When is the fishing season for Waskesiu Lake Saskatchewan?

Waskesiu Lake is open for fishing from Victoria Day to March 31.

What fish are in Waskesiu Lake Saskatchewan?

walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, cisco

How deep is Waskesiu Lake Saskatchewan?

Waskesiu Lake is 19 m (62 ft) feet deep.

How big is Waskesiu Lake Saskatchewan?

Waskesiu Lake is 17,369 acres in size.

Waskesiu Lake

Waskesiu Lake is a beautiful lake located in the Prince Albert National Park in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is the largest and most popular lake in the park, with a surface area of 36.4 square kilometres and a maximum depth of 60 meters. The lake offers a variety of activities for visitors, such as swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, golfing, and camping. There are also several attractions around the lake, such as the Waskesiu Heritage Museum, the Waskesiu Golf Course, and the Grey Owl Cabin. Waskesiu Lake is a great destination for anyone who loves nature and outdoor recreation.

About Waskesiu Lake

Fishing Zone:	Central Zone
Park:	Prince Albert National Park
Location:	53.96111333716853, -106.23097132989392
Shore Length:	78km
Surface Area:	17,369 acres
Max Depth:	19 m (62 ft)
Inflows:	Kingsmere River
Outflows:	Waskesiu River

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Directions to Waskesiu Lake

The lake is accessible from Highway 263.

Get directions to a specific location:

Waskesiu Golf Course Beaver Glen Campground Beaver Glen Beach Mud Creek Trail South Bay Beach Trippes Beach Waskesiu Boat Launch Waskesiu Main Beach Waskesiu Lake Marina Narrows Campground Narrows Boat Launch Red Deer Campground Birch Bay Beach Point View Beach Paignton Beach Narrows Beach

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Fishing at Waskesiu Lake

Waskesiu Lake is in the central fishing zone but since this lake is in the National Park different fishing limits and license requirements apply.

Fishing season on Waskesiu Lake is open from Victoria Day to March 31.

According to the official website the season actually begins on the Saturday immediately preceding Victoria Day. When the last day of the season falls on a Friday or Saturday, the season ends on the Sunday immediately following the Friday or Saturday.

Fishing Limits for Waskesiu Lake within Prince Albert National Park

Species	Limit
Northern Pike	Limit 3
Walleye	Limit 2
Lake Trout	Limit 1
Whitefish	Limit 5

Boating at Waskesiu Lake

Motors are allowed on this lake.

The following restrictions apply to the lake

Personal watercraft such as Jet Ski, WaveRunner, or Sea-Doo are not permitted on park waters.
All watercraft must conform to federal small vessel and pleasure craft regulations.

Learn more about boating in the National Park.