Rafferty Reservoir

(Mcdonald Lake)

Rafferty Reservoir is reservoir located 14km S of Macoun and 20km WNW of Estevan.

Mainprize Regional Park is adjacent to Rafferty Reservoir.

The lake was officially named on 1952-02-06.

Regional Park Campground Beach Boat Launch
Northern Pike Yellow Perch Walleye
Boundary on map.

Details

Fishing Zone: Southern Zone
Park: Mainprize Regional Park
Location: 49.1931116, -103.2474121
Max Width: 1 km
Max Length: 56 km
Max Depth: 15 m (49 ft)

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Comment from Matthew Siemens
May 15, 2024
The public fishing dock at the regional park is out and ready for use!

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Mainprize Regional Park

About

Season: Golf: May 1-September 30 Camping: May 15-September 15
Park Entry: $10.00 per day, $27.00 for 3 day/weekend entry.
Payment Information: Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard accepted.
Book Camping Online: https://letscamp.ca/camps/mainprize-regional-park

Contact

Phone: Administration: (306) 458-2364 Golf Phone: (306) 458-2452 Camp Phone (In season): (306) 458-2865 Camp Phone (Off Season): (306) 458-2362
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/mainprize/
Mailing Address: Box 488 Midale, SK S0C 1S0
Social: Facebook

Amenities

  • Ball Diamonds
  • Beach Area
  • Cabin Rental
  • Camping (Electricity and Water)
  • Camping Seasonal
  • Fish Filleting
  • Golf Course 18 Hole Grass Greens
  • Golf Course Pro Shop
  • Hall and/or Shelter Rental
  • Licensed Establishment
  • Picnic Tables
  • Quiet Time Enforced
  • Sewer Dump Station
  • Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
  • Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
  • Boat Launch
  • Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
  • Camping (Electricity
  • Water
  • Sewer)
  • Driving Range
  • Fishing
  • Golf Course Club House (Food Service)
  • Group Camping (Electrical Sites)
  • Hiking Trails
  • Marina
  • Playground
  • Restaurant
  • Showers
  • Washrooms (Outhouse)
  • Basketball Court
  • Boat
  • Canoe and/or kayak rentals
  • Camping (Electrical Sites)
  • Camping (Non-Electrical)
  • Fire Wood
  • Gasoline and/or Propane Services
  • Golf Course Club House (Licensed)
  • Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
  • Security
  • Swimming Area

Fishing at Rafferty Reservoir

Rafferty Reservoir is in the southern fishing zone.

What fish are in Rafferty Reservoir

Northern Pike, Walleye, White Sucker and Yellow Perch can be found in Rafferty Reservoir.

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Fishing Season

Fishing season on Rafferty Reservoir is open from May 5, 2024 to March 31, 2025.

Fishing Limits for Rafferty Reservoir

These are the limits for all fish species reported to be in Rafferty Reservoir. All fishing limits for Saskatchewan.
Species Limit
Northern Pike Limit 5, only one may exceed 75 cm
Yellow Perch Limit 10 (Custom limit for Rafferty Reservoir)
Walleye/Sauger/Saugeye Limit 3, Only 1 Over 55 Cm (Custom limit for Rafferty Reservoir)

Boating at Rafferty Reservoir

There is 1 boat launch/marina at Rafferty Reservoir.

Camping at Rafferty Reservoir

I don't have any campgrounds reported for this lake. Let me know if I'm missing one!

Beaches at Rafferty Reservoir

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Prairie Pro Outfitters

Prairie Pro Outfitters is located at Rafferty Reservoir.

Phone: (306) 461-8353
Website: https://prairieprooutfitters.com/

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Mainprize Regional Park

About

Season: Golf: May 1-September 30 Camping: May 15-September 15
Park Entry: $10.00 per day, $27.00 for 3 day/weekend entry.
Payment Information: Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard accepted.
Book Camping Online: https://letscamp.ca/camps/mainprize-regional-park

Contact

Phone: Administration: (306) 458-2364 Golf Phone: (306) 458-2452 Camp Phone (In season): (306) 458-2865 Camp Phone (Off Season): (306) 458-2362
Website: https://saskregionalparks.ca/park/mainprize/
Mailing Address: Box 488 Midale, SK S0C 1S0
Social: Facebook

Amenities

  • Ball Diamonds
  • Beach Area
  • Cabin Rental
  • Camping (Electricity and Water)
  • Camping Seasonal
  • Fish Filleting
  • Golf Course 18 Hole Grass Greens
  • Golf Course Pro Shop
  • Hall and/or Shelter Rental
  • Licensed Establishment
  • Picnic Tables
  • Quiet Time Enforced
  • Sewer Dump Station
  • Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
  • Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
  • Boat Launch
  • Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
  • Camping (Electricity
  • Water
  • Sewer)
  • Driving Range
  • Fishing
  • Golf Course Club House (Food Service)
  • Group Camping (Electrical Sites)
  • Hiking Trails
  • Marina
  • Playground
  • Restaurant
  • Showers
  • Washrooms (Outhouse)
  • Basketball Court
  • Boat
  • Canoe and/or kayak rentals
  • Camping (Electrical Sites)
  • Camping (Non-Electrical)
  • Fire Wood
  • Gasoline and/or Propane Services
  • Golf Course Club House (Licensed)
  • Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
  • Security
  • Swimming Area

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Regional Park Boat Launch

Regional Park Boat Launch is located at Rafferty Reservoir.

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