Permits & Licensing
Fishing Regulations on Lake Wabamun
2018/2019 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- 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 | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Northern Pike | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Walleye | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
| Yellow Perch | 0 - Catch & Release ONLY |
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:
Open April 1st -to- January 31st 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 |
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 | ||||
| 2014 | June | Walleye | 5,211,043 | 1cm |
| 2013 | June | Walleye | 500 | 21cm |
| 2013 | May | Walleye | 23 | 43cm |
| 2012 | July | Walleye | 36,000 | 5cm |
| 2012 | July | Walleye | 12,200 | 6cm |
| 2012 | June | Walleye | 6,446,000 | 1cm |
| 2012 | June | Walleye | 570 | 40cm |
| 2012 | June | Walleye | 560 | 58cm |
Alberta Fishing Licenses & Tags
Alberta fishing licenses and Alberta WIN cards are required weather you are keeping your fish or not. You can purchase and renew both online at www.albertarelm.com or at select retail stores. Costs vary depending on age and residency.
A special walleye licence tag is required for some bodies of water and is only available to Alberta residents. Find up-to date information at www.albertarelm.com.
National Parks Fishing License
Fishing in any national park requires a national parks fishing license, which can be purchase at the park's information centre. Find more information on Banff, Jasper, Waterton Lakes and Wood Buffalo national parks licenses at www.pc.ca
| License Holder | Cost | Special Walleye License 3 |
| Non-Resident of Canada | ||
| Ages 16 & older | ||
| Annual | $85.00 | Not available |
| Limited 7 days | $55.00 | Not available |
| Limited 1 day | $26.63 | Not available |
| Ages 16 & younger | FREE - No License Required | Not available |
| Indigenous Peoples | FREE - No License Required | No License Required |
1.) Alberta Resident - is a person who has Canadian citizenship, or has lived in Canada for last 12 months and has their primary place of residence in Alberta. Make purchase at retial outlet or online at www.albertarelm.com.
2.) Canadian Resident - is a person who has Canadian citizenship, or has lived in Canada for last 12 months and has their primary place of residence is in Canada. Make purchase at retial outlet or online at www.albertarelm.com.
3.) Special Walleye License - is required for specified lakes, and is only available to Alberta residents on a draw basis. Draw applications can be purchased online at www.albertarelm.com, or at licence issuers or 1-900-451-3474 (charges apply at $3.25 for the first minute and $1.15 for every additional minute)
Alberta Fishing Records
The following table lists the most recent Alberta fishing records. These records are managed and provided by the Alberta Fish & Game Association.
| Fish Species | Weight | Lake | Year |
| Brook Trout | 12lb 14.3oz | Maligne Lake | 1984 |
| Brown Trout | 21lb 14.2oz | Waterton Reservoir | 2012 |
| Bull Trout | 17lb 15oz | Lower Kananaskis | 1947 |
| Cutthroat Trout | 9lb 9oz | Castle River | 1988 |
| Golden Trout | 4lb 6.5oz | Southfork Lakes | 1965 |
| Lake Trout | 52lb 8oz | Cold Lake | 1929 |
| Rainbow Trout | 20lb 4oz | Maligne Lake | 1980 |
| Arctic Grayling | 2lb 15.5oz | n/a | 1973 |
| Goldeye | 4lb 2oz | Battle River Dam | 1974 |
| Mooneye | 1lb 2.5oz | North Sask. River | 1992 |
| Lake Whitefish | 11lb 10.1oz | Buck Lake | 1998 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 5lb 10.5oz | Gap Lake | 1991 |
| Burbot | 18lb 11.6oz | Marie Lake | 2004 |
| Lake Sturgeon | 105lb | South Sask. River | 1981 |
| Northern Pike | 38lb | Keho Lake | 1983 |
| Sauger | 6lb 2.6oz | Milk River | 1992 |
| Walleye | 15lb 8oz | Pembina River | 2000 |
| Yellow Perch | 2lb 15.5oz | Island Lake | 1982 |