Lake Trout in Saskatchewan

Lake Trout is the only species of trout native to Saskatchewan.
Fishing for lake trout in Saskatchewan
Lake Trout are one of the most popular angling targets in the province. There are many outfitters offering lake trout packages in the north of the province.
Where can I find lake trout in the province?
Lake Trout are mainly found in the far north of the province, often in remote, inaccessible lakes. There are a few lakes with lake trout in Prince Albert National Park, in Meadow Lake Provincial Park, and just north of Narrow Hills Provincial Park. The farthest south population of lake trout is in Lake Diefenbaker.
Details
Scientific name: | Salvelinus namaycush |
Avg. weight: | 1 to 2.5 kg (2.2 to 5.5 lbs) |
Conservation status: | Secure |
Also known as: | lake char, grey trout, mackinaw |
General Limit: | 3 (only one may exceed 65 cm) |
PA National Park limit: | 1 (yearly limit of 2, only allow to fish for Lake Trout on Kingsmere, Halkett/Sandy, and Wassegem Lakes) |
Distribution: | Found in 503 waters in Saskatchewan |
Distribution
See where Lake Trout can be found in Saskatchewan.
All lakes with Lake Trout
Fishing for Lake Trout in Saskatchewan
General Limits
The limit for Lake Trout is 3 (only one may exceed 65 cm) in Saskatchewan provincial waters. Some provincial waters may have different limits for Lake Trout or be closed to fishing altogether. Always double check with the Sask Anglers Guide before heading out.
Lakes with Lake Trout
















Lake Diefenbaker is a massive lake in southern Saskatchewan. It is located partially within Douglas Provincial Park and 74km NNE of Swift Current. Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park, Riverhurst Ferry Recreation Site, Palliser Regional Park, Herbert Ferry Regional Park, Prairie Lake Regional Park, Douglas Provincial Park, Danielson Provincial Park, Elbow Harbour Recreation Site and Cabri Regional Park are located at Lake Diefenbaker.
Fishing Zone: | Southern Zone |
Photos: | 58 photos of Lake Diefenbaker |
RM: | Excelsior No. 166, Saskatchewan Landing No. 167, Victory No. 226 |
Communities: | Resort Village of Beaver Flat, Riverhurst, Hitchcock Bay |
Parks: | Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park, Riverhurst Ferry Recreation Site, Palliser Regional Park, Herbert Ferry Regional Park, Prairie Lake Regional Park, Douglas Provincial Park, Danielson Provincial Park, Elbow Harbour Recreation Site, Cabri Regional Park |
Location: | 50.922837570377, -107.49800295574 |
Shore Length: | 1002km |
Surface Area: | 107132 acres |
Max Width: | 6 km (3.7 mi) |
Max Length: | 225 km (140 mi) |
Max Depth: | 66 m (217 ft) |
Inflows: | South Saskatchewan River |
Outflows: | South Saskatchewan RiverQu'Appelle River |









Waskesiu Lake is a massive lake in central Saskatchewan. It is located in Prince Albert National Park and 90km NNW of Prince Albert. The lake is within Prince Albert National Park.
Photos: | 82 photos of Waskesiu Lake |
Parks: | Prince Albert National Park |
Location: | 53.961113337169, -106.23097132989 |
Shore Length: | 79km |
Surface Area: | 17369 acres |
Max Depth: | 19 m (62 ft) |
Inflows: | Kingsmere River |
Outflows: | Waskesiu River |











Black Lake is a massive lake in northern Saskatchewan. It is located 29km ESE of Stony Rapids.
Fishing Zone: | Northern Zone |
Photos: | 6 photos of Black Lake |
Location: | 59.147782538736, -105.37394177957 |
Shore Length: | 381km |
Surface Area: | 110213 acres |
Max Width: | 17 km (11 mi) |
Max Length: | 55 km (34 mi) |
Inflows: | Chipman River, Cree River, Fond du Lac River, Souter River |
Outflows: | Fond du Lac River |



Crean Lake is a massive lake in central Saskatchewan. It is located in Prince Albert National Park and 63km ENE of Big River. The lake is within Prince Albert National Park.
Photos: | 2 photos of Crean Lake |
Parks: | Prince Albert National Park |
Location: | 54.090010963295, -106.17422833944 |
Shore Length: | 79km |
Surface Area: | 28741 acres |
Max Depth: | 32 m (107 ft) |








Kingsmere Lake is a massive lake in central Saskatchewan. It is located in Prince Albert National Park and 47km NE of Big River. The lake is within Prince Albert National Park.
Photos: | 26 photos of Kingsmere Lake |
Parks: | Prince Albert National Park |
Location: | 54.090937108352, -106.45606885642 |
Shore Length: | 38km |
Surface Area: | 13376 acres |
Learn more about fish species found in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Freshwater Fishes - Waterproof Guide Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes
References
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_trout
- https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/sk/princealbert/nature/integrite_ecologique-ecological_integrity/lacs-lakes/touladis-trout/mobilisation-engagement
- https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/parks-culture-heritage-and-sport/hunting-trapping-and-angling/angling/season-dates-and-limits
- https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/sk/princealbert/activ/experiences/peche-fishing