Fishing in Eastern Saskatchewan
Tobin Lake, Good Spirit Lake, Madge Lake, and the Yorkton area offer some of the best walleye fishing in the province.
1. Tobin Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2.5 hours east of SaskatoonTobin Lake, formed by the Squaw Rapids Dam on the Saskatchewan River, is widely considered one of the best walleye lakes in Canada. The lake regularly produces trophy walleye over 10 pounds, with fish in the 3-6 pound range common. The flooded timber and structure provide excellent habitat. Tobin Lake is also famous for its northern pike fishery, with fish exceeding 20 pounds caught every year. Spring and fall are prime time.
2. Good Spirit Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2 hours east of Regina, near YorktonGood Spirit Lake, located in Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park, offers excellent walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The lake's clear waters and sandy beaches make it a popular family destination. Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park has an 18-hole golf course, campground, and beach. The lake is one of the most popular fishing destinations in eastern Saskatchewan.
3. Madge Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2.5 hours east of Regina, Duck Mountain Provincial ParkMadge Lake, located in Duck Mountain Provincial Park, offers excellent walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing in a beautiful forest setting. The park's higher elevation provides cooler temperatures. Madge Lake has a resort, campground, and golf course. The lake is a popular destination for anglers from both Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
4. Round Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike)
2 hours east of Regina, near BroadviewRound Lake offers walleye and northern pike fishing in the Qu'Appelle Valley. The lake is smaller than the main Qu'Appelle Valley lakes but offers good fishing with fewer crowds.
5. White Sand Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2.5 hours east of Regina, Duck Mountain areaWhite Sand Lake, located in the Duck Mountain region of Saskatchewan, offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The lake's clear waters and sandy beaches are reminiscent of the Canadian Shield.
6. Kenosee Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2 hours east of Regina, Moose Mountain Provincial ParkKenosee Lake, located in Moose Mountain Provincial Park, offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The park has a resort, campground, and golf course. Kenosee Lake is a popular family destination in southeastern Saskatchewan.
7. Carlyle Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)
2 hours southeast of ReginaCarlyle Lake, located in the Moose Mountain Creek area, offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The lake is a man-made reservoir that has developed a healthy fish population.
8. Alameda Reservoir (Walleye, Northern Pike)
2 hours southeast of ReginaAlameda Reservoir, located near the town of Alameda, offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The reservoir is smaller than the region's major waters but provides accessible fishing.
9. Nickle Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike)
2.5 hours east of Regina, near BienfaitNickle Lake, located near Estevan, offers walleye and northern pike fishing in a park setting. The lake has a regional park with camping and a beach.
10. Yorkton Area Ponds (Stocked Trout)
In and near YorktonThe Yorkton area has several stocked ponds that offer rainbow trout fishing. These ponds are stocked annually and provide excellent family fishing opportunities close to town.
11. Amisk Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near Hudson Bay, SKAmisk Lake is a large lake in eastern Saskatchewan near the Manitoba border. It offers excellent walleye, northern pike, and lake trout fishing with clear waters and sandy beaches. The name means "beaver" in Cree.
12. Tobin Lake (Squaw Rapids)
Near NipawinTobin Lake, formed by the Squaw Rapids Dam, offers world-class walleye fishing with trophy fish over 10 pounds.
13. Codette Lake (Cod, Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near NipawinCodette Lake is a reservoir on the Saskatchewan River offering walleye and northern pike fishing.
14. Nipawin Regional Park (Walleye)
NipawinNipawin Regional Park offers access to the Saskatchewan River for walleye and pike fishing.
15. Greenwater Lake (Cod, Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near KelvingtonGreenwater Lake Provincial Park offers northern pike, walleye, and perch in eastern Saskatchewan.
16. Little Amyot Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near Porcupine PlainLittle Amyot Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the Porcupine Hills region.
17. Big Amyot Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near Porcupine PlainBig Amyot Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in eastern Saskatchewan.
18. Porcupine Hills Lakes (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near Porcupine PlainThe Porcupine Hills region has numerous small lakes offering northern pike and walleye fishing.
19. Fishing Lake (Quill)
Wadena areaFishing Lake near Wadena offers walleye, northern pike, and perch fishing in eastern Saskatchewan.
20. Saline Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near WadenaSaline Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the Quill Lakes region.
21. Foam Lake (Northern Pike)
Near Foam LakeFoam Lake offers northern pike and perch fishing in eastern Saskatchewan.
22. Lake Lenore (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near Lake LenoreLake Lenore offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the parkland region.
23. Muenster Lake (Northern Pike)
Near MuensterMuenster Lake offers northern pike and perch fishing in east-central Saskatchewan.
24. St. Brieux Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near St. BrieuxSt. Brieux Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the parkland region.
25. Spalding Lake (Northern Pike)
Near SpaldingSpalding Lake offers northern pike and perch fishing in eastern Saskatchewan.
26. Deadmoose Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)
Near the Quill LakesDeadmoose Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the Quill Lakes basin.
Fishing Tips for the Eastern Saskatchewan & Tobin Region
- Fish Tobin Lake in spring — May and June offer the best walleye fishing on Tobin Lake. The walleye run is world-class.
- Explore Duck Mountain — Madge Lake and White Sand Lake in Duck Mountain Provincial Park offer some of the best lake fishing in eastern Saskatchewan.
- Get a licence — Buy online at nirb.saskatchewan.ca.
- Book summer camping early — Good Spirit Lake and Madge Lake are popular summer destinations. Campgrounds fill up quickly on summer weekends.
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