Manitoba · Canada
Setting Lake
A northern Manitoba lake near Thompson listed among the province's notable drive-to walleye waters. It lies in the nickel-belt lake country of the Thompson area. Walleye are the main draw for visiting anglers.
- Region
- Manitoba, Canada
- Nearest community
- Thompson
- Regulation zone
- North Central Division
Species in Setting Lake
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Seasons & limits — North Central 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 |
Always confirm regulations with the official provincial guide before fishing — rules change, and waterbody-specific exceptions apply.
Waterbody-specific rules
- Fish Lake, Setting Creek, and Setting Lake within 2 km of the Setting Creek mouth closed to all fishing Mar 15 to Jul 15.
Manitoba Master Angler qualifying sizes
- 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.