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Recreation in Shell Lake



Fishing in the area

There are lots of fishing lakes within 15 kilometres of Shell Lake. Some are stocked with trout, while others have Walleye and Northern Pike. For more information on fishing in Saskatchewan, see The Saskatchewan Angler's Guide. Map of fishing

Lakes with Walleye and Northern Pike:

Lakes with Perch: Lakes with Whitefish: Lakes with Rainbow trout: Lakes with Splake: Lakes with Lake trout:

Camping in the area:

Big Shell Lake Campground

Located on the north end of Big Shell Lake. 10 sites/no hookups. Water available by hand pump. Outdoor toilets, barbeque stands, and firewood. For more information contact 306-427-4613.

Emerald Lake Regional Park

56 electric sites, 13 n/elec. Golfing, aquatic program, firewood, groceries/supplies, ice, pets allowed, picnic tables, shower house, telephone.

Memorial Lake Regional Park 427-2281

9 hole Golf course with grass greens. Golf course (427-2124)
Full service camping. Park gate (427-2281)
Red Cross Aquatic Program in July ( see Events) 427-2281

Village Campground - 427-2272

Full hook-ups. Pay at Park Gate. $10/night, $60/week, $375 seasonal

Other recreational services:

Bingo (Lion's Club) 427-4951

Bingos held at the Lions Hall every other Wednesday at 7:30. Contact Ed Ouellette, or any Lion's member.

Bronco Joe's Trail Riding 427-4912

Trail rides through the Shell River Hills. 2 hours, 4 hours, or overnight. For the adventurous spirit.

Carlton Trail Guest Ranch 427-4440

Homestead cabins and rustic meeting and dining lodge on Lake Savard, just north of Shell Lake. Open year round for meetings, conventions, and get-a-ways.

Mayo's Riding Service 427-4722

Trail ride to scenic lake site. Picnic lunches available. Located 2 miles east of Shell Lake on Hwy 3. By appointment.

Snagg's Putt for Parr 427-2047

Miniature golf, soft ice cream, sundaes, slush puppies. Call for more information. Owners: Lawrence and Carol Fusick

Ski Timber Ridge 469-4545; Fax: 469-2425

Located 5 km south of Big River off Hwy 55. 6 downhill ski runs, chalet, concession, rentals, ski and snowboard instruction. Season: December 1 to March 31. Snow making & professional grooming. In summer call 469-4968.

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by Rebecca Kennel