Jan Lake is a community on the south-eastern shore of
Jan Lake on Doupe Bay in the north-eastern part of the
Canadian province
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of
Saskatchewan
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. The community has a Canadian Coast Guard wharf, provincial and private campgrounds, pubs, as well as many tourist lodges, which focus on fishing, camping, and private cabins. Access is from
Highway 135 and
Jan Lake Airport, which is located along Highway 135, near the intersection with
Highway 106.
Recreation
The community of Jan Lake is surrounded by Jan Lake Recreation Site (). This 5171-acre
provincial recreation site has a campground and access to four lakes, including Jan, Callaghan, Garner, and Phaneuf. The campground is operated by Jan Lake Trading Post and has both electric and non-electric campsites and access to the lake for swimming, boating, and fishing. Amenities include modern washrooms / showers, laundry facilities, and a convenience store.
Privately operated campgrounds, cabins, and
outfitter
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In North ...
s include Jan Lake Lodge, F.A.T.S. Camp, and Three Lakes Camp.
Game fish found in
Jan Lake include
walleye
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,
northern pike
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, and
yellow perch
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.
Fishing season is generally open from May to March.
See also
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List of communities in Saskatchewan
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Tourism in Saskatchewan
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Unincorporated communities in Saskatchewan