Your fishing in Alberta Guide

View of the beach and deck area on Halls Lake

Alberta offers some of the world's best freshwater fishing. Our crystal clear waters boast a variety of species to test your skills. Lake Trout, Rainbow, and Bull Trout, Walleye, Northern Pike, and Perch are a few of the many varieties that frequent our waters.

Explore back country trails, unspoiled wilderness, pristine lakes, and wide open spaces during your outdoor adventure vacations in Alberta's north, the plains or the foorhills of the rockies.

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 Alberta, excitement and anticipation are part of every fishing experience. Surrounded by sweeping clear-blue skies and pristine wilderness, anglers can test their skills, savour a shore lunch and return home with a handsome catch.

A selection of great Alberta fishing info is available for your trip preparation.

Fishing in Alberta can be as close or as far as your imagination takes you. Access is by automobile, float plane, boat-in or paddle your canoe. You can rough it or be pampered in the lap of luxury as you enjoy all that Alberta has to offer and make your dreams of a fishing adventure come true. From the most luxurious accommodation to the most rustic outposts or camp and various 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 Alberta and make for easy release of fish and minimize injury. The province of Alberta 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.

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