About this lake
Split Lake sits on the Nelson River in northeastern Manitoba. Fishbrain's lake profile lists walleye, northern pike, and sauger among its species. The Nelson River system's current and structure make it productive multi-species water.
🏆 Trophy catches
The biggest documented fish caught here, from the Manitoba Master Angler record book.
31″ Burbot
James J. Hickey · October 26, 2000
78.7 cm
31″ Burbot
James J. Hickey · October 26, 2000
78.7 cm
Source: Manitoba Master Angler record book (anglers.travelmanitoba.com)
Where it is
📍 Split Lake · Northern
2026 Manitoba Anglers' Guide
Fishing regulations
North Central Division (best match — confirm in the guide)
No waterbody-specific rules listed — general North Central Division limits apply.
Walleye (Pickerel) & Sauger (either or combined)
- Limit
- 4
- Size
- None may exceed 55 cm
- Season
- Southern Division: closed April 6, 2026 to May 8, 2026; open May 9, 2026 to April 4, 2027. Northwest Division: closed May 1 to May 15, 2026; open May 16, 2026 to April 30, 2027. North Central Division: closed May 1 to May 15, 2026; open May 16, 2026 to April 30, 2027. Northeast Division: generally open all year (waterbody-specific closures apply). Lake Winnipeg: walleye/sauger closed April 6 to May 15, 2026.
Northern Pike (Jackfish)
- Limit
- 4
- Size
- None may exceed 75 cm
- Season
- Open year-round (all divisions; waterbody-specific closures apply)
Source: 2026 Manitoba Anglers' Guide (gov.mb.ca/nrnd/fish-wildlife/pubs/fish_wildlife/fish/angling-guide.pdf), Waterbody Specific Regulations pp. 18-23. Summaries only — confirm in the official guide.