Manitoba · Canada
Big Bobs Lake
A shallow backcountry lake on the north edge of Duck Mountain Provincial Park managed for walleye and perch. Access is strictly by ATV or snowmobile along an unmaintained designated route, and launch areas are restricted to small watercraft. Check with the nearest government office for road conditions before heading in.
- Region
- Manitoba, Canada
- Nearest community
- Swan River
- Size
- 134 ha
- Depth
- 6.4 m
- Regulation zone
- Southern Division
Species in Big Bobs Lake
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Also stocked
Seasons & limits — Southern Division
| Species | Season | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye (Pickerel) & Sauger (either or combined) | Southern Division: closed April 6, 2026 to May 8, 2026; open May 9, 2026 to April 4, 2027. Northwest Division: closed May 1 to May 15, 2026; open May 16, 2026 to April 30, 2027. North Central Division: closed May 1 to May 15, 2026; open May 16, 2026 to April 30, 2027. Northeast Division: generally open all year (waterbody-specific closures apply). Lake Winnipeg: walleye/sauger closed April 6 to May 15, 2026. | 4 | None may exceed 55 cm |
| Yellow Perch | Open year-round (all divisions; waterbody-specific closures apply) | 25 | No size restriction (provincially) |
Always confirm regulations with the official provincial guide before fishing — rules change, and waterbody-specific exceptions apply.
Waterbody-specific rules
- Walleye limit 2; all walleye over 45 cm must be released. Yellow perch limit 10; all perch over 30 cm must be released.
Manitoba Master Angler qualifying sizes
- Walleye — minimum 71 cm (28 in)
- Yellow Perch — minimum 33 cm (13 in)
- Walleye — minimum 71 cm (28 in)
From the Manitoba Master Angler Program (Travel Manitoba).
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Species & regulations: 2026 Manitoba Anglers' Guide, via the Bump Board dataset.