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  • Northern Saskatchewan

    SASKATCHEWAN

    BIG OL LAKERCover shot submitted by Brenda Taschuk, winner of the 2016 photo contest. See all our winners online and read their amazing stories.

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    SaSkatoon 300 Confederation Drive 306-384-1212SaSkatoon 731 Preston avenue 306-373-3666north BattleforD 11802 railway avenue east 306-446-3333humBolDt 2302 8th avenue 306-682-6299PrinCe alBert 3725 2nd avenue West 306-764-9000

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    NortherN SaSkatchewaN

    key MapNorthern Saskatchewan has so many lakes, you could fish a different one for every day of your life. Nearly half of Northern Sas-katchewan is fresh water! Fishing is the biggest recreational activity in Northern Saskatchewan.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 Saskatchewans lakes support walleye, pike and perch populations, with some, such as Downton, Lussier and Little Rasp-berry Lakes with trout. Cold Lake is one of the few to support lake trout.From Amber Lake to Meadow Lake Provincial Park, the western part of the province is the place to be for serious fishing lakes. Towards the central part of Sas-katchewan, lakes such as Bes-nard and Downton have excel-lent fishing in quieter settings.

    Delaronde Lake and the lakes of the central zone have it all: they are easy to access and theyve got great fishing. De-laronde 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 Saskatch-ewan. Take a chance and explore some new places in the north. Youll be glad you did.The Anglers Atlas is ex-cited to announce our new app! All of the great features of our website and more are now available on the go! Save maps, add markers, post stories and share with groups! Check it out free for iOS and Android.

    NORTHERN SASKATCHEWAN

    FISHING 2016PublisherSean Simmons

    Production: Kathy Buhler, Jamie Svendsen, Alison Warner

    Contributors: Russ Buckingham, Kevin Dergez, John Graham, Jason Hooper, Jasmine Hughes, Jeff and Jeannine Jesske, Alycia Mutual, Duane Shroh, Gerald Tinker, Vince Walcer, Donna Zacharias

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  • While not that large, Keeley Lake has a reputation of being one of Saskatchewans 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 productive in 2015 and into the winter of 2016. 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 walleye. Please consult the Saskatchewan fish-ing regulations before venturing out, as sev-eral regulations are in place for Keeley. For example, Keeley Lake has a limit of 3 walleye.

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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.

    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 70 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 16 metres (54 feet)

    Survey Date 1966

    Contour Units Metres

    keeley lake

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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 anglers in the evenings.Fishing can be fabulous at Am-ber Lake. There are some reports of the lake containing very large

    brown trout. These trout are

    consistently known for

    their fin-i c k y

    tastes, and anglers targetting them are often advised to try different tactics before giving up.There are also brook trout in Am-ber 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.Often, brook trout will be more active late and night and early in the morning. Many anglers going after brook trout will pay special attention to the hours after dusk and before dawn. If youre fly fishing, mosquito patterns can work well. Try the areas around the shore line.Reports are that the boat launch

    may be an issue for larger ve-hicles.

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

    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 0.5 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 14.5 metres (48 feet)

    Survey Date June 1986

    Contour Units Metres

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    REEL MARINE 306-272-3859FOAM LAKEWWW.REELMARINE.COM

    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 islands, Bes-nard 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 suggestion for an-glers: Hire a guide! You cant go just anywhere in Besnard Lake, because its so rocky. Its like mountain terrain under the water.She says that there are ways to get around but it can take years to learn. The underwater structure makes for excellent fish habitat.

    Zacharias notes that walleye lim-its have been lowered and some

    areas are closed altogether, which has really improved the fishing in the past couple of years. For 200 metres on each side of the narrows bridge, as well as all of Mercer Bay, fishing is closed all year.

    Z a c h a -rias 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 an-glers.There are some places where there are weed beds, however, most of the lake is fairly clear, with lots of islands.

    LAKE ACCESS

    Fr o m P r i n c e Albert, head north on H i g h w a y 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), continu-ing along Highway 910 for around 34 km. until the signs appear 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, offer to clean, filet and freeze fish for guests. The lodge offers a well-stocked store, show-ers, 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 at [email protected].

    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 125 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 26 metres (85 feet)

    Survey Date Unknown

    Contour Units Metres

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    big peter poNd lake (big buffalo)

    Peter Pond Lake is technically two lakes. Little Peter Pond Lake offers great fishing, while Big Peter Pond Lake is more inconsistent. Fishing is closed between April 1 and May 14.Gerald Tinker, owner of Tinkers 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. Theres 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 theyre easy to catch, too, he adds.During May and June, Tinker sug-gests that spoons are the best lures. Anything flashy works, and the brighter the better, 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 popular on Peter Pond Lake, Tinker says,

    although sometimes people 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 Tinkers Camp.Gerald and Tracy Tinker operate 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 web-site at tinkerscamp.com.

    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area 552 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 25 metres (82 feet)

    Survey Date Unknown

    Contour Units Metres

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    big SaNdy lake

    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 eaters 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, par-ticularly along the

    eastern shore. As well, the north-

    western sec-tion

    makes an effective 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 dis-tance 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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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 50 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 12 metres (39 feet)

    Survey Date May 1965

    Contour Units Metres

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    caNdle lake

    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 P a d d o c k w o o d (Highway 520) and enter Candle Lake Provincial Park after about 10 km. Candle Lake Provincial Park offers several amenities from camping to showers to laun-

    dry. There are several sandy beaches, a golf course, and hiking trails.The lake is near the resort village of

    Candle Lake, where anglers will find further amenities, including

    accomodations, res-taurants, groceries

    and boat rentals.

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 130 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 17 metres (56 feet)

    Survey Date 1961

    Contour Units Metres

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    churchill lake

    Churchill Lake has excel-lent fishing for pike and walleye. Both open water and ice fishing can be fabulous here. Churchill Lakes many islands make for g r e a t

    fish habitat. John Graham, from Eyehill Creek Outfitters, says that the islands and shore-line bays offer quality fish-

    ing, particularly in the north half of the lake. He cautions that the

    lake is quite rocky in some places.

    G r a h a m notes that

    the basics can work best here. W e catch just as many w a l l -eye on

    Len Thompson spoons as any-

    thing else, espe-cially 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 hottest hook hands down. He adds that a jig and minnow setup works well for later-sea-

    son 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 fish-ing regulations before heading out.Check out the Eyehill Creek Outfitters website to book your trip.LAKE ACCESS

    From North Battleford, take Highway 4 north to Meadow Lake, then head east on Highway 55 to Green Lake and north again on Highway 155 until reaching Buffalo Narrows. There is a dock here. Eyehill Creek Outfitters will pick you up from here with their boat and bring you to their lodge.

    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area 559 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 15 metres (49 feet)

    Survey Date Unknown

    Contour Units Metres

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    cold lake

    Cold Lake has the distinc-tion of being one of the best fishing lakes in two prov-inces. Cold Lake straddles the Alberta/Saskatchewan border and is part of Saskatchewans excel-lent fishing park, Meadow Lake Provincial Park.Cold Lake is one of the deepest lakes in Saskatchewan and offers numerous bays and shoals that 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

    can fish here f r e -

    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 easiest

    routes.M e a d o w

    L a k e

    Provincial Park offers everything from

    campsites to concessions to wood, water, and electricity. There are several different campgrounds 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

    on this side of the lake as well.

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area 37,300 Hectares (92,167 Acres)

    Maximum Depth 99 metres (325 feet)

    Survey Date Unknown

    Contour Units Feet

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    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 fan-tastic, 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 anything that moves. Lures that resemble 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 effec-tive 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 productive.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.

    Davin Lake Lodge is a full-ser-vice location with guides, boat rentals, and accommodations. Contact Irv and Diana at 306-874-5558 (office), 403-774-4058 (camp), or by email [email protected]. Visit their web-site: davinlakelodge.com.

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 100 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 45 metres (148 feet)

    Survey Date July 1974

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    Delaronde Lake has two hon-oured distinctions. Firstly, it is the only Saskatchewan lake featured 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 Pickerel Point General Store, says that, for those unfamiliar with the Walleye Trail, anglers can join the associa-tion and then choose which tourna-ments they will enter. The Big Riv-er Walleye Classic is a non-profit tournament with proceeds going to the local ATV and sled club and the local ski hill.Buckingham points out that al-though the weather for last years tournament was miserable, anyone who braves the weather is going to catch fish in Delaronde Lake. If youre getting skunked here, theres something wrong!Early in the year, Buckingham sug-gests that anglers try the south end of the lake for walleye. You can jig for walleye, he says, but bot-tom 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.Theres a big map of the lake on the wall here, he says, and were

    n o t 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 regu-larly pull out fish in the 20 pound range.

    If you want something really easy to fish for, the jack are it. Buck-ingham 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 Delaronde Lake.Pickerel Point General Store

    is located at the south end of the lake, near ZigZag Island. There is a campground, although Bucking-ham 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

    various points around the lake. Visit The Anglers Atlas for

    these locations at anglersatlas.

    com/10528.

    delaroNde lake

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 120 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 42 metres (138 feet)

    Survey Date June 1975

    Contour Units Metres

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    dore lake

    At over 500 square kilometres, Dore Lake is the 7th largest lake in Saskatchewan. This aquat-ic paradise is surprisingly quiet and faces little fishing pressure.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 rewarding. 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 that Dore Lake can be tricky if the wind comes up. Use

    caution when venturing into

    the open water.

    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, own-ers of Dore Lake Lodge, offer cabins, campsites, and boat rent-als. There is an airstrip nearby for fly-in anglers. Contact them

    at [email protected], by phone at 306-832-4511, or visit their website at dorelakelodge.com.

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 550 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 18 metres (59 feet)

    Survey Date 1965

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    dowNtoN lake

    Downton Lake is one of the few trout lakes in Saskatche-wan. 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 particularly, that make them ap-pealing for fly fishers.

    Depending on the time of season, rainbow trout can be caught with a variety of fly patterns. Early sea-son patterns 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 fishers repertoire, such as Doc Spratleys and Woolly Buggers, it is often a good idea to experiment, particularly if the bite seems off. Standards are used frequently for a reason, though, because they tend to adapt to a variety of con-ditions. Still, sometimes the trout will have had their fill of whatever insects are currently hatching and something new can pique their in-terest.Downton Lake is fairly shallow and this can mean that some of the best fishing is during spring and fall.

    In the heat of the summer, early mornings and late evenings are better times for trout. Unlike pike, which tend to be more shallow-water dwellers, trout will often go down deep during the day and in the heat.

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    From North Battleford, Down-ton 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 accommodation options. There are no fewer than eight different campgrounds, ei-ther in the park itself or close by.Camping in Lac La Ronge Provin-cial Park can be busy and reserva-tions are reccommended. For for information or for park maps, visit the Saskatchewan Parks website:

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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 Lake is known for being a little finicky. Despite its reputa-tion, the weedy habitat supports a good pike population. Pike are not known for being a fussy species.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.

    The north and south ends in par-ticular are good spots for walleye. 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. The Anglers Atlas has a new app! Now you can take our web-site fishing with you! Save maps, post stories, mark hot spots and more. Download free for iOS and Android, and take us with you on your trips!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.Meadow Lake Provincial Park is a full-service campground with tent and trailer sites, water, wood, beaches and playgrounds.

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    Surface Area Approx 20 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 27 metres (89 feet)

    Survey Date May 1966

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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 walleye are plenti-

    ful in Hackett Lake, no matter the season. While open water fishing is terrific, ice fishing for both pike and walleye can be outstanding.

    Hackett Lake is fairly shallow and drops off quickly in places. Try your luck around the

    island in the s o u t h e a s t corner, or the shoal in the

    north end.Year-round, the lake

    has a limit of 3 wall-eye. Please familiar-

    ize yourself with the Saskatchewan fish-

    ing regulations before heading

    out.There are

    s e v e r a l o t h e r lakes in the area. Little Red W i l l o w L a k e ,

    Osimisk Lake and Nesslin Lake are worth exploring, though many areas 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.The Anglers Atlas now has an app! Weve taken all the best features of our website and made them mobile so you can search maps on the go, add markers as you see them, and even share with friends with our new groups option! Download free for iOS and Android!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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    Surface Area Approx. 11 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 13 metres (43 feet)

    Survey Date June 1975

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    Jan Lake, with its many islands and bays, is an anglers 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 lead head j i g s t ipped with a

    minnow or night crawler. Plastic bodies are an

    o p t i o n . C o l o u r s for heads and bod-ies widely

    vary. Pink, white, char-

    treuse, yel-low, and red are

    all good. Another option is pulling bottom bouncers [3/4 oz] with a 24 inch spinner, sin-

    gle hook o r

    w o r m h a r - ness. Bait

    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 cast-ing 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 pull-ing bottom 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! Harpers Island is the spring hotspot for walleye. First

    and Second Narrows are very popular during the summer months because

    of the current. North end and Otter Narrows are fished in the Fall.

    At Three Lakes Camp, we focus on customer service. We are a drive-to light housekeeping camp. Rent a boat or bring your own you wont find better dock service! LAKE ACCESS

    Three Lakes Camp is a drive-in camp northeast of Saskatoon on Highway 106, 7 km north on Highway 135, then 4 km west on the Jan Lake access road. There is a grass/gravel airstrip 10 km from camp. Upon reaching the community, follow the main drag to the lake.

    JaN lake

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    Surface Area Approx. 75 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 33 metres (108 feet)

    Survey Date 1963

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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. In 2015, Jeannette Lake was stocked with 100,000 walleye.The lake sees a fair amount of action and it seems that evening fishing is more productive 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 summer 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 regulations before head-ing out. Jeannette Lake has a limit of 3 walleye.Along with Jeannette Lake, there

    are several other great

    fishing spots in Meadow Lake 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. Have you heard? The Anglers Atlas now has an app! Your favourite features of our web-site are now available wherever you are. You can search maps, add markers, photos and sto-ries. Weve even added a new groups feature so you can share with friends! Download free for Android and iOS.LAKE ACCESS

    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.

    JeaNNette lake

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    Surface Area Approx. 5 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 33 metres (108 feet)

    Survey Date 1967

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    lac deS leS

    Lac des les 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 les.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 float-ing lure anywhere near them and you might just watch the water explode!Fishing Walleye: Fishing walleye in Lac Des les requires knowl-edge. Walleye have eyes on the side of their head. Northerns eyes face upward too, so the safest place to be if youre 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 summer, you will have to fish walleye in the main lake, where they hang out in much deeper water...It takes a bit of knowledge and patience, but a 9 pound wall-eye is worth the wait.

    LAKE ACCESS

    Lac des les is located in popu-lar Meadow Lake Provincial Park. From North Battleford, drive directly north along Highway 4 for approximately 217 km to Meadow

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

    The Anglers Atlas

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    Surface Area Approx. 35 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 40 metres (131 feet)

    Survey Date July 1966

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    little raSpberry lake

    As part of Meadow Lake Provincial Parks 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 has been stocked with both tiger and 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 productive as well.Brown trout can challenge anglers, and will dive for cover when theyre hooked. If theres structure to get caught up

    in, theyll find it. Theyre also more fussy than rainbows in what they will take.This is when it pays to be ver-satile 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 taking to the more current offerings.Concentrate your efforts more on the drop-off areas and deeper sections than in the shallows. At dusk and later evening, the trout can sometimes head into the shallows to f e e d ,

    but generally they will 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, play-grounds and options for recre-ation make this one of the most popular parks in the province. Campsite reservations are defi-nitely recommended. Visit sask-parks.net for more information.

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    Surface Area Approx. 1 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 18 metres (59 feet)

    Survey Date 1959

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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 ordi-nary.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 pro-grams. 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 approximaretely 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 camp-ing, 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 H i g h w a y 102.

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    Surface Area Approx. 0.25 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 8 metres (25 feet)

    Survey Date 1959

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    MiStohay lake

    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

    at times, as is the case w i t h

    m a n y

    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.LAKE ACCESS

    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 website at saskparks.net.

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    Maximum Depth 12 metres (39 feet)

    Survey Date July 1966

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    Although Montreal Lake is not very deep, it has some interesting underwater struc-ture 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 mem-ber Vic Stew posted two videos showing large pike coming out of the ice. As well, iFish Saskatchewan m e m b e r s reported that M o n t r e a l Lake pro-duces pike up to 18 pounds. The Montreal Lake Cree Nation hosts an annual walleye ice fishing derby, held in March. This catch-and-release derby offers thousands of dollars in prizes.

    Open w a t e r

    f i s h i n g can be just

    as rewarding as ice fishing.

    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 challenge to reel in because of their size. Ensure you have heavier line

    and gear appropriate 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 season, they will move to deeper water as the summer progresses.Please remember that there is a limit of one walleye for Montreal Lake. Consult the Saskatchewan fishing regula-tions before heading out.LAKE ACCESS

    From Prince Albert, Montreal Lake is located an easy 103 kilometres north along Highway 2. There are no accommodation options direct-ly at Montreal Lake, though there are other lakes nearby with campgrounds. Candle Lake is about 30 km away and has campgrounds and a hotel.

    MoNtreal lake

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    Surface Area 445 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 9 metres (30 feet)

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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 troll-ing 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.LAKE ACCESS

    From North Battleford, head north along Highway 4. Turn left onto Highway 55 and follow this road 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 recom-mended. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at saskparks.net for more information, including campground reservations and park maps.

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    Maximum Depth 46 metres (150 feet)

    Survey Date July 1966

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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 success 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 shal-low 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 Provincial 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 reservations and

    park maps.

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    Surface Area Approx. 1 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 11 metres (37 feet)

    Survey Date July 1959

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    tobiN lake

    Tobin Lake produces good catches of walleye, with fif-teen pounders coming in regularly over the last few seasons, says Vince Walcer of Tobin Lake Re-sort.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 channel, maintaining 10 to 20 depths depending on conditions.He suggests Lindy Rigs bottom bouncers with 4 to 10 snells, with one or two hooks.

    For l i v e

    b a i t , 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 dont be subtle with your presen-tation of tackle.If you are fishing the river, Walcer says the best places are at Eagles Nest or at the opening of the lake.

    On the lake, the best place for pike is the big lake, and he suggests 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 are allowed between 75 - 115 cm. The fishery is closed from April 1 to May 14.

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    Tobin Lake is lo-cated north east of Nipawin, with a number of

    access points.Tobin Lake Resort is located 34 km east of Nipawin. Follow High-way 55 east for approximately 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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    Maximum Depth 24 metres (79 feet)

    Survey Date 1966

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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 early 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 walleye. 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.

    LAKE ACCESS

    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.Camping is available in the park. Other amenities include picnic ar-eas, washrooms, laundry facilities, beaches and playgrounds. Please note that some of the campsites have maximum stay designa-tions.

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    Surface Area Approx. 0.75 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 15 metres (49 feet)

    Survey Date June 1963

    Contour Units Metres

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    waterheN lake

    Waterhen Lake has fabu-lous fishing for walleye and pike. The fish are not over-ly large, but they are plentiful, and fishing is generally good.

    Some of the lakes 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 be-tween depths of 15 and 20 metres. Reports from iFish Saskatchewan indi-cate 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 be-fore venturing out.

    LAKE ACCESS

    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. Visit their website at tawaw-

    cabins.com.

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    Surface Area 135 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 25 metres (82 feet)

    Survey Date Unknown

    Contour Units Metres

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    weyakwiN lake

    Weyakwin Lake is a popular spot for pike and walleye. In 2011, the lake was voted one of the top five fishing destinations in the province by readers of Prai-ries North magazine. The fish are not overly large, but they are plentiful.There are several islands in Weyakwin Lake, and these are good starting points. Generally, wall-eye will prefer to be in the deeper sections. Pike are not so particu-lar, 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 annual Weyakwin Lake Ice Fishing Der-by, sponsored by the Ramsey Bay Snowmobile Club. Contact the club for more information.

    LAKE ACCESS

    Weyakwin Lake is located north of Prince Albert. From Prince Albert, drive north on Highway 2 for approximately 155 km.Turn left (west) onto Weyakwin Road and follow it for 8 km until it reaches the lake.

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    Surface Area Approx. 75 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 12 metres (39 feet)

    Survey Date July 1973

    Contour Units Metres

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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 2015, the lake was stocked with 11,000 tiger trout and another 5,000 rainbow trout. The lake has also been stocked with brown trout in the past.Brown trout are among the most challenging trout spe-cies to catch. They head for cover when theyre hooked,

    and anglers

    can easily get wrapped up in underwater structure. If you do hook into a brown trout, hang on, because once you think the fish is tired, itll take you out for round two!Zeden Lake also has a large perch population. These are easier to catch, and are usually fun for kids.

    LAKE ACCESS

    From Prince Al-bert, Zeden lake is approximately 143 km northeast.Drive east on High-way 55 until it in-tersects with High-way 106. Turn left (north) and follow the highway to Zeden Lake.Narrow Hills Pro-vincial Park offers several options for camping and boat launches. Several other lakes in the vicinity offer excel-lent fishing.

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    QUICK FACTS

    Surface Area Approx. 0.25 sq. km.

    Maximum Depth 10 metres (33 feet)

    Survey Date August 1959

    Contour Units Metres

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    2015 Northern Saskatchewan Stocking ReportWaterbody Name Species Stage ReleasedAnglin Lake WA FRY 600000

    Atchison Lake RB FNG 5000

    Beatty Lake ST FNG 4000Burtlein Lake TT FNG 4000Camp 10 Lake RB FNG 3000Cora Lake RB FNG 2000Dog Lake RB FNG 6000Dorothy Lake EB FNG 1000Dorothy Lake RB FNG 2000Fern Lake RB FNG 8500Fern Lake ST FNG 5780Hirtz Lake WA FRY 100000Jade Lake RB FNG 1000Jade Lake TT FNG 2000Jade Lake (Little) RB FNG 1000Jeannette Lake WA FRY 100000Johnston Lake WA FRY 100000Junction Lake EB FNG 2000Kit Lake RB FNG 5000Little Raspberry Lake TT FNG 14000Lussier Lake EB FNG 4000Mackie Lake RB FNG 800Mackie Lake ST FNG 800McPhee Lake WA FRY 500000McRobbie Lake RB FNG 4000Mid Lake RB FNG 3000Mistohay Lake WA FRY 0Mullock Lake ST FNG 2200Mullock Lake TT FNG 8000Musker Pond RB CAT 2400Ness Lake WA FRY 100000Nipawin Lake EB FNG 2000Nipekamew Creek EB FNG 3000Nisbet Pond RB CAT 2400Nistum Lake RB FNG 12000

    Waterbody Name Species Stage ReleasedOpal Lake EB FNG 3000Pear Lake EB FNG 2000Pear Lake RB FNG 2000Pine Lake RB FNG 2000Piprell Lake RB FNG 15000Piprell Lake TT FNG 8000Ranger Lake ST FNG 4000Ridge Lake EB FNG 3000Road Lake RB FNG 2000Sand Lake EB FNG 1000Sandy Creek EB FNG 1000Sandy Lake RB FNG 8000Sapphire Lake ST FNG 3000Sealey Lake EB FNG 6000Sealey Lake RB FNG 12000Sedge Lake EB FNG 1500Shirley Lake RB FNG 12000Singh Lake RB FNG 5000Top Lake WA FRY 100000Whiteswan Lakes LT FNG 28000Zeden Lake RB FNG 5000Zeden Lake TT FNG 11500

    Stock Species Codes:BT Brown TroutEB Eastern Brook TroutRB Rainbow Trout WA Walleye

    Stock Species Codes:CAT CatchableFNG FingerlingsFRY Fry

    For more information on Fish Stocking in Saskatchewan, visit: www.environment.gov.sk.ca/fishing