Wapiti River

Wapiti River is a mainstem stream in northwest Alberta near Grande Prairie; this entry covers the mainstem and its tributaries. Fishing is generally open June 1 to Oct 31 (some records show an alternative open period of Sept 1 to Oct 31) and a bait ban applies. Trout retention is prohibited (0 trout); walleye are limited to 3 fish over 50 cm, northern pike 3 fish over 63 cm, and mountain whitefish rules vary between no retention and a limit of 5 fish over 30 cm depending on the specific regulation.