Jackfish Lake
Jackfish Lake is a massive (17249 acre) lake located partially within Cochin and 35km NNW of North Battleford. The lake is partially within Saulteaux 159 (Reserve).
The Battlefords Provincial Park and Murray Lake Bird Sanctuary are located at Jackfish Lake.
The lake was officially named on 1939-12-12.
Details
| Fishing Zone: | Southern Zone |
| Parks: | The Battlefords Provincial Park,Murray Lake Bird Sanctuary |
| Communities: | Meota,Cochin,Metinota,Aquadeo,Martinson's Beach,Trevessa Beach,Maymont Beach,Lakeview,West Chatfield Beach,Sleepy Hollow,Day's Beach,Summerfield Beach,Bayview Heights,Lanz Point,Pelican Point |
| Location: | 53.07029650284009, -108.39378847397964 |
| Shore Length: | 42km |
| Surface Area: | 17249 acres |
| Inflows: | Jackfish Creek |
| Outflows: | Jackfish River |
Discussion and Ratings
Directions to Jackfish Lake
Accessible from Highways 4, 26, 697, 674, 769, and 204.
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Events
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Map
Explore Jackfish Lake with our interactive map.
Parks
There are 2 parks at Jackfish Lake.
Fishing at Jackfish Lake
Jackfish Lake is in the southern fishing zone.
Permission from the First Nation Chief or Band Council is required to fish on First Nations reserve lands.
What fish are in Jackfish Lake
Burbot, Cisco, Lake Whitefish, Longnose Sucker, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Sucker and Yellow Perch can be found in Jackfish Lake.
Learn all about fishing in Saskatchewan here.Fishing Season
Fishing season on Jackfish Lake is open from May 5, 2024 to March 31, 2025.
Fishing Limits for Jackfish Lake
| Species | Limit |
| Burbot | Limit 8 |
| Lake Whitefish | Limit 8 |
| Northern Pike | Limit 5, only one may exceed 75 cm |
| Yellow Perch | Limit 25 |
| Walleye/Sauger/Saugeye | Limit 4, only one may exceed 55 cm |
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 Jackfish Lake
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Camping at Jackfish Lake
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Beaches at Jackfish Lake
There is 1 beach at Jackfish Lake.
Communities near Jackfish Lake
There are 15 communities near Jackfish Lake.
Nearby Lakes
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Bathymetric (Depth) Charts for Jackfish Lake
Delorme Beach
Jackfish Lodge
Phone: (306) 386-2800
Website: http://www.jackfishlodge.com/
The Battlefords Provincial Park
Website: https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/provincialpark/930/the-battlefords-provincial-park
Murray Lake Bird Sanctuary
Meota Regional Park
About
Season: May 1 - September 30. PARK OFFICE OPENS MAY 16th.
Park Entry: $5.25 per day or $50.00 for a Seasonal Pass (this can be used for entry to all Regional Parks in Saskatchewan)
Contact
Book Camping Online: https://meota.letscamp.ca/
Phone: Phone: (306) 892-2292
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/meota/
Mailing Address: Box 92 Meota, SK S0M 1X0
Amenities
- Aquatic Program / Swimming Lessons
- Basketball Court
- Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
- Camping Seasonal
- Fire Wood
- Group Camping
- Mini Golf
- Playground
- Sewer Dump Station
- Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
- Ball Diamonds
- Beach Area
- Camping (Electrical Sites)
- Cell Phone Service
- Fish Filleting
- Hiking Trails
- Pet Friendly
- Potable Water
- Showers
- Washrooms (Outhouse)
- Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Boat Launch
- Camping (Non-Electrical)
- Concession
- Fishing
- Horseshoe Pits
- Picnic Tables
- Quiet Time Enforced
- Swimming Area
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Rating from Loretta Bueckert
July 22, 2024