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Fishing in Far North Saskatchewan: Lake Athabasca, Cree Lake & Wollaston

Explore fishing in the Far North Saskatchewan: Lake Athabasca, Cree Lake & Wollaston of Saskatchewan. Lake Athabasca, Cr

Lake Athabasca is one of the largest lakes in North America and offers world-class lake trout fishing. The Saskatchewan side of the lake produces trophy lake trout that regularly exceed 30 pounds. Northern pike are abundant in the shallow bays. Arctic grayling are found in the tributaries. The Saskatchewan side of the lake is less developed than the Alberta side and offers a true wilderness experience. Access is by float plane or boat from Uranium City.

1. Lake Athabasca (Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling)

Far northern Saskatchewan, accessible via Fort McMurray or float plane

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Lake Athabasca →

2. Cree Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Central northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

The south basin of Cree Lake offers excellent lake trout and northern pike fishing with fly-in access.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Cree Lake →

3. Wollaston Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling)

Far northeastern Saskatchewan, fly-in or road access

Wollaston Lake is one of the largest lakes in Saskatchewan and offers excellent fishing for lake trout, northern pike, and Arctic grayling. The lake is unique because it drains to both the Arctic Ocean and Hudson Bay. Wollaston Lake has road access from the community of Wollaston Lake and several lodges. Lake trout in the 5-15 pound range are common.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Wollaston Lake →

4. Reindeer Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye, Lake Trout)

Northeastern Saskatchewan, straddles Manitoba border

The Saskatchewan side of Reindeer Lake offers excellent fishing for northern pike, walleye, and lake trout. The lake is massive and diverse, with shallow weedy bays and deep clear basins. Reindeer Lake has several lodges on the Saskatchewan side and is accessible by road or float plane.

Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
*Walleye · Limit: 4 · only one may exceed 55 cm
Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm

Boat Launch: East Launch →

5. Black Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling)

Far northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

Black Lake offers lake trout, northern pike, and Arctic grayling fishing in a pristine wilderness setting. The lake is fly-in only and receives very few anglers. This is a destination for serious wilderness anglers.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Black Lake →

6. Hasbala Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

Hasbala Lake offers trophy lake trout and northern pike fishing in a remote shield setting. The lake is fly-in only and has a lodge that offers all-inclusive packages.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Hasbala Lake →

7. Waterfound Lake (Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling)

Northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

Waterfound Lake offers lake trout and Arctic grayling fishing in a remote wilderness setting. The lake is known for its clear waters and healthy fish populations.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Waterfound Lake →

8. Geikie River (Arctic Grayling, Brook Trout)

Northern Saskatchewan

The Geikie River system, flowing through the shield country of northern Saskatchewan, offers Arctic grayling and brook trout fishing. The cold, clear waters provide ideal habitat for both species.

Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Geikie River →

9. Foster Lake (Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling)

Northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

Foster Lake offers lake trout and Arctic grayling fishing in a remote shield setting. The lake is less known than the region's premier destinations but provides excellent fishing.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm

Boat Launch: Foster Lake →

10. Tazin Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Far northern Saskatchewan, fly-in only

Tazin Lake offers lake trout and northern pike fishing in a remote wilderness setting. The lake is fly-in only and receives minimal fishing pressure.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Tazin Lake →

11. Garson Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)

Garson Lake, Saskatchewan

Garson Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the far northwestern region.

Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
*Walleye · Limit: 4 · only one may exceed 55 cm

Boat Launch: Garson Lake →

12. Lac La Loche (Northern Pike, Walleye)

Lac La Loche, Saskatchewan

Lac La Loche is a large lake in northwestern Saskatchewan offering walleye and northern pike.

Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
*Walleye · Limit: 4 · only one may exceed 55 cm

Boat Launch: Lac La Loche →

13. Turnor Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)

Turnor Lake, Saskatchewan

Turnor Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the far north.

Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm
*Walleye · Limit: 4 · only one may exceed 55 cm

Boat Launch: Turnor Lake →

14. Hearne Lake (Arctic Grayling, Lake Trout)

Hearne Lake, Saskatchewan

Hearne Lake offers lake trout and Arctic grayling fishing in the Cree Lake region.

Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm
Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm

Boat Launch: Hearne Lake →

15. Waddy Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Waddy Lake, Saskatchewan

Waddy Lake offers lake trout and northern pike fishing in far northern Saskatchewan.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Waddy Lake →

16. Cole Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Cole Lake, Saskatchewan

Cole Lake offers northern pike and lake trout fishing in the Athabasca region.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: East Launch →

17. Mud Lake (Athabasca)

Mud Lake, Saskatchewan

Mud Lake offers northern pike and walleye fishing in the Lake Athabasca region.

Boat Launch: Mud Lake →

18. Ennuyeuse Lake (Arctic Grayling, Lake Trout)

Far north SK

Ennuyeuse Lake offers lake trout and Arctic grayling fishing in the remote north.

Arctic grayling · Limit: 2 · only one may exceed 35 cm
Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm

Boat Launch: Ennuyeuse Lake →

19. Knight Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Knight Lake, Saskatchewan

Knight Lake offers lake trout and northern pike fishing in the Athabasca region.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Knight Lake →

20. Patterson Lake (Lake Trout, Northern Pike)

Patterson Lake, Saskatchewan

Patterson Lake offers northern pike and lake trout fishing in northern Saskatchewan.

Lake trout · Limit: 3 · only one may exceed 65 cm
Northern pike · Limit: 5 · only one may exceed 75 cm

Boat Launch: Patterson Lake →