Lake Diefenbaker
Lake Diefenbaker is a massive (107132 acre) stocked lake located 9.3km WNW of Beechy and 74km NNE of Swift Current. It was last stocked in 2013 with 750,000 Walleye Fry.
Elbow Harbour Recreation Site, Riverhurst Ferry Recreation Site, Danielson Provincial Park, Douglas Provincial Park, Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park, Palliser Regional Park, Herbert Ferry Regional Park, Cabri Regional Park and Prairie Lake Regional Park are located at Lake Diefenbaker.
The lake was officially named on 1967-07-14.
This lake has been personally visited by myself, Matthew Siemens.
Details
Fishing Zone: | Southern Zone |
Parks: | Elbow Harbour Recreation Site,Riverhurst Ferry Recreation Site,Danielson Provincial Park,Douglas Provincial Park,Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park,Palliser Regional Park,Herbert Ferry Regional Park,Cabri Regional Park,Prairie Lake Regional Park |
Communities: | Riverhurst,Resort Village of Beaver Flat,Hitchcock Bay |
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 |
Discussion and Ratings
Directions to Lake Diefenbaker
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Map
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Parks
Fishing at Lake Diefenbaker
Lake Diefenbaker is in the southern fishing zone.
What fish are in Lake Diefenbaker
Burbot, Cisco, Goldeye, Lake Sturgeon, Lake Trout, Lake Whitefish, Longnose Sucker, Mooneye, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Sauger, Walleye, White Sucker and Yellow Perch can be found in Lake Diefenbaker.
Learn all about fishing in Saskatchewan here.Fishing Season
Fishing season on Lake Diefenbaker is open from
May 5, 2024 to
March 31, 2025.
Additional Restrictions:
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Irrigation Bay Of Coteau Bay Closed To Angling March 1 To May 14
Fishing Limits for Lake Diefenbaker
Species | Limit |
Burbot | Limit 8 |
Goldeye | Limit 8 |
Lake Sturgeon | Limit 0 |
Lake Trout | Limit 3, only one may exceed 65 cm |
Lake Whitefish | Limit 8 |
Mooneye | Limit 8 |
Northern Pike | Limit 5, only one may exceed 75 cm |
Sauger | Limit 4, only one may exceed 55 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.
Record of fish stocked in Lake Diefenbaker
Stocked in 2013 with 750,000 Walleye Fry. |
Stocked in 2012 with 1 Walleye Fry. |
Stocked in 2011 with 750,000 Walleye Fry. |
Stocked in 2010 with 500,000 Walleye Fry. |
Boating at Lake Diefenbaker
There are 3 boat launches/marinas at Lake Diefenbaker.
Camping at Lake Diefenbaker
There are 2 campgrounds at Lake Diefenbaker.
Beaches at Lake Diefenbaker
There are 5 beaches at Lake Diefenbaker.
Communities near Lake Diefenbaker
There are 3 communities near Lake Diefenbaker.
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Tufts Bay Campground
Website: https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/listings/146/tufts-bay-campground
Hitchcock's Hideaway
Phone: (306) 573-4446
Email:
[email protected]
Website: https://www.hitchcocks.ca/
Sandy Shores Resort & Marina
Phone: (306) 249-2939
Website: http://www.sandyshoresresort.ca/
Lake Diefenbaker Fishing Charters
Website: https://fishinglakediefenbaker.com/
Fishing Geeks
Galloway Bay Outfitters
Phone: (306) 375-7223
Website: https://www.gallowaybayoutfitters.com/
Marshland Fishing
High Plains Outfitting
Website: https://www.highplainsoutfitting.com/
Lakeside Marina Service
Boat Launch Fees:
Daily: $7.00 Seasonal: $50.00
Phone: (306) 854-2211
Website: https://www.lakesidemarina.ca/
Bays On Diefenbaker
Phone: (306) 313-9474
Email:
[email protected]
Website: https://lakeshorebays.ca/
Elbow Trail
Harbor Golf and Rv Park
Phone: (306) 854-2300
Website: http://www.harborgolfclub.com/
Sandy Shores Resort & Marina
Phone: (306) 249-2939
Website: http://www.sandyshoresresort.ca/
Coteau Beach Golf Course
Elbow Harbour Recreation Site
Riverhurst Ferry Recreation Site
Danielson Provincial Park
Douglas Provincial Park
Website: https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/provincialpark/308/douglas-provincial-park
Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park
Website: https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/provincialpark/312/saskatchewan-landing-provincial-park
Palliser Regional Park
About
Season: May long weekend - September 30
Park Entry: $10.00 per day.
Contact
Book Camping Online: http://www.palliserregionalpark.com/rates-reservations/reservations/
Phone: (306) 353-4604 Campground: (306) 353-4604 Golf Course: (306) 353-2065 Fax: (306) 353-4644
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/palliser/
Mailing Address: Box 89 Riverhurst, SK S0H 3P0
Social: Facebook
Amenities
- Aquatic Program / Swimming Lessons
- Beach Area
- Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
- Camping (Electricity
- Water
- Sewer)
- Cell Phone Service
- Fire Wood
- Gasoline and/or Propane Services
- Golf Course Club House (Licensed)
- Group Camping
- Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
- Laundry Facilities
- Pet Friendly
- Potable Water
- Racquet Sports - Pickleball
- Sewer Dump Station
- Swimming Pool
- Washrooms (Outhouse)
- Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Boat Launch
- Camping (Electrical Sites)
- Camping (Non-Electrical)
- Concession
- Fish Filleting
- Golf Course 9 Hole Grass Greens
- Golf Course Pro Shop
- Group Camping (Electric
- Water
- Sewer)
- Hall and/or Shelter Rental
- Licensed Establishment
- Picnic Tables
- Public Telephone
- Restaurant
- Showers
- Volleyball Court
- Wildlife Viewing
- Basketball Court
- Cabin Rental
- Camping (Electricity and Water)
- Camping Seasonal
- Driving Range
- Fishing
- Golf Course Club House (Food Service)
- Groceries and Supplies
- Group Camping (Electrical Sites)
- Hiking Trails
- Marina
- Playground
- Quiet Time Enforced
- Security
- Swimming Area - Lake
- Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
Herbert Ferry Regional Park
Cabri Regional Park
About
Season: May Long Weekend through Labour Day
Park Entry: $10.00 per day.
Payment Information: Cash, Cheque, Interac, Visa and MasterCard accepted
Contact
Book Camping Online: https://cabri.letscamp.ca/
Phone: (306) 587-2755 (Seasonal)
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/cabri/
Mailing Address: Box 494 Cabri, SK S0N 0J0
Social: Facebook
Amenities
- Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
- Camping (Non-Electrical)
- Concession
- Fish Filleting
- Group Camping (Electrical Sites)
- Marina
- Playground
- Sewer Dump Station
- Volleyball Court
- Beach Area
- Camping (Electricity and Water)
- Camping Seasonal
- Disk Golf
- Fishing
- Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
- Pet Friendly
- Potable Water
- Showers
- Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
- Boat Launch
- Camping (Electricity
- Water
- Sewer)
- Cell Phone Service
- Fire Wood
- Group Camping
- Horseshoe Pits
- Picnic Tables
- Quiet Time Enforced
- Swimming Area
- Wildlife Viewing
Prairie Lake Regional Park
About
Season: May 1 - September 30
Park Entry: $10.00 per day pass, $25.00 for a 3 day pass.
Payment Information: Cash, Cheque and e-transfer accepted.
Contact
Book Camping Online: https://prairielake.letscamp.ca/
Phone: (306) 859-2099
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/prairie-lake/
Mailing Address: Box 406 Beechy, SK S0L 0C0
Social: Facebook
Amenities
- Aquatic Program / Swimming Lessons
- Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
- Camping (Electricity
- Water
- Sewer)
- Fire Wood
- Hall and/or Shelter Rental
- Pet Friendly
- Potable Water Available For Sale
- Sewer Dump Station
- Volleyball Court
- Beach Area
- Camping (Electrical Sites)
- Camping Seasonal
- Fish Filleting
- Horseshoe Pits
- Picnic Tables
- Public Telephone
- Showers
- Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
- Boat Launch
- Camping (Electricity and Water)
- Cell Phone Service
- Fishing
- Marina
- Playground
- Quiet Time Enforced
- Swimming Area
Feedback
Rating from Nancy Walloschek
September 7, 2024Favourited by Nancy Walloschek
September 7, 2024Visited by Matthew Siemens (swimming, camping, hiking, picnic)
June 15, 2024Visited by Gerald Siemens (swimming, camping, hiking, picnic)
June 15, 2024