Manitoba · Canada

Simonhouse Lake

Simonhouse Lake sits on the Grass River between the Cranberry lakes and Lake Athapapuskow. A Hunt Fish Manitoba feature highlights the Simonhouse Narrows for big numbers of walleye. It pairs well with a Cranberry Lakes trip for anglers chasing numbers.

Region
Manitoba, Canada
Regulation zone
Northwest Division (approximate — see note)

Species in Simonhouse Lake

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Seasons & limits — Northwest Division (approximate — see note)

SpeciesSeasonLimitNotes
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, 2026.4None may exceed 55 cm

No waterbody-specific rules listed — general Northwest 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)

From the Manitoba Master Angler Program (Travel Manitoba).

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Species & regulations: 2026 Manitoba Anglers' Guide, via the Bump Board dataset.