South Steeprock Lake

South Steeprock Lake is 470 hectares with a maximum depth of 6.0 meters. Northern pike are the targetable fish species present. South Steeprock is a stunning backcountry waterbody with multiple islands, bays and inlets. The lake is most commonly fished during winter and is known to produce trophy pike.

**Due to the nature of difficulty regarding access on backcountry lakes, launch access areas are restricted to small watercraft only.

Access

Located 70.7 km from Swan River, MB off of PR #365 in the Porcupine Mountain Provincial Forest. The distance from the canoe/snowmobile route trailhead to South Steeprock Lake is 6.1 km. The lake is typically accessible by canoe in the summer or by snowmobile in the winter months. The snowmobile and/or portage routes are not maintained, and therefore fallen trees may complicate passage. Additionally, anglers can access the lake via the Vini Lake access. The trail is approximately 7 km starting from the Vini Lake trailhead and crosses Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation land. Users are advised to contact the lands manager for permission to cross land.