Manitoba · Canada
Wahtopanah Lake
A reservoir on the Little Saskatchewan River near Rivers, provincially stocked with walleye fry and known for walleye, pike and perch. Rivers Provincial Park on its shore offers a popular beach and fishing access. The lake has multiple boat launches, and Rivers Provincial Park on the north shore provides boat access, camping and a beach.
- Region
- Manitoba, Canada
- Nearest community
- Rivers
- Size
- 638.5 ha (1,578 acres)
- Depth
- 15 m (50 ft)
- Regulation zone
- Western Division (approximate — see note)
Species in Wahtopanah Lake
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Also stocked
Seasons & limits — Western 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 |
Stocked water — general Western Division limits apply; check the current Manitoba Anglers' Guide.
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)
- Largemouth Bass — minimum 46 cm (18 in)
- Muskellunge — minimum 79 cm (31 in)
- Northern Pike — minimum 104 cm (41 in)
- Rainbow Trout — minimum 51 cm (20 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.