The Peace region is known for its abundance of lakes and rivers, so of course locals and visitors like to go ice fishing once winter sets in!
Twin Lakes Provincial Park
Located 62 kilometers North of Manning, Twin Lakes is stocked with trout and has a fish cleaning station on site!
Figure Eight Lake Provincial Park
Located 45 kilometers west of Peace River, Figure Eight Lake is a popular ice fishing spot!
Ice Fishing Safety
While it may look solid, ice cover on lakes and rivers may be thinner than you think! Check out these safety tips from MyWildAlberta before you head out.
- Look for posted signage warning of thin or dangerous ice conditions, especially on lakes that have aeration.
Beware of ice near the inlet and outlet of streams and avoid ice near open water. Always be extra cautious on the river and stream ice. Ice can vary in thickness and strength from area to area because of temperature, water current, springs, snow cover, and time of year.
Never walk on ice that is less than 10 cm (4 in.) thick.
Do not drive on ice that is less than 30 cm (12 in.) thick.
When in doubt, don't do it.