Waskesiu Lake

Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 0
Species: 1

Waskesiu Lake is a vast, stunning body of water nestled within Prince Albert National Park, approximately 90 kilometres north-northwest of the city of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Accessible via Highways 263 and 264, the lake sits at the heart of one of Canada's most beloved national parks and serves as the centerpiece of the resort village of Waskesiu on its eastern shore. The lake is surrounded by boreal forest and offers an exceptional combination of natural beauty and angling opportunity, drawing thousands of visitors each year. With multiple marinas, boat launches, beaches, campgrounds, cabins, and a full range of services in the adjacent townsite, Waskesiu Lake is one of the most popular and well-serviced fishing destinations in all of Saskatchewan.

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Species & education

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

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Blackfin Cisco

Coregonus nigripinnis

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Waskesiu 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.

Narrows Boat Launch

Boat Ramp

Know where you can legally fish on Waskesiu 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.

Sk licenses and regulations

Saskatchewan Boating Regulations

This page explains what a Pleasure Craft License is, who needs one, how to apply for one, and how to keep your information up to date.

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Saskatchewan Fishing License

Residents and Non-Residents aged 16 and older must have a valid Saskatchewan Angling License.

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Saskatchewan Fishing Regulations

Sport fishing in Saskatchewan is regulated by The Fisheries Regulations under The Fisheries (Saskatchewan) Act, 2020. Below is a summary of the major regulations, which apply to all provincial Crown waters in Saskatchewan, excluding federal waters (e.g. Prince Albert National Park), and must be complied with at all times. Complete copies of the Act and Regulations may be obtained from the Publications Centre or by calling 1-800-226-7302.

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Saskatchewan Stream Access Laws

Saskatchewan is divided into three management zones for angling regulation.

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Take Waskesiu 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 Waskesiu Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Waskesiu 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.