Fisheries Management

Welcome to the new Southeast Regional Fisheries Management Website!

The Southeast region is composed of three distinct management areas that correspond to the major watersheds: The Red Deer River, The Bow River and the Oldman/South Saskatchewan Rivers:

Map of Alberta showing the three management areas in the prairies

Red Deer Area - This area is about 7900 sq km, extending from the southern edge of Edmonton to the northern edge of Calgary. Major waterbodies include the Red Deer River, Battle River, Pigeon Lake, and Buck Lake. The area office is centrally located in Red Deer.

Calgary/Brooks Area - At approximately 2500 sq km, the Calgary/Brooks management area includes the Lower Bow River, Lake Newell, and Crawling Valley Reservior. There are two offices within this area located in Calgary and Brooks.

Lethbridge Area - Out of the Lethbridge office, this area encompasses approximately 4400 sq km and includes the lower Oldman and South Saskatchewan Rivers, as well as numerous reservoirs such as Ridge, St Mary's Reservior.

Make sure to check back often! Our site is always evolving!