Saskatchewan Lakes

Over 100,000 to explore

Saskatchewan is home to over 100,000 lakes of various sizes and shapes, covering about 12% of its land area. These lakes offer a range of recreational and economic opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Whether you are looking for fishing, boating, swimming, camping, wildlife viewing, or just relaxing by the water, we can help find the right lake for you!

The two of us canoeing on Lake Athabasca in 2022.

Lake of the Day

The lake of the day for May 16, 2025 is Kipabiskau Lake.

Kipabiskau Lake is a medium-sized (1065 acre) recreational and fishing lake 22km E of Pleasantdale and 43km SE of Melfort. Access to the lake is from a gravel road off Highway 35.

The lake is long and narrow, running along the course of the Barrier River. The lake has a great beach, boat launch, lots of campsites and cabins.

It's a popular destination for fishing and water sports. The lake has an active water sports club with a slalom course and jump ramp.

Northern pike, yellow perch, walleye, common carp, and white sucker can be found in Kipabiskau Lake. The lake is periodically stocked with walleye.

The Kipabiskau Regional Park, the hamlet of Kipabiskau and Stoney Lake Bible Camp are along the north shore of the lake. The regional park has a large store, nature trails, sports courts, picnic areas, beach and more.

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Fishing

Saskatchewan is world famous for its fishing! Fishing in Saskatchewan is a popular recreational activity for locals and visitors alike. Some of the most popular lakes for fishing include Lake Diefenbaker, Lake Athabasca, and Last Mountain Lake. These lakes are home to many fish species, such as walleye, northern pike, lake trout, and yellow perch. Whether you are looking for a relaxing day on the water, a challenging trophy hunt, or a family-friendly adventure, fishing in Saskatchewan has something for everyone.

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Birding

Saskatchewan lakes are a critical breeding area and resting area for many bird species. Saskatchewan is home to over 400 recorded bird species.

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Boating

Boating enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of water sports, such as fishing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, and wakeboarding. Boating also offers a chance to explore the natural beauty and wildlife of Saskatchewan, from the prairies to the boreal forest.

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Camping

There are thousands of campsites available at lakes in Saskatchewan.

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Largest lakes in Saskatchewan

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Stocked Waters in Saskatchewan

Hundreds of lakes, ponds, creeks and rivers are stocked every year across Saskatchewan. Nearly 7 million fish were released in 2022 alone through the fish stocking program. The program is a partnership between the Saskatchewan Fish Hatchery, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation, and the Ministry of the Environment.

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