Lakes
The MD of Opportunity is proud to have eight large pristine lakes complete with road access and boat launches including:
 |
North Wabasca Lake
South Wabasca Lake
Sandy Lake
Calling Lake
Graham (Trout) Lake
Chipewyan Lake
Peerless Lake
Rock Island Lake
These lakes, in the heart of the northern wilderness, are surrounded by boreal forests with little development, providing a serene atmosphere. Pelicans, blue herons, and bald eagles are just some of the majestic animals that inhabit the area.
Whether you’re baiting you hook from a boat, casting from shore, or sitting cozy in an ice shack, fishing is a popular activity on all the lakes.
The following fish are commonly found in our water bodies: northern pike, walleye, perch, lake trout, Lake Whitefish, mountain whitefish, and burbot.
North Wabasca Lake is located a few kilometers northwest of the community of Wabasca. It has a surface area of 99 km2 and an average depth of 10meters. A campground and beach are situated on the eastern shore. Eagles, which nest along Eagle Point, can be seen flying overhead practically every day. Beaches accessible by boat only are on the western shore.
 |
South Wabasca Lake is located in the heart of Wabasca. The lake is shallow with most of the lake only reaching a depth of 2 metres with a surface area of 61km2. This lake is perfect for kayaking or canoeing, as there are beautiful views around every bend. A couple beaches make for relaxing stops along the way. Reeds along the shore are home to hundreds of waterfowl.
 |
 |
Sandy Lake is located 30 km south of the community of Wabasca along HWY 813. Many American white pelicans and white-headed gulls can be seen on the water. A beach on the western shore is road accessible.
 |
Calling Lake is located 60 km north of Athabasca along HWY 813. The lake’s outflow is the Calling River to the Athabasca River, making for great kayaking or canoeing. It has a surface area of 138km2 with its deepest point being 18meters. Three beaches are located along the eastern shore, easily accessible by road. Calling Lake supports many activities including sailing, water skiing and windsurfing.
 |
Graham Lake is located approximately 80km east of Red Earth Creek along Secondary HWY 686 (gravel). The community of Trout Lake is situated at the south end of the lake. It has a surface area of 17km2 and an average depth of 8m, with its deepest point being 14.6m. A camping area is located at the boat launch.
 |
|
Chipewyan Lake is located 65 km north of Wabasca on a gravel road. The community of Chipewyan Lake is situated on the south shore.
 |
Peerless Lake is located approximately 65 km east of Red Earth Creek along Secondary HWY 686 (gravel). With an average depth of 14.6 metres and 35metres at its deepest, Peerless Lake is ideal for trout fishing. A rustic campground is situated on the eastern shore.
 |
Rock Island Lake is situated 20km north of Calling Lake along HWY 813 with Tanasiuk Recreation Area and Campground located on the western shore. The lake is easily accessible from its western shore. It has a surface area of 18km2 with an average depth of 6 metres. A sand beach is on the northern shore, accessible by boat only. For an aerial map of the lake, click here
 |
 |
Main menu
Follow us:
Staff Log-In
User login
