Top 6 Fishing Locations in Manitoba

According to Statistics Canada, about one in 10 Canadians went fishing close to home in 2021, a number similar to those who bird-watch or camp near their homes.

If you’re planning a fishing trip this year, here are six of the best fishing spots in Manitoba.

Whiteshell Provincial Park

Whiteshell Provincial Park in southeast Manitoba, about 120 kilometres east of Winnipeg, is a great destination for anglers with its rivers and deep lakes that offer a variety of fish species.

Riding Mountain National Park

Riding Mountain National Park in western Manitoba has over 1,900 lakes, making it a popular spot for recreational fishing.

Lac du Bonnet

Located 115 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg, Lac du Bonnet is known for its great fishing opportunities including walleye, northern pike, goldeye, perch, bass, and channel catfish.

Lynn Lake

Lynn Lake on the Manitoba–Saskatchewan border offers various fish species for both new and experienced anglers.

Snow Lake

Snow Lake in southwest Manitoba is a great spot for catching walleye, northern pike, lake trout, and rainbow trout.

Roblin

Known as the fly-fishing capital of Manitoba, Roblin, located 400 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg, is stocked with various fish species like rainbow and brown trout, char, bass, carp, perch, pike, and walleye.