Candle Lake
Candle Lake is one of the most popular recreational destinations in the province.
The lake draws huge crowds in the summer to the water and community. In the winter it's a popular destination for snowmobiling and ice-fishing.
The lake is a massive 32,616 acres and is 72km N of Prince Albert.
The Resort Village of Candle Lake boasts a very significant summertime population and offers many services including a clinic, bank, restaurants, ice-cream shops, gas stations, and groceries. Most of the rest of the lake is within Candle Lake Provincial Park.
There are two large provincial campgrounds, multiple RV parks, thousands of cabins, six main beaches, a golf course and endless activities for families.
This lake has been personally visited by myself, Matthew Siemens.
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| Fishing Zone: | Central Zone |
| User Rating: | 4.5 / 5.0 |
| Favourited: | 4 times |
| Photos: | 24 photos of Candle Lake |
| RM: | Paddockwood No. 520 |
| Communities: | Resort Village of Candle Lake |
| Parks: | Candle Lake Provincial Park, Waskateena Beach Recreation Site |
| Location: | 53.822669397618, -105.29727226295 |
| Shore Length: | 73km |
| Surface Area: | 32616 acres |
| Max Depth: | 16.8 m (55 ft) |
| Inflows: | Fisher Creek, Clearsand Creek, Hanin Creek |
| Outflows: | Torch River |
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Directions to Candle Lake
Accessible from Highways 265 and 120.
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Parks
There are 3 parks at Candle Lake.
Candle Lake Provincial Park
Candle Lake Provincial Park is located at Candle Lake.
Phone: 306-929-8400
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/provincialpark/3039/candle-lake-provincial-park
Waskateena Beach Recreation Site
Waskateena Beach Recreation Site is located at Candle Lake.
Candle Lake Water Park
Phone: 1 (306) 212-8472
Email:
[email protected]
Fishing at Candle Lake
Candle Lake is in the central fishing zone.
What fish are in Candle Lake
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Walleye, Lake Whitefish, Burbot, White Sucker, Cisco, Longnose Sucker and Lake Sturgeon can be found in Candle Lake.Learn all about fishing in Saskatchewan here.
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Fishing Season
Fishing season on Candle Lake is from May 15, 2025 to March 31, 2025.
Additional Restrictions:
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Part Of Candle Lake Near Fisher Creek Mouth Closed To Angling March 15 To May 14
Fishing Limits for Candle Lake
| Species | Limit |
| Walleye | Limit 3, Only 1 Over 50 Cm |
| Northern Pike | Limit 5 (only one may exceed 75 cm) |
| Yellow Perch | Limit 25 |
| Lake Whitefish | Limit 8 (combined limit for all whitefish) |
| Burbot | Limit 8 |
| Cisco | Limit 8 (combined limit for all whitefish) |
| Lake Sturgeon | Limit 0 |
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.
Fish Facts
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Walleye: (40 - 3020 g) Moderate Pike: (610 - 10210 g) Poor Perch: (30 g ) Sparse Whitefish: (70 - 2270 g) | September 6 - 8 / Gill nets. Walleye, pike and whitefish abundance is consistent with previous survey. Angling success for walleye is reported as good. All perch were forage size (<18 cm). |
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Walleye: (36 - 2650 g) Fair Pike: (78 - 8300 g) Poor Perch: (38 - 62 g) Poor Whitefish: (94 - 1944 g) Moderate | September 5 - 12 / Gill nets. Good angling success reported for walleye and pike throughout the summer. Walleye limit reduced to three in 2008. |
Boating at Candle Lake
There are 8 boat launches/marinas at Candle Lake.
Camping at Candle Lake
There are 3 campgrounds at Candle Lake.
Beaches at Candle Lake
Candle Lake has a great collection of some of the nicest beaches in the province.
From Waskateena right within the Resort Village of Candle Lake, to Minowukaw and Sandy Bay in the provincial park, and several more report beaches only accessible by water. There are also quite a few private beaches in the various RV parks and subdivisions around the lake.
Something for everyone, and no end of fun to be had here!
Communities near Candle Lake
There are 1 communities near Candle Lake.
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Map of the Candle Lake Activity Trails at Waskateena Beach.
Bathymetric (Depth) Charts for Candle Lake
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.
Resort Village of Candle Lake
Phone: (306) 929-2236
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
https://candlelake.ca/
Minowukaw Campground
This campground is within the Candle Lake Provincial Park. A Provincial Park pass is required to enter. There is a long, sandy beach, boat launch, playground, and plenty of campsites.
Phone: 306-929-8409 | 306-929-8400 | 1-800-205-7070 | 1-833-775-7275 (Reservations)
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/listings/3042/minowukaw-beach-campground
Open May long weekend to Sep 30.
Sandy Bay Campground
Phone: 306-929-8410 | 1-800-205-7070 | 1-833-775-7275 (Reservations)
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/listings/1446/sandy-bay-campground
Open May long weekend to Sep 30.
Sandy Bay Boat Launch
Minowukaw Boat Launch
Waskateena Beach
This beach is located very close to the centre of the Resort Village of Candle Lake. There is a decent amount of parking, and it's very popular with families. This is the only public beach that is accessible by road and doesn't require a Provincial Park pass.
Minowukaw Beach
This very pretty beach is located adjacent to the Minowukaw Campground. There is also a dog beach located here.
Candle Lake Airpark
Nobles Point Boat Launch
Candlewood Cove Marina
Harbour View Marina & RV Park
Enchanted Harbor Marina
Telwin Marina
Rusty Anchor Marina
Large marina with a paid boat launch and plenty of parking.
Purple Sands Beach
Minowukaw Lodge & Joe's Cabins Resort
Island View Subdivision
Telwin Subdivision
Candle Lake Golf Resort
Golf Course Subdivision
Aschim Homestead Heritage Forest
Lake Country Rentals
Sandy Bay Beach
This large beach is located at the Sandy Bay Campground within the provincial park. It has lots of parking and bathrooms. There is an Aquatics Adventures waterpark located at this beach as well.
Islands Beach
Jeff's Beach
This is a nice long shallow sandy beach. One of my favourites and great for kids. Accessible either by boat, or by walking across the Candle Lake Dam and along a short trail.
Candle Lake Dam
This dam regulates the water level in Candle Lake and is operated by the WSA. It is a 3.4 metre high concrete dam that was built in 1979. From here the lake discharges into the Torch River.
When originally build the dam prevented spawning fish from travelling between the river and the lake. The Minowukaw Fishway was built in 2002 to make it easier for fish to move once again.
Minowukaw Dog Beach
References
Other References
- Candle Lake (Wikipedia)
- Candle Lake (Canadian Geographical Names Database)
- https://candlelake.ca/
- Resort Village of Candle Lake (Canadian Geographical Names Database)
- https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/listings/3042/minowukaw-beach-campground
- https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/listings/1446/sandy-bay-campground
- https://www.lakecountryrentals.ca/
- Candle Lake (GPSNauticalCharts.com)
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