Fishing in Southern Saskatchewan

Southern Saskatchewan is defined by two great river valleys — the Qu'Appelle and the Souris — and the prairie reservoirs that provide excellent fishing close to Regina. From the famous Last Mountain Lake to the deep waters of Diefenbaker, this region offers diverse fishing for walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, and stocked trout.

1. Last Mountain Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

45 min north of Regina

Last Mountain Lake is one of Saskatchewan's most popular fishing destinations. This long, shallow lake offers excellent walleye fishing with fish in the 2-4 pound range common. Northern pike are abundant in the weedy bays. Yellow perch provide excellent family fishing. The lake has several resorts, campgrounds, and boat launches. Ice fishing is popular in winter.

2. Buffalo Pound Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

30 min northwest of Regina

Buffalo Pound Lake, located in Buffalo Pound Provincial Park, offers good fishing for walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. The lake's shallow, productive waters hold healthy fish populations. The park offers camping, hiking, and a popular bison herd viewing area.

3. Lake Diefenbaker (Walleye, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Perch)

1.5 hours southwest of Regina

Lake Diefenbaker is a massive prairie reservoir that offers excellent fishing for walleye, northern pike, rainbow trout, and yellow perch. The lake's stained water and abundant structure make it highly productive. The rainbow trout fishery is unique — these hard-fighting fish can reach 10+ pounds. The Qu'Appelle River arm and the Dam area are particularly productive. Several communities including Elbow, Douglas, and Riverhurst offer access.

4. Qu'Appelle Valley Lakes (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

45 min northeast of Regina

The Qu'Appelle Valley contains a chain of lakes — including Pasqua, Echo, Mission, Katepwa, and Crooked lakes — that offer excellent fishing for walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. These glacially-carved valley lakes are deeper and clearer than prairie reservoirs. The valley is a popular recreation area with numerous resorts, campgrounds, and golf courses. Fishing is best in spring and fall.

5. Katepwa Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

1 hour northeast of Regina

Katepwa Lake is one of the most popular Qu'Appelle Valley lakes. The lake holds walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. Katepwa has a popular beach, campground, and resort. The lake's deeper waters provide good fishing throughout the summer. Ice fishing is popular in winter.

6. Echo Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike)

50 min northeast of Regina

Echo Lake, in the Qu'Appelle Valley near Fort Qu'Appelle, offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The lake is connected to Pasqua Lake and Mission Lake, forming a chain of fishable waters. Echo Lake has several public access points and is a popular destination for family fishing.

7. Pasqua Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike)

45 min northeast of Regina

Pasqua Lake is the westernmost of the Qu'Appelle Valley fishing lakes. The lake offers walleye and northern pike fishing. Pasqua Lake is less developed than Katepwa and Echo lakes, offering a quieter experience.

8. Crooked Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

1.5 hours east of Regina

Crooked Lake, in the Qu'Appelle Valley near Grenfell, offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The lake is one of the larger Qu'Appelle Valley lakes and has several cottage developments and a provincial park. Crooked Lake is known for its excellent perch fishing.

9. Round Lake (Walleye, Northern Pike)

2 hours east of Regina

Round Lake, near the community of Broadview, offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The lake is smaller than the main Qu'Appelle lakes but offers good fishing with fewer crowds. Round Lake has a campground and public access.

10. Souris River (Walleye, Northern Pike)

2 hours southeast of Regina

The Souris River flows through southeastern Saskatchewan and offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The river's current and pools hold fish throughout the summer. The Souris River valley provides a scenic setting for a day of fishing.

11. Rafferty Reservoir (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

1.5 hours south of Regina, near Estevan

Rafferty Reservoir is a man-made lake on the Souris River near Estevan. The reservoir offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The reservoir has a popular recreation area with camping and boat launches.

12. Boundary Dam Reservoir (Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch)

1.5 hours south of Regina, near Estevan

Boundary Dam Reservoir, near Estevan, offers walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch fishing. The reservoir is a man-made lake that provides cooling water for a power station, creating warm-water conditions that produce fast-growing fish.

13. Avonlea Reservoir (Walleye, Northern Pike)

45 min south of Regina

Avonlea Reservoir, located near the town of Avonlea, offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The reservoir is smaller than the major prairie reservoirs but offers accessible fishing with fewer crowds.

14. Willowbunch Lake (Northern Pike, Walleye)

1 hour south of Regina

Willowbunch Lake, near the town of Willow Bunch, offers northern pike and walleye fishing. The lake's shallow, productive waters hold healthy fish populations. The area is known for its unique French-speaking community and the nearby Willow Bunch Museum.

15. Moose Jaw River (Walleye, Northern Pike)

Through Moose Jaw, 45 min west of Regina

The Moose Jaw River flows through Moose Jaw and offers walleye and northern pike fishing. The river's current and pools hold fish throughout the summer. The Moose Jaw River is accessible from several parks within the city.

16. Wascana Lake (Stocked Trout)

In Regina

Wascana Lake, in the heart of Regina, is stocked with rainbow trout each spring and fall. The lake provides an urban fishing opportunity within walking distance of downtown. Fishing is permitted from designated areas around the lake. Wascana Lake is a great option for families and beginner anglers.

17. Moose Jaw River (Wakamow Valley)

Moose Jaw

The Moose Jaw River through Wakamow Valley offers walleye and northern pike fishing within the city of Moose Jaw.

18. Pebble Creek Pond (Rainbow Trout)

Near Regina

Pebble Creek Pond is a stocked trout pond offering rainbow trout fishing in the Regina area.

19. Kronau Pond (Rainbow Trout)

Near Regina

Kronau Pond is a stocked rainbow trout pond offering family fishing opportunities near Regina.

20. Rowans Ravine (Last Mountain)

Last Mountain Lake

Rowans Ravine Provincial Park on Last Mountain Lake offers excellent walleye and pike fishing.

21. Saskatchewan Landing (Diefenbaker)

Near Kyle

Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park on Lake Diefenbaker offers walleye, pike, and rainbow trout fishing.

22. Douglas Provincial Park (Diefenbaker)

Near Elbow

Douglas Provincial Park on Lake Diefenbaker offers excellent fishing with camping facilities.

23. Danielson Provincial Park (Diefenbaker)

Near Saskatoon

Danielson Provincial Park on Lake Diefenbaker offers walleye, pike, and trout fishing.

24. Pike Lake (Qu'Appelle)

Near Fort Qu'Appelle

Pike Lake in the Qu'Appelle Valley offers walleye and northern pike fishing in a scenic valley setting.

25. Katepwa Beach (Katepwa Lake)

Qu'Appelle Valley

Katepwa Beach offers excellent walleye and perch fishing on Katepwa Lake in the Qu'Appelle Valley.

26. B-Say-Tah Point (Katepwa)

Qu'Appelle Valley

B-Say-Tah Point on Katepwa Lake offers good walleye and northern pike fishing access.

27. Fort Qu'Appelle (Echo Lake)

Fort Qu'Appelle

Echo Lake at Fort Qu'Appelle offers walleye, northern pike, and perch fishing in the valley.

28. Qu'Appelle Dam (Northern Pike, Walleye)

Near Craven

The Qu'Appelle Dam area offers good walleye and northern pike fishing below the dam structure.

29. Buffalo Pound (Narrow Hills)

Buffalo Pound Park

Buffalo Pound Lake offers walleye, pike, and perch fishing in Buffalo Pound Provincial Park.

30. Cypress Hills (Saskatchewan side)

Near Maple Creek

Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park offers rainbow trout fishing in stocked ponds on the Saskatchewan side.

31. Eastend Pond (Rainbow Trout)

Eastend

Eastend Pond is a stocked rainbow trout pond offering fishing in southwestern Saskatchewan.