Lake Trout in Saskatchewan

Photo of Lake Trout

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.

Distribution of Lake Trout 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.

The limit for Lake Trout is 1 (yearly limit of 2, only allow to fish for Lake Trout on Kingsmere, Halkett/Sandy, and Wassegem Lakes) when fishing within the Prince Albert National Park.

Lakes with Lake Trout

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Provincial Park Regional Park Campground Boat Launch Cabins Golf Course Beach Launch Site
Goldeye Mooneye Lake Trout Northern Pike Yellow Perch Rainbow Trout Walleye Lake Whitefish Burbot White Sucker Cisco Longnose Sucker Lake Sturgeon Sauger

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
National Park Golf Course Campground Beach Boat Launch
Lake Trout Northern Pike Yellow Perch Walleye Lake Whitefish Burbot White Sucker Cisco Longnose Sucker

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
Arctic Grayling Lake Trout Northern Pike Yellow Perch Walleye Lake Whitefish Burbot White Sucker Cisco Longnose Sucker Round Whitefish

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
National Park Campground
Lake Trout Northern Pike Walleye

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)
National Park Boat Launch Campground
Lake Trout Northern Pike Yellow Perch Walleye Lake Whitefish Burbot Cisco Longnose Sucker

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
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Learn more about fish species found in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Freshwater Fishes - Waterproof Guide Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes

References