Blackstrap Lake

(Blackstrap Reservoir)

Blackstrap Lake is a man-made reservoir located 41km SSE of Saskatoon. The lake is in the RM of Dundurn No. 314 east of Dundurn in southern Saskatchewan.

The lake is a popular recreational destination for fishing, boating, and camping. There are several communities and developments on the lake and a Provincial Park. Blackstrap Lake is also used for irrigation and as a municipal and industrial water source.

There are two communities on the western side of the lake; Thode and Shields. There are residential subdivisions at Skyview Estates.

Blackstrap Provincial Park is on the eastern side of the lake. The park has campgrounds, a boat launch, a beach and trails. A recreation area was established shortly after the lake was formed. A ski hill (now closed) was added for the 1971 Canada Winter Games. The provincial park itself was opened in 1986.

There is an important IBA (Important Bird Areas) in the Blackstrap Coulee. The IBA contains both Blackstrap and Indi Lake. 239 different species have been recorded. Both lakes are important for many different species.

History

There were two small marshy lakes (Theresa Lake and Blackstrap Lake) in the area of the current lake. The current lake formed when two dams were built in 1967. The dams are operated by the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency.

The canal that feeds Blackstrap Lake starts at Gardiner Dam on Lake Diefenbaker. From there it flows through Broderick Reservoir, and Brightwater Reservoir. Then bypasses Indi Lake and flows under Highway 11 and into Blackstrap Lake.

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Details

Fishing Zone:	Southern Zone
Parks:	Blackstrap Provincial Park,Blackstrap Water Park
Communities:	Resort Village of Shields,Resort Village of Thode
Location:	51.794701962656, -106.42223139094
Shore Length:	40km
Surface Area:	2992 acres
Max Width:	0.8–1.2 km (0.50–0.75 mi)
Max Length:	14.4 km (8.9 mi)
Max Depth:	9.39 m (30.8 ft)
Inflows:	Earthen aqueduct from Lake Diefenbaker

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Directions to Blackstrap Lake

Blackstrap Lake is accessible along Highways 11 and 211.

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Resort Village of Shields Resort Village of Thode Lakeside Golf Resort Sunset Ridge Campground Kevin Misfeldt Campground Blackstrap Trail Head Blackstrap Playground Aspen Grove Beach Blackstrap Boat Launch Blackstrap Water Park Blackstrap Youth Camp Waterfront Rentals - Sunset Shores Skyview Estates Hazelnut Grove Campground Blackstrap Glamping Resort Kevin Misfeldt Beach Fisherman's Point Provincial Park Dog Park

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Blackstrap Lake is a man-made reservoir located 41km SSE of Saskatoon. The lake is in the RM of Dundurn No. 314 east of Dundurn in southern Saskatchewan.

There are two communities on the western side of the lake; Thode and Shields. There are residential subdivisions at Skyview Estates.

History

Parks

There are 2 parks at Blackstrap Lake.

Blackstrap Provincial Park

Blackstrap Water Park

Fishing at Blackstrap Lake

Blackstrap Lake is in the southern fishing zone.

What fish are in Blackstrap Lake

Lake Whitefish, Northern Pike, Walleye and Yellow Perch can be found in Blackstrap Lake.

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Fishing Season

Fishing season on Blackstrap Lake is open from May 5, 2024 to March 31, 2025.

Additional Restrictions:

Central Causeway And 100 M On Either Side Closed To Angling All Year

Fishing Limits for Blackstrap Lake

These are the limits for all fish species reported to be in Blackstrap Lake. **All fishing limits for Saskatchewan.**
Species	Limit
Burbot	Limit 4 (Custom limit for Blackstrap Lake)
Lake Whitefish	Limit 4 (Custom limit for Blackstrap Lake)
Northern Pike	Limit 3, Only 1 Over 75 Cm (Custom limit for Blackstrap Lake)
Yellow Perch	Limit 10 (Custom limit for Blackstrap Lake)
Walleye/Sauger/Saugeye	Limit 2, Only 1 Over 55 Cm (Custom limit for Blackstrap Lake)

Disclaimer

Although we try our best to provide correct and updated information for every lake in Saskatchewan, all information on this site is provided to use at your own risk. Please reference the Saskatchewan Anglers Guide for more information.

Boating at Blackstrap Lake

There is 1 boat launch/marina at Blackstrap Lake.

Blackstrap Boat Launch

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Camping at Blackstrap Lake

There are 4 campgrounds at Blackstrap Lake.

Sunset Ridge Campground

Kevin Misfeldt Campground

Waterfront Rentals - Sunset Shores

Hazelnut Grove Campground

Beaches at Blackstrap Lake

There are 2 beaches at Blackstrap Lake.

Aspen Grove Beach

Kevin Misfeldt Beach

Communities near Blackstrap Lake

There are 2 communities near Blackstrap Lake.

Resort Village of Shields

Resort Village of Thode

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Day use area by the dog park.
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Fish filleting shack and outhouse at launch.
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Fenced in off-leash dog park.
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Service centre at beach.
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Launch turn around.
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Launch dock.
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Launch rules.
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Fisherman's Point sign.
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Picnic tables at the point.
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Hiking trail sign.
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Causeway fishing closure sign.
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Day use area beside beach.
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Beach rules.
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Beach rules sign.
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Lifejacket loan station.
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View of the beach.
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Beach changerooms.
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Aquatic Adventures office.
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Bathymetric (Depth) Charts for Blackstrap Lake

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Old Provincial Bathy Charts

These maps were produced by the government a long time ago, using primitive methods. They are not intended for navigation and should not be expected to be accurate.

Bathymetric map for BLACKSTRAP.pdf — **bathy/blackstrap.pdf**

Resort Village of Shields

Resort Village of Shields is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Resort Village of Thode

Resort Village of Thode is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Blackstrap Provincial Park

Blackstrap Provincial Park is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Lakeside Golf Resort

It appears Lakeside Golf Resort has gone into foreclosure. Their website is no longer available.

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Sunset Ridge Campground

Sunset Ridge Campground is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Kevin Misfeldt Campground

Kevin Misfeldt Campground is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Blackstrap Trail Head

Blackstrap Trail Head is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Blackstrap Playground

Blackstrap Playground is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Aspen Grove Beach

Aspen Grove Beach is located at Blackstrap Lake.

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Blackstrap Boat Launch

This is a very large boat launch with two different launches. Each one has two docks and room for two boats at a time. There is also a large parking lot available.

Phone: (306) 492-5675
Website: http://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/places-to-go/provincial-parks/our-parks/101987/blackstrap-provincial-park?

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