PP2Sylvan Lake (& tributaries)
2017/2018 Fishing Regulations
Disclaimer: Although we strive for accuracy in our content, the following rules and regulations should only be considered a reference. It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance with all current rules and regulations. We assume no responsibility or liability for any inaccurate, delayed or incomplete information. Official information can be found www.albertaregulations.ca or call Alberta Sustainable Resource Development information centre at (780)-944-0313.
CLOSED April 1 -to- May 14
OPENED May 15 -to- October 31
BAIT Allowed (including dead bait fish)
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Burbot | 2 |
| Lake Whitefish | 5 |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Yellow Perch | 5 |
CLOSED November 1 -to- December 10
OPENED December 11 -to- January 31
BAIT Allowed (including dead bait fish)
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Burbot | 2 |
| Lake Whitefish | 5 |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Yellow Perch | 5 |
OPENED February 1 -to- March 31
BAIT Allowed (including dead bait fish)
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Burbot | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 5 |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Yellow Perch | 5 |
Advisories
The portion of Sylvan lake southwest of a line drawn from the northeastern most tip of the landfill pier in Sylvan Lake Provincial Park located at NW 33-38-1-W5M, due northwest to the point on the shoreline where the boundary between the town of Sylvan Lake and the Summer Village of Norglenwold meet the lake located at NE 32-38-1-W5M. Including all tributary streams are CLOSED from April 1 -to- June 30 & Nov 1 -to- Dec 10 .
Zone 2 - PP2
Disclaimer: Although we strive for accuracy in our content, the following rules and regulations should only be considered a reference. It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance with all current rules and regulations. We assume no responsibility or liability for any inaccurate, delayed or incomplete information. Official information can be found www.albertaregulations.ca or call Alberta Sustainable Resource Development information centre at (780)-944-0313.
General Regulations:
Lakes:
Opened April 1 -to- January 31
BAIT Allowed
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 5 - limit applies to All Trout species combined |
| Bull Trout | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Burbot | 2 |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all fish under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye | 3 (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Opened February 1 -to- March 31
BAIT Allowed
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 5 - limit applies to All Trout species combined |
| Bull Trout | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Burbot | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all fish under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye | 3 (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Streams:
Closed April 1 -to- May 14
Opened May 15 -to- January 31
Bait Allowed
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 2 - limit applies to All Trout species combined |
| Bull Trout | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Burbot | 2 |
| Goldeye | 10 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all fish under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye & Sauger | 3 - limit applies to Walleye & Sauger combined |
| Walleye | (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Opened February 1 -to- March 31
Bait Allowed
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 2 - limit applies to All Trout species combined |
| Bull Trout | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Burbot | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Goldeye | 10 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (all fish under 63cm must be released) |
| Walleye & Sauger | 3 - limit applies to Walleye & Sauger combined |
| Walleye | (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Fish & Wildlife District Office Numbers
If you are uncertain about any of the information regarding the rules and regulations for PP2, contact one of the district offices that are listed below.
- Camrose - (780)-679-1225
- Drumheller - (403)-823-1670
- Edmonton - (780)-427-3574
- Hanna - (403)-854-5540
- Oyen - (403)-664-3614
- Ponoka - (403)-783-7093
- Provost - (780)-753-2433
- Red Deer - (403)-340-5142
- Stettler - (403)-742-7510
- Stony Plain - (780)-960-8190
- Vegreville - (780)-632-5410
- Vermilion - (780)-853-8137
- Wetaskiwin - (780)-361-1250
Stock Report
The Alberta government stocks various bodies of water throughout the province. This helps maintain fish populations and provides better, more diverse fishing opportunities, and in some cases, establish new populations. For a full report on all stocked bodies of visit mywildalberta.com
| Year | Month | Fish Species | # of Fish Stocked | Average Length |
| Stock reports are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | ||||
| 2008 | July | Walleye | 59,000 | 4cm |
| 2008 | July | Walleye | 82,200 | 5cm |
| 2007 | July | Walleye | 161,200 | 4cm |
| 2007 | July | Walleye | 237,200 | 5cm |
| 2006 | July | Walleye | 425,300 | 4cm |
Location Map
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5 Day Weather Report
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