Your Manitoba Fishing Guide

View of the beach and deck area on Halls Lake

Manitoba's 100,000 lakes cover a large portion of the province with clear, fresh water. In addition the thousands of miles of rivers, and streams are home to productive fish habitat. During your Manitoba fishing adventure you can explore back country trails, unspoiled wilderness, pristine lakes, and wide open spaces. Imagine and enjoy the peaceful solitude of fishing for walleye or trout at sunrise on any one of Manitoba's thousands of lakes.

Whether you’re fishing walleye, lake trout, speckled trout, Northern pike, catfish, or one of the many other species that populate the lakes, rivers and streams of Manitoba, excitement and anticipation are part of every fishing experience. Manitoba's progressive fish management, strong conservation, and a selective harvest program keeps it a world leader in recreational sport fishing. Surrounded by sweeping clear-blue skies and pristine wilderness, anglers test their skills, savour a shore lunch and return home with a catch.

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In Manitoba the fishing can be as close or as far as your imagination takes you. Access is by automobile, float plane, boat or paddle in. You can rough it or be pampered in the lap of luxury as you enjoy all that Manitoba has to offer. Thanks to Manitoba's outstanding outfitters, you can easily make your dreams of a fishing adventure come true. From the most luxurious accommodation to the most rustic outposts or camp with packages that can include meals, transportation by float plane, guiding, and equipment there is an adventure to meet every budget.

Barbless hooks must be used in Manitoba and make for easy release of fish and minimize injury. The province of Manitoba is a strong proponent of catch and release, and catch to eat fishing. Using fishing resources with care and respect will guarantee world-class angling adventures for future generations.

Manitoba is a great place for a family fishing vacation. With the abundance of species available, children don't have to wait long for a fish. Provincial parks, campgrounds, and resorts are seldom far from great fishing. Tourist outfitters and resort operators are happy to tailor their packages for families who all love to fish.