Lake of the Day: Davin Lake

Davin Lake is known for its large pike and walleye fishing. While not that deep, Davin Lake is complex, with an exceptional number of bays, islands, inlets and shoals. The pike habitat here is fantastic, with reports from iFish Saskatchewan indicating that the pike are often in the 20-plus pound range. Make sure you bring heavy gear and backup equipment. These feisty fish can make short work of light lines and will often target anything that moves. Lures that resemble baitfish are a good choice. Walleye are somewhat more fussy and will often be harder to catch during the times when pike are most active. Walleye tend to be more active in the evenings and even later into the night. Early mornings are also effective times to go after walleye. For the best fishing, hiring a guide is a really good idea, particularly for a lake such as Davin, where there is so much to cover. A guide can make your time most productive. LAKE ACCESS From Prince Albert, follow Highway 2/102 north for 431 km. At Highway 905, branch off to the left and follow Highway 905 for another 68 km. Davin Lake Lodge is a full-service location with guides, boat rentals, and accommodations. Contact Irv and Diana at 306-874-5558 (office), 403-774-4058 (camp), or by email [email protected]. Visit their website: davinlakelodge.com.