ES2North Saskatchewan River ((River only) from Bighorn Dam downstream to Hwy 22/39 (near Drayton Valley))
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.
OPENED April 1 -to- October 31
BAIT Allowed (maggots only) only from Aug. 16 - Oct. 31
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 2 - limit applies to All Trout species combined (except Bull Trout are Catch & Release ONLY) |
| Cutthroat Trout | (all under 35cm must be released) |
| Burbot | 10 |
| Goldeye | 10 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (no size restrictions) |
| Walleye | 3 (all under 50cm must be released) |
| Sauger | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
CLOSED November 1 -to- March 31
Related Waters
The following waters are connected to this location. You should be familiar with them prior to entering the area, in the event that you are fishing bodies of water that have different rules than the current location.
- Baptiste River - (River only)
- Bighorn River - (& tributaries - upstream of Crescent Falls)
- Brazeau River - ((River only) downstream of the Forestry Trunk Road to the North Saskatchewan)
- Clearwater River - ((River only) from the Forestry Trunk Road (bridge situated in 5-35-09-W5) downstream to the North Saskatchewan River)
- Ram River - (from headwaters downstream to Ram Falls & tributaries)
- Washout Creek - (& tributaries)
- Wolf (Rose) Creek - (& tributaries)
- North Saskatchewan River - ((River only) from Highway 22/39 (Drayton Valley) downstream to the Alberta/Saskatchewan border)
Zone 1 - ES2
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 All year
BAIT Allowed (except bait fish)
| 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 | 10 |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (no size restrictions) |
| Walleye | 3 (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Streams:
Closed November 1 -to- March 31
Opened April 1 -to- August 31
Bait Not 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 |
| Cutthroat Trout | (all fish under 35cm must be released) |
| Burbot | 10 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5 (all fish under 30cm must be released) |
| Northern Pike | 3 (no size restrictions) |
| Walleye | 3 (all fish under 50cm must be released) |
| Yellow Perch | 15 |
Opened September 1 -to- October 31
Bait Not Allowed
| Fish | Keep limit (size restrictions) |
| Rules & Regulations are from Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | |
| Trout | 0 - limit applies to All Trout species combined - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Burbot | 10 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Lake Whitefish | 10 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Northern Pike | 3 (no size restrictions) |
| Walleye | 3 (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 ES2, contact one of the district offices that are listed below.
- Cochrane - (403)-932-2388
- Nordegg - (403)-721-3965
- Rocky Mountain House - (403)-845-8230
- Sundre - (403)-638-3805
Location Map
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