combinations and different lure options.

Pike are often attracted to flashy lures and walleye tend to be more active later in the evening. Vary your approach and try to venture out very early or late in the day.

Please remember to consult the Saskatchewan fishing regulations before heading out. Greig Lake has a walleye limit of 3.

Take a look at The Angler’s Atlas webpage for Greig Lake and some of the surrounding areas. Members can post map markers for hotspots, warnings and boat launches. Visit anglersatlas.com/lake/112575, and while you are there, sign up for notifications when new information is added for your favourite lakes.

LAKE ACCESS

Greig Lake is located in Meadow Lake Provincial

Park.

From North Battleford, drive north to the park on Highway 4 for 204 km.

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hackett Lake

Winter or summer, Hackett Lake fishing is

top quality. Large pike and walleye are abundant.

Reports from iFish Saskatchewan indicate that both large pike and wall-eye are plentiful in Hackett Lake.

Hackett Lake is fairly shallow and drops off quickly in plac-es. Try your luck around the island in the southeast corner, or the shoal in the north end.

Ice fishing for both pike and

walleye can be worthwhile in Hackett Lake.

Year- round, the lake has

a limit of 3 walleye. P l e a s e f a m i l i a r -ize your-

self with the Saskatchewan fish-

ing regulations before heading out.

There are several other lakes in the

area. Little Red Willow Lake,

Osimisk Lake and Nesslin

Lake are w o r t h e x p l o r -i n g , t h o u g h m a n y a r e a s are not

accessible by cars or trucks. Ensure you have good trail maps if you plan to explore. Of course, the largest lake in the area is Delaronde and the fishing there is excellent.

Check out the Hackett Lake page on the Angler’s Atlas website at anglersatlas.com/lake/137575. Angler’s Atlas members can post stories, vid-eos and pictures. Or, mark up the map with points for boat launches, trails, hot spots or warnings.

Members can also sign up to follow their favourite lakes. Sign up to be notified when new information is added about your favourite places.

LAKE ACCESS

From North Battleford, drive west along Highway

55, veering right at the curve to follow the highway. At the junction with Highway 922, turn right (north) and follow this road to Hackett Lake.

Hackett Lake is located just off the highway on the left (west). There are several accommoda-tion options around Delaronde Lake.


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Jan Lake, with its many islands and bays, is an angler’s para-

dise. Although it is fairly shal-low in most places, there are some deeper sections on the eastern side.Jasmine Hughes, from Three Lakes Camp, has this to say about the fishing on Jan Lake:Our guide says: “ P r e f e r r e d tackle in June are 1/4 oz l e a d h e a d j i g s

tipped with a minnow or night crawler. Plastic

bodies are an option. C o l o u r s for heads and bodies

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is available at the camp. Small crank baits that go 4 to

5 feet down all also very good. We cast or troll these in shallow spawn bays for walleye.

Pike like any spoon in any color. This time of year, all

you have to do is make them mad. Generally, the pike are hanging out with the walleye. Medium weight 6 foot rods with spinning or bait casting reels and 8 to 10 lb line is adequate. If you like ultra light rigs, they work well and are a lot of fun. If casting for pike or pulling bot-tom bouncers, you should have a few 9 to 12 inch wire leaders. We tie the jigs directly to the line.”…From me: A few people fly fish on Jan for pike and have fun doing it! Harper’s Island is the spring hotspot for walleye. First and Second Narrows are very

popular during the sum-mer months because of the current. North end and

Otter Narrows are fished in the Fall.

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Jeannette Lake is one of the mid-sized lakes located within

Meadow Lake Provincial Park. Jeannette Lake supports walleye and pike, and reports are that both are decent in size. The lake sees a fair amount of action and it seems that evening fishing is more pro-ductive in the heat of the summer.iFish Saskatchewan members suggest that the northwest shore is the place to target walleye later in the evening.Earlier in the spring, walleye may be found in the southern part of the lake, but as it is quite shallow, the fish will tend to congregate more in the north, especially moving into the sum-mer months.

Throughout the year, pike can be found in all areas of the lake. While reports suggest that the pike in Jeannette Lake are not overly large, they are fairly easy to catch and often go after nearly anything you offer.Please consult the

Saskatchewan fishing regu-lations before heading out. Jeannette Lake has a limit of 3 walleye.Along with Jeannette Lake, there are several other great fishing

spots in M e a d o w L a k e

Provincial Park. With 25 lakes to choose from, many of which are stocked with fish, there is sure to be something in the park for every angler. Several of the lakes are profiled in this guide. Check out the Angler’s Atlas website page for Jeannette Lake at anglersatlas.com/lake/112551. While you are there, sign up to be notified about information on your favourite lakes. Angler’s Atlas members can also post comments, pictures and videos, as well as map markers showing hotspots, boat launches and more.

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From North Battleford, drive directly north along Highway

4 for approximately 217 km to Meadow Lake Provincial Park.The park boasts settings ranging from the most lively to far more secluded. While very popular, it is still possible to find quiet areas.Meadow Lake Provincial Park offers many campsites, power, water, beaches, playgrounds and concessions. As well, the town of Meadow Lake is nearby for any ameni-ties not available in the park. Reservations are recommended, as the park can be quite busy. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at saskparks.net for maps or more information.

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While not that large, Keeley Lake has a reputation of

being one of Saskatchewan’s best fishing lakes. Anglers going after walleye and pike will find that Keeley Lake is a year-round hot spot.

Members of iFish Saskatchewan report that Keeley Lake was very produc-tive in 2014. Some of the best fishing is for walleye, which can get as large as 3 pounds.

Suggestions are to try Husky Jerks and Cranks for pike, and Cranks or a Lindy Rig for wall-eye.

Ice fishing can be good as well, both for walleye and pike.

Please consult the Saskatchewan fishing regu-lations before venturing out, as several regulations are in place for Keeley. For example, Keeley Lake has a limit of 3 walleye.

Take a look at the Angler’s Atlas page for Keeley Lake at anglersatlas.com/lake/690484. Members can post stories, vid-eos, and pictures. Members can also post map markers for boat launches, hot spots, warnings

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you are there, sign up to fol-low your favourite lakes! This feature allows you to be notified when new information is posted about your favourite lakes.

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Keeley Lake is located 158 km north of North

Battleford, directly on Highway 4. The last section to Keeley Lake

Lodge is gravel.

The lodge caters mostly to hunters, though anglers are welcome. Keeley Lake Lodge offers a boat launch, cabins, gas, boat rentals, and a small store and tackle shop.





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Lac deS ÎLeS

Lac des Îles has a lot going for it. In recent years, the fishing

pressure has declined, which is good news for fish stocks.

Jeff and Jeannine Jesske, from Northern Cross Resort, offer some tips for fishing Lac des Îles.

“Ice Out: Fishing northerns right after ice out is incredible. The big girls are spawning and very pro-tective of their roe. They spawn in the shallow waters of Rangers Bay and beware any fish (or hook) that comes near. Toss a floating lure anywhere near them and you might just watch the water explode!”

“Fishing Walleye: Fishing wall-eye in Lac Des Îles requires “knowledge.” Walleye have eyes on the side of their head. Northern’s eyes face upward too, so the safest place to be if you’re a walleye is below them. You need to find the holes and drop

offs. And the best way to find them in a hole is to jib

or baitfish

with a leech or a worm.

Trolling a lure will likely land you a northern. After the big northerns spawn in the bays, and the water starts to warm up, they head out into the main lake on mass. The walleye then move into the bays and try to eat as much northern roe as possible before they hatch and grow up trying to eat them. In the sum-mer, you will have to fish wall-eye in the main lake, where they hang out in much deeper water...It takes a bit of knowledge and patience, but a 9 pound walleye is worth the wait.”

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Lac des Îles is located in popular Meadow Lake

Provincial Park. From N o r t h

Battleford, drive directly north along Highway 4 for approxi-mately 217 km to Meadow Lake Provincial Park.

The Jesskes also offer some great tips for fishing perch in Lac des Îles on their website. Contact them at [email protected], or visit their website at ncresort.com.


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As part of Meadow Lake Provincial Park’s chain

of great fishing lakes, Little Raspberry Lake is worth the visit. It is off the beaten path, making it less prone to the pressure and busy-ness that the other lakes in the park face.

Little Rasperry Lake is stocked with brown trout, which make a great target to practise fly-fishing.

Brown trout take well to flies, and as the lake is not that deep, Little Raspberry can be a great place for a small pontoon boat. Fishing from shore is produc-tive as well.

Outdoor Canada, among oth-ers, suggests that brown trout can challenge anglers. This is

when it pays to be versatile and to experiment when something is not working.

Rabbit Leeches, Woolly Buggers and Cone Heads can be good flies to try, particularly early in the season when the trout are feeding more actively.

Leeches are a common early-season pattern, though they can work well throughout the year to entice fish who are not tak-ing to the more current offer-ings.

Concentrate your efforts more on the drop-off areas and deep-er sections than in the shallows. At dusk and later evening, the trout can sometimes head into the shallows to feed, but gen-erally they w i l l

look for underwater structure and deeper sections.

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Meadow Lake Provincial Park is located directly

north of North Battleford. Take Highway 4 directly to the park and follow the signs.

Meadow Lake Provincial Park offers a wide range of services, from concessions to firewood. Several campsites, beaches, playgrounds and options for recreation make this one of the most popular parks in the prov-ince. Campsite reservations are definitely recommended. Visit saskparks.net for more infor-mation.

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LuSSier Lake

Lussier Lake, although not as big as some of the sur-

rounding waters, is a great place to catch brook trout. Regularly stocked, Lussier Lake offers up a bit of a change from the ordinary.

This is a great place to practice your fly fishing skills. Brook trout are fairly easy to catch on the fly, and as Lussier Lake is not that deep, it is ideal for a pontoon or belly boat.

Early season patterns such as leeches are good standards. Black fly patterns can be good for later in the spring and early summer.

Ice fishing, and even just before the water freezes, can both be great brook trout times. Stick to the shallows, as the trout are more likely to be shallow than deep at these times of the year.

Brook trout are an introduced species in Saskatchewan and are managed through stocking programs. They generally go after smaller lures and tend to be most active at dusk.

Lussier Lake area is packed full of prime fishing locations.

Hundreds of lakes in the area offer excellent fishing off the beaten path.

Just outside of Lac La Ronge Provincial Park, you will find Barker, Devil and Althouse Lakes, to name a few.

In the past, Althouse Lake was stocked with splake, though this program has been discontinued.

The lakes in Lac La Ronge Provincial Park are worth tak-i n g the time to

explore. Rainbow trout and walleye are among the fish present in many of these lakes.

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From Prince Albert, Lussier Lake is an easy drive

straight north approximarete-ly 314 km along Highway 2 (which becomes Highway 102 just past La Ronge).

The closest services are located within Lac La Ronge Provincial

Park, directly across the highway. There

you will find c a m p i n g , as well as water, fire-wood and bathrooms.

For other s e r v i c e s , the town of La Ronge is close by, south on Highway

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Mistohay Lake, in Meadow Lake

Provincial Park, is a popular walleye and pike fishing lake.The best time to visit here is early in the season. Mistohay Lake is relatively shallow and the fishing tends to slow down considerably during the sum-mer heat.Throughout the year and even into the summer, fishing is usually better in the evenings, particularly later evenings.Mistohay Lake can get busy

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many

of the lakes in Meadow Lake Provincial Park. Some of the best places to fish are along the south side.The walleye limit for Mistohay Lake is 3. Please consult the Saskatchewan fishing regula-tions before heading out.

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From North Battleford, Meadow Lake Provincial

Park is located approximately 217 km directly north along Highway 4. Many of the lakes in the park are accessible by vehicle,

though there are some that require a bit of

a hike to access.

Please check the signage, and keep vehicles off of foot paths.Several amenities are located within the park, from conces-sions to campgrounds to boat launches. Other services are located just south of the park in the town of Meadow Lake.Reservations for campsites in the park are highly recom-mended, especially during the summer months. For more information, for campsite reservations, or for park maps, visit the Saskatchewan Parks web-site at saskparks.net.




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Although Montreal Lake is not very deep, it has

some interesting underwater structure that makes for great pike and walleye habitat.Some of the best fishing is reportedly around the south end. Ice fishing can be really good here. YouTube member Vic Stew posted two videos show-ing large pike coming out of the ice. As well, iFish Saskatchewan members reported that Montreal Lake produces pike up to 18 pounds. The Montreal Lake Cree Nation hosts an annual wall-eye ice fishing derby. In 2015, this event is held in March. This catch-and-release derby offers thousands of dollars in prizes. Open water fishing can be just as rewarding as ice fish-ing. The best walleye fishing is in early spring as the fish become more active after the winter. Pike will hang out in the shallows in the early season. Trolling

Crankbaits works well. Pike are fairly quick to bite, though they can be more of a chal-lenge to reel in because of their size. Ensure you have heavier line and gear appro-priate for their razor sharp teeth.Walleye are somewhat less feisty. They are often more active early in the morning or later in the evening. While they inhabit the shallow areas early in the sea-son, they will move to deeper water as the s u m m e r progresses.P l e a s e r e m e m b e r that there is a limit of one wall-eye for Montreal Lake. Consult the S a s k a t c h e w a n fishing regula-tions before heading out.

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From Prince Albert, Montreal Lake is

located an easy 103 kilometres north along

Highway 2. There are no accommoda-

tion options directly at Montreal Lake, though there are other lakes near-by with campgrounds. Candle Lake is about 30 km away and has camp-grounds and a hotel.

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pierce Lake

Pierce Lake is another of the great fishing lakes

in Meadow Lake Provincial Park. Being one of the deeper lakes in the park, Pierce Lake is known for its lake trout.Lake trout are a slow-grow-ing species and prefer deeper, colder water. They spawn in the fall and will spend the heat

of the summer in the cooler waters.

Silver and blue are good colour

choic-

es for lake trout, and trolling spoons can be a consistent starting point. Especially ear-lier in the season, this usually works well while the trout are still in the shallows.When the trout are deeper in the lake, even simple jigging is effective. Larger spoons in silver make a good choice.

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From North Battleford, head north along Highway

4. Turn left onto Highway 55 and follow this r o a d

to the

park.Meadow Lake Provincial Park boasts all types of amenities and accommodation options. While there are many differ-ent campsites from which to choose, the park can get quite busy. Reservations are rec-ommended. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at saskparks.net for more information, including campground reser-vations and park maps.


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SeaLey Lake

Sealey Lake, nestled in Narrow Hills Provincial

Park, is a great little trout lake. Small spinners and spoons are good choices for trout, and depending on the time of the season, colours such as blue and silver, or orange and red can help to lure the fish.If you are fly fishing, standard patterns can work well, from leech patterns to mayflies, and damselflies later in the season. Often, leech patterns work well in the early spring and later in the fall when the trout are feeding heavily. The Fishing Saskatchewan crew, in their video for Sealey Lake, suggests that if leech-es are not working, Muddler Minnows can make an effec-tive option to change things up. Fly fishers will often attest

to the suc-

cess of a pattern that does not match what is typical for a particular time of year.Sometimes the trout just need a change, and a different pat-tern can be enough to arouse their appetite.Earlier in the year, the trout will often be found in the shallow areas, but in the heat of summer, they will move to cooler waters.

LAKE ACCESSFrom Prince Albert, head east along Highway 55 to Highway 106. Turn left (north) onto Highway 106, and follow this road to Sealey Lake.Sealey Lake is locat-ed in Narrow Hills P r o v i n c i a l Park.

It is only one of about 25 fish-ing lakes in the area, including Montreal, Candle, and Lower Fishing Lakes.Camping is available in the park, along with picnic areas, washrooms, laundry facilities, beaches, boat launches and playgrounds. Reservations are recommend-ed, as the park can get busy. Please note that some of the campsites have “maximum stay” designations. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at saskparks.net for more information, including campground reser-

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tobiN Lake

Tobin Lake produces good catches of walleye, with fif-

teen pounders coming in regular-ly over the last few seasons, says Vince Walcer of Tobin Lake Resort.

He says the hot spots for walleye are “The Hump,” Prudence Point and Serenity Bay.

For new anglers looking to try out this fishery, Walcer has a number of tips to help you get started.

“Most [people] drift-fish the slopes of the main chan-nel, maintaining 10’ to 20’ depths depending on con-ditions.

He suggests us-ing “Lindy

Rigs” bottom bouncers with 4’ to 10’ snells, with one or two hooks.

For live bait, the popular choices are leeches and night-crawlers. Anglers can also try a variety of beads, spinners and floats, as well as snell lengths at varying depths depending on conditions.

Northern pike are another popu-lar fish on Tobin Lake and Walcer suggests using spoons or crank

baits. “Pike are aggressive so don’t be subtle with your presen-tation of tackle.”

If you are fishing the river, Walcer says the best places are at Ea-

gles Nest or at the

opening of the lake.

On the lake, the best place for pike is the “big lake,” and he sug-gests you stop into the store for a detailed map.

There are special regulations in effect for Tobin Lake to help keep the fishery healthy, like a manda-tory use of barbless hooks, and a slot size in effect. Read through the Saskatchewan fishing regula-tions ahead of time.

From Francois Finley to E.B. Campbell dams (including the Petaigan River), the walleye limit is three, and they must be between 55 - 86 cm.

The pike limit is four, and none

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l o w e d between 75

- 115 cm. The fishery is closed

from April 1 to May 14.

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Tobin Lake is located north east of Nipawin, with a num-

ber of access points.

Tobin Lake Resort is located 34 km east of Nipawin. Follow Highway 55 east for approxi-mately 10 km to to Highway 255, then turn north.

Continue along Highway 255 for another 24 km to Willow Drive (note the left turn at the 14 km mark). The resort is located at the end of Willow Drive.

Tobin Lake Resort is a full ser-vice resort, with cabins, boats, store, restaurant and an enclosed

marina. To learn more about its accommodations and services, go online and visit their website at tobinlakeresort.com.

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upper fiShiNg Lake

Within Narrow Hills Provin-cial Park, there are dozens

of good fishing lakes. Upper Fish-ing Lake is one of them.

Upper Fishing Lake is home to walleye and pike. During the ear-ly season, both walleye and pike tend to be found in the shallower waters.

Crankbaits and jigs are effective ways to catch both pike and wall-eye. Trolling, or even anchoring and casting, can be all you need for pike.

Walleye can take a little

more planning to catch. Early mornings and later evenings are ideal times to head out for wall-eye.

Other fishing lakes in the vicinity include Lost Echo Lake and Low-er Fishing Lake. Baldy Lake is stocked with walleye. Little Bear Lake is home to lake trout, wall-eye and pike. Many of the lakes in the area are hike-in or day-use only. Some have boat launches and campgrounds, but just as many do not.

Please ensure you bring detailed maps of the area and familiarize yourself with the freshwater fish-ing regulations for restrictions.

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Upper Fishing Lake is located in Narrow Hills Provincial

Park. With a lodge, grocery store, gas station and more, there are plenty of accomodation options.

From Prince Albert, drive east along Highway 55 to Highway 106. Turn left (north) onto High-way106 and follow this road to the park.

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Waterhen Lake has fabu-lous fishing for wall-

eye and pike. The fish are not overly large, but they are plentiful, and fishing is gener-ally good. Some of the lake’s best fish-ing, for both walleye and pike, is around the north end of the lake. In general, it may be worthwhile trying to follow the contours between depths of 15 and 20 metres. Reports from iFish Saskatchewan users in-

dicate that the northern areas are consistent hot spots.There are special regulations in place for Waterhen Lake, and also for the Waterhen River.For Waterhen Lake, the wall-eye limit is 3. For the Water-

hen River, there is a limit of 3 walleye and 2 lake

trout. Please ensure you are familiar with the regulations before ventur-

ing out.

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From North Battleford, drive north along Highway

4. Turn left onto Highway 55 and follow this road to Meadow Lake Provincial Park.Along with several camp-grounds, there are many privately-run resorts, restau-rants, boat launches and other amenities. On Waterhen Lake, Tawaw Cabins offers camp-ing, cabins and boat rentals.

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Weyakwin Lake is a popular spot

for pike and walleye. In 2011, the lake was voted one of the top five fish-ing destinations in the prov-ince by readers of Prairies North magazine. The fish are not overly large, but they are plentiful.There are several is-lands in Weyakwin Lake, and these are good starting points. Gen-erally, walleye will prefer to be in the deeper sections. Pike are not so particular, as long as they have access to food. Make sure your gear is up to the challenge, as their sharp teeth can make short work of light lines.Keep some time open in late winter each year for the an-nual Weyakwin Lake Ice Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Ramsey Bay Snowmobile Club. Contact the club for more information.

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ZedeN Lake

Zeden Lake is a pretty little lake in Narrow Hills Pro-

vincial Park. Zeden Lake is well-known for its fabulous trout fishing.

In 2014, the lake was stocked with 10,500 brown trout and another 5,000 rainbow trout.This is the perfect lake for fly fishing. Brown trout are among the most challenging trout species to catch. Out-door Canada suggests that

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fishing is the best time for brown trout, while they are feeding heavily. Try fishing on cloudy days, or even late at night.Zeden Lake also has a large perch population. These are easier to catch, and are usually fun for kids.

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lake is approxi-mately 143 km northeast.Drive east on Highway 55 un-til it intersects with Highway 106. Turn left (north) and fol-low the highway to Zeden Lake.Narrow Hills Provincial Park offers several op-tions for camping and boat launch-es. Several other lakes in the vicin-ity offer excellent fishing.© The Angler’s

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