Explore Saskatchewan’s lakes and rivers by boat or personal watercraft. Take to the lake for a day of waterskiing and wakeboarding or enjoy the serenity of secluded rivers and streams by canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Catch a prairie breeze in your sails, see the sights along the shoreline on a boat tour or riverboat cruise, or go houseboating with family and friends. You can bring your own boat and gear or rent what you need at many lakeside destinations.
Federal Campground, National Park, Unique Accommodation, Bird / Wildlife Viewing Sites, Water Activities, Winter Activities
A transitional landscape from aspen parkland to boreal forest with pockets of grasslands, Prince Albert National Park is a breathtaking and unique place to vacation. Learn about nature at this expansive 3,875 sq. km. of protected park through interpretive programs, guided hikes and interactive exhibits at the Nature Centre. Partake in countless year-round and seasonal recreational opportunities such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing, cycling, hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more. The park features numerous multi-use trails for all skill levels. Amenities and accommodation are available in the Waskesiu Lake townsite year-round. Campground reservations accepted for Beaver Glen and Red Deer Campgrounds starting January 31, 2025, at 8 a.m. CST. Reservations can be made using the Parks Canada Reservation System.
Please plan ahead and check the Prince Albert National Park website for the most up-to-date information on hours of operation and what to expect when you arrive.
Road and Area Closure: The Sturgeon River Bridge and Westside Trail Access in Prince Albert National Park are currently closed after the Sturgeon River Bridge sustained significant damage from record rainfalls in June 2024. The closure is in effect until further notice. See Parks Canada website or phone the Prince Albert National Park Visitor Centre for more details.
Attraction
Phone(s): 306-663-4522 | 1-888-773-8888 | 1-877-737-3783 (Reservations)
Email: princealbertinfo@pc.gc.ca
90 km N of Prince Albert, access from Hwys 2, 263 and 264.
Cottage / Cabin / Resort, Fishing / Hunting Lodge, Fishing Outfitters, Big Game Outfitters, Aerial Tour, Boat Tour / Cruise, Scenic / Historic Tour, Water Activities, Winter Activities, Restaurant and Dining, Group Rental Facility
During the high season, guests can enjoy guided fishing, pontoon boat tours, interpretive tours, local guide service, scenic flights and rentals for fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. The main lodge features a licensed restaurant with a patio overlooking the docks, meeting and conference space, and cabin delivery service.
Experience world-class fishing with fly-out trips to exclusive outpost camps or take a day trip to one of the fly-out lakes. During the winter season, Thompson’s Resort offers cozy cabins—some with fireplaces—along with ice fishing, ice fishing kit rentals, and snowmobile and snowshoe rentals. Local guides are available, and guests can enjoy curated winter experiences for a memorable stay.
Hotel
Phone(s): 306-635-2144 | 1-800-667-5554
80 km N of La Ronge on Hwy 102.
Live Animal Viewing, Amusement Park, Water Activities
Attraction
Phone(s): 306-924-7450
Evraz plant grounds, 6.4 km N of Regina via Hwy 6 and Armour Rd.
Water Activities, Sporting Goods / Equipment Rental
Attraction
Phone(s): 306-313-2212(Wakamow Park) | 306-692-0477(Boh's Cycle)
Email: bohscycle@sasktel.net
Summer rentals, Wakamow Valley Park, 303 River Dr; Year-round store, 821 Main St N, Moose Jaw.
Fishing Outfitters, Boat Tour / Cruise, Sporting Goods / Equipment Rental, Water Activities, Winter Activities
Attraction
Phone(s): 306-862-2628
Email: twin.marine@sasktel.net
Waterfront location on Tobin Lake, Nipawin and District Regional Park, 2 km N of Nipawin on Hwy 55.
Lac la Peche, Blaine Lake
May 1, 2025 to Oct 15, 2025
Nestled in the Thickwood Hills, and just one hour from Saskatoon, Lac La Peche Resort offers three-season outdoor experiences and relaxation. The resort's cozy cabins each boast its own private deck complete with barbeque and a breathtaking view, as well as a fire pit perfect for roasting marshmallows on a starry night! Choose one of five cabins for your one week stay and enjoy a 20% discount on your cabin rental, plus a $120 watercraft rental credit to be used for a 1-day pontoon boat rental during your stay. Get a 10% discount for a 4 to 6-day stay, 30-40% discounts on 30-day, 6-week, and 12-week stays.
STARTING AT:
$858
STARTING AT: $858
Lac la Peche, Blaine Lake
May 1, 2025 to Oct 15, 2025
Nestled in the Thickwood Hills, and just one hour from Saskatoon, Lac La Peche Resort offers three-season outdoor experiences and relaxation. Five cozy rental cabins have private decks complete with barbecue and breathtaking views. Make memories that will last a lifetime by getting out on the water with a pleasure-craft. The resort has three pontoon boats to choose from. The "Frequent Floater" discount gets you up to 50% off a pontoon boat with your fourth pontoon boat rental. Make cruising Lac La Peche with family and friends a regular part of your summer time fun or corporate retreat.
STARTING AT:
$250
STARTING AT: $250
Cottage / Cabin / Resort, Fishing / Hunting Lodge, Privately-operated Campground, Fishing Outfitters, Water Activities, Winter Activities
For fishers, the surrounding lakes provide ample year-round opportunities, with options for both guided and solo trips. Fishing boats are available for rent, and pop-up ice fishing shacks can be booked during the winter. Hunting is also a highlight, with the lodge located in Wildlife Management Zone 66.
Cabin rental includes barbecue and firepit, along with access to the sauna. An outdoor, sheltered hot tub is available for guests to rent daily. Non-electric campsites are also available.
Phone(s): 306-832-2214
From Hwy 55, turn N on grid road 924, Km 47. Located on Beaupre Creek, approximately 18 kms S of Dore Lake.
Fishing Outfitters, Big Game Outfitters, Water Activities, Boat Tour / Cruise
Phone(s): 306-425-3477 | 306-425-7788(Ray cell) | 306-290-9234(Lindsay cell)
Email: r.mckay@sasktel.net
Shadd Lake, 75 air km N of La Ronge; just N of the Churchill River via connecting waterway.
Boat Tour / Cruise, Water Activities, Sporting Goods / Equipment Rental
Waskesiu Marina Adventure Centre offers visitors to the Prince Albert National Park the opportunity to experience the park's beauty from the water by renting a pontoon boat, fishing boat, paddle board, canoe or kayak. The Main Marina on Waskesiu Lake offers five types of boats for rent, and you can also take advantage of its 322 moorage slips or store your boat in its gated dry land storage compound. The Heart Lakes Marina offers fishing boats, canoes and kayaks for rent to see the scenic Hanging Heart Lakes and connecting Crean Lake, and nine moorage slips are also available. The Narrows Marina near Narrows Campground provides canoe, kayak and paddle board rentals, with 23 moorage slips and 22 dry land storage sites also available. Come and enjoy one of Saskatchewan's finest marinas.
Phone(s): 306-663-1999 | 306-763-1278(Off-season)
Email: info@waskesiumarina.com
Prince Albert National Park, 90 km N of Prince Albert off Hwy 2, then 7 km N of Waskesiu Lake townsite to main marina.