Manitoba · Canada
Shoe Lake
Shoe Lake is Nopiming's smallmouth bass numbers lake - anglers report catching smallies all day long, mostly 12-15 inches with a 19-inch fish a realistic bonus. Walleye are present but scarce these days, and the drive in is rough. Backcountry campsites and nearby Nopiming Lodge cabins serve visiting anglers.
- Region
- Manitoba, Canada
- Nearest community
- Bissett
- Regulation zone
- Southern Division (approximate — see note)
Species in Shoe 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 |
| Smallmouth Bass | Open year-round (all divisions; waterbody-specific closures apply) | 4 | None may exceed 45 cm |
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
- Smallmouth Bass — minimum 46 cm (18 in)
- Walleye — minimum 71 cm (28 in)
- Smallmouth Bass — minimum 46 cm (18 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.