Tobin Lake holds the world ice-fishing record for walleye (18.3 lb, 2005) and is consistently ranked among the best walleye lakes on the planet.
Tobin Lake is a premier fishing destination in Saskatchewan. Here's what you need to know: what to catch, when to go, and how to maximize your time on the water.
Open-water walleye season mid-May–March. Ice fishing (January–March) is when the giants come — that's when the record was set.
Ice fishing: jigging spoons and live minnows in 15–25 feet. Summer: trolling crankbaits along the river channel. The slot limit protects big walleye — release anything over 55 cm.
World-record ice-fishing walleye. Tobin is a destination for trophy hunters.
Tobin Lake falls under Saskatchewan fishing regulations. Limits, seasons, and special rules may vary by zone — some waters have reduced limits, slot limits, or catch-and-release-only designations. Always confirm the exact rules for the zone you're fishing before you keep a fish.
👉 See the full Saskatchewan fishing regulations guide — or carry every zone's rules offline in the TrueNorthAngler app.
Yes — anyone 18–64 needs a Saskatchewan recreational fishing licence. See our full guide: Canadian fishing licences explained. The TrueNorthAngler app stores your licence digitally so you'll never be caught without it.
Regulations, forecasts, and maps for Tobin Lake — offline and in your pocket. Free for the 2026 season.