Duck Lake

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Duck Lake sits just outside Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, approximately 6 miles from the city center, making it one of the more conveniently accessible fishing destinations in the region. The lake is situated in a subarctic landscape shaped by the Canadian Shield, surrounded by the rugged boreal terrain characteristic of the Yellowknife area. Its proximity to the city makes it a popular destination for both local anglers and visiting sport fishers looking to experience quality northern fishing without venturing deep into the backcountry.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Duck Lake and what's needed to catch them.

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Duck Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Productive areas on Duck Lake generally include shallow bays and weed-lined margins where northern pike stage and ambush prey, as well as rocky points and depth transitions where walleye tend to congregate. Working the edges between shallow flats and deeper water is a reliable strategy for locating both species throughout the open-water season.

Know where you can legally fish on Duck Lake

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Nt licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Nt.

Take Duck Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Duck Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Duck Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.