Manitoba · Canada
Oak Lake
A classic prairie pothole lake west of Brandon, Oak Lake is one of southwestern Manitoba's most productive walleye fisheries. The province stocks around 800,000 walleye fry here each spring since natural reproduction is minimal, while northern pike and yellow perch reproduce on their own. It is famous for jumbo yellow perch alongside strong numbers of eater-sized walleye, and a full-service marina makes launching easy.
- Region
- Manitoba, Canada
- Nearest community
- Oak Lake
- Regulation zone
- Southern Division (approximate — see note)
Species in Oak Lake
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Also stocked
Seasons & limits — Southern Division (approximate — see note)
| 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 |
| Northern Pike (Jackfish) | Open year-round (all divisions; waterbody-specific closures apply) | 4 | None may exceed 75 cm |
| Yellow Perch | Open year-round (all divisions; waterbody-specific closures apply) | 25 | No size restriction (provincially) |
No waterbody-specific rules listed — general Southern Division limits apply.
Always confirm regulations with the official provincial guide before fishing — rules change, and waterbody-specific exceptions apply.
Manitoba Master Angler qualifying sizes
- Walleye — minimum 71 cm (28 in)
- Northern Pike — minimum 104 cm (41 in)
- Yellow Perch — minimum 33 cm (13 in)
- Northern Pike — minimum 104 cm (41 in)
- Smallmouth Bass — minimum 46 cm (18 in)
- Walleye — minimum 71 cm (28 in)
- Yellow Perch — minimum 33 cm (13 in)
From the Manitoba Master Angler Program (Travel Manitoba).
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Species & regulations: 2026 Manitoba Anglers' Guide, via the Bump Board dataset.