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.

Provincial Park Campground Picnic Area Beach Boat Launch Cabins Golf Course
Northern Pike Yellow Perch Walleye Lake Whitefish Burbot Lake Sturgeon
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Details

Fishing Zone: Central Zone
Parks: Candle Lake Provincial Park,Candle Lake Water Park
Community: Resort Village of Candle Lake
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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Hi, this is Matthew Siemens. I wrote and compiled the data on this page from a variety of sources. Sources include government websites and data sources, public websites, personal experience, and user-submitted information. References for this page.

No AI is used to generate content anywhere on this site.

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Visited by Matthew Siemens
September 28, 2024
Stopped in to visit one of my favourite lakes!
Comment from A Bellisle
September 16, 2024
Big lake but some wonderful beaches. Have usually had good fishing every time Ive been there. A little too peoplely for my liking most of the time but still a great place to go hang out at a beach
Question from Maureen Saretsky
August 23, 2024
Are the fish in Candle Lake natural or stocked?
Reply from Matthew Siemens
Candle Lake was last stocked with some Northern Pike in 1994 and before that hasn't been stocked since the 50's. There is stocked trout in Musker Trout Pond though!
Comment from Maureen Saretsky
August 23, 2024
Beautiful lake, such a picturesque community!! Camping is possible in some areas and the little town is full of great shops.
Visited by Gerald Siemens (fishing)
Comment from Matthew Siemens
July 29, 2024
Sandy Bay Boat Launch is currently closed due to low water levels. Nobel's Point and Minowukaw launches are still open.
Rating from Erna Siemens
July 22, 2024
Favourited by Erna Siemens
July 22, 2024
Rating from Matthew Siemens
March 7, 2024
Favourited by Matthew Siemens
March 7, 2024

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Map

Explore Candle Lake with our interactive map.

Parks

There are 2 parks at Candle Lake.

Candle Lake Provincial Park
Candle Lake Water Park

Fishing at Candle Lake

Candle Lake is in the central fishing zone.

What fish are in Candle Lake

Burbot, Cisco, Lake Sturgeon, Lake Whitefish, Longnose Sucker, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Sucker and Yellow Perch can be found in Candle Lake.

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Fishing Season

Fishing season on Candle Lake is open from May 15, 2024 to March 31, 2025.

Additional Restrictions:

Fishing Limits for Candle Lake

These are the limits for all fish species reported to be in Candle Lake. All fishing limits for Saskatchewan.
Species Limit
Burbot Limit 8
Lake Sturgeon Limit 0
Lake Whitefish Limit 8
Northern Pike Limit 5, only one may exceed 75 cm
Yellow Perch Limit 25
Walleye/Sauger/Saugeye Limit 3, Only 1 Over 50 Cm (Custom limit for Candle Lake)

Camping at Candle Lake

There are 3 campgrounds at Candle Lake.

Minowukaw Campground
Sandy Bay Campground
Rusty Anchor Marina

Communities near Candle Lake

There are 1 communities near Candle Lake.

Resort Village of Candle Lake

Photos

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Fisher Creek.
Fisher Creek.
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Fisher Creek
Fisher Creek
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Uploaded by Taylor

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Uploaded by Stephen Lewry

Uploaded by Stephen Lewry

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Sunset from the beach
Sunset from the beach
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Dam with walkway across the top
Dam with walkway across the top
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Jeff's Beach
Jeff's Beach
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Boat Launch Rates at the marina.
Boat Launch Rates at the marina.
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View of the beach, nice clear water!
View of the beach, nice clear water!
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Map of the Candle Lake Activity Trails at Waskateena Beach.
Map of the Candle Lake Activity Trails at Waskateena Beach.
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Kitchen in the Aschim Homestead house.
Kitchen in the Aschim Homestead house.
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Another older sign at the homestead.
Another older sign at the homestead.
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Sign about the Mossy Glen Trail at the homestead.
Sign about the Mossy Glen Trail at the homestead.
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Sign at the homestead.
Sign at the homestead.
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Photo of the inside of the Aschim Homestead house.
Photo of the inside of the Aschim Homestead house.
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Another map of the Homestead.
Another map of the Homestead.
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Informational sign about the Forestry Trail.
Informational sign about the Forestry Trail.
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View of the lake from the Minowukaw campground.
View of the lake from the Minowukaw campground.
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Map of the trails at the Homestead.
Map of the trails at the Homestead.
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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.

bathy/candle.pdf
Bathymetric map for CANDLE.pdf

Resort Village of Candle Lake

Resort Village of Candle Lake is located at Candle Lake.

Phone: (306) 929-2236
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://candlelake.ca/

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Waskateena Beach Recreation Site

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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.



Open May long weekend to Sep 30.

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View of the lake from the Minowukaw campground.
View of the lake from the Minowukaw campground.

Sandy Bay Campground

Sandy Bay Campground is located at Candle Lake.


Open May long weekend to Sep 30. ​​

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Sandy Bay Boat Launch

Sandy Bay Boat Launch is located at Candle Lake.

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Get your pleasure craft operator card prompt

Minowukaw Boat Launch

Minowukaw Boat Launch is located at Candle Lake.

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Get your pleasure craft operator card prompt

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.


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Map of the Candle Lake Activity Trails at Waskateena Beach.
Map of the Candle Lake Activity Trails at Waskateena Beach.

Minowukaw Beach

This very pretty beach is located adjacent to the Minowukaw Campground. There is also a dog beach located here.


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Sunset from the beach
Sunset from the beach
View of the beach, nice clear water!
View of the beach, nice clear water!

Candle Lake Airpark

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Nobles Point Boat Launch

Nobles Point Boat Launch is located at Candle Lake.

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Get your pleasure craft operator card prompt

Candlewood Cove Marina

Candlewood Cove Marina is located at Candle Lake.

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Harbour View Marina & RV Park

Harbour View Marina & RV Park is located at Candle Lake.

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Enchanted Harbor Marina

Enchanted Harbor Marina is located at Candle Lake.

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Telwin Marina

Telwin Marina is located at Candle Lake.

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Rusty Anchor Marina

Large marina with a paid boat launch and plenty of parking.


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Boat Launch Rates at the marina.
Boat Launch Rates at the marina.

Purple Sands Beach

This beach with rare purple sand is only accessible by water.


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Candle Lake Water Park

Phone: 1 (306) 212-8472
Email: [email protected]

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Minowukaw Lodge & Joe's Cabins Resort

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Island View Subdivision

Island View Subdivision is located at Candle Lake.

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Telwin Subdivision

Telwin Subdivision is located at Candle Lake.

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Candle Lake Golf Resort

Candle Lake Golf Resort is located at Candle Lake.

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Golf Course Subdivision

Golf Course Subdivision is located at Candle Lake.

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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.


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Islands Beach

The beach is only accessible by water near the islands.


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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.


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Jeff's Beach
Jeff's Beach

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.


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Dam with walkway across the top
Dam with walkway across the top

Minowukaw Dog Beach

Minowukaw Dog Beach is located at Candle Lake.

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References

2023-2024 Sask Anglers Guide
2023-2024 Sask Anglers Guide

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