Spray Lakes Reservoir is a popular fishing spot located along Highway 742 (Smith Dorrien Trail) in Kananaskis Country about 32 km from Canmore and 132 km from Calgary.
Winter ice fishing is very popular on Spray Lakes and it gets pretty busy on the weekends.
Where is Spray Lakes Reservoir?
Spray Lakes Reservoir is located 132 km from Calgary and it takes around 2 hours to get there.
Please keep in mind that is Smith Dorrien Trail is not paved and can get dusty in the summer.
Spray Lakes Fishing Spots
There are many spots where you can fish at Spray Lakes but the most popular ones are located near Driftwood, Sparrowhawk, and Spray Lakes day-use areas.
Spray Lakes Fishing Tips
The most common fish species in Spray Lakes are Lake Trout and Mountain Whitefish.
You will usually find Lakers in deeper areas of the lake (below 20 m) while Whitefish is usually found closer to the shore (3-5 m).
Most anglers use smelts to catch Lakers and wireworms and nymphs for Whitefish.
Spray Lakes Reservoir is known for strong winds so come prepared and bring your tent when ice fishing.
This is not the easiest lake to fish but the scenery around the lake is breathtaking.
Spray Lakes Fishing Regulations
- 5 Trout but only 3 can be Lake Trout
- 5 Mountain Whitefish over 30 cm.
Bait except for bait fish is allowed
Open all year
Check Alberta Fishing Regulations for up-to date rules.