Step out onto the frozen lake and experience winter in a whole new way.

Turtle Tours brings a warm, welcoming ice fishing experience to FortWhyte Alive, where heated tents, crackling fires, and open skies create the perfect setting to slow down and enjoy the season.

Whether you’re trying ice fishing for the first time or returning for another adventure, this experience invites you to relax, connect, and take in the beauty of winter from the heart of the lake. For those who want to learn more, Turtle Tours also offers a Learn to Ice Fish program, which provides hands-on instruction and traditional knowledge shared by an Indigenous guide.

It’s a chance to enjoy winter at an easy pace where it’s cozy, memorable, and made for everyone.

Registration must be completed through Turtle Tours.

A fishing license is not required to fish at FortWhyte Alive.

All fishing at FortWhyte Alive is catch and release.

Basic ice fishing equipment is provided.

Admission to FortWhyte is included with the registration fee.

The suggested entrance to FortWhyte Alive for this program is through the Alloway Reception Centre at 1961 McCreary Rd. The hot tents are located on Lake Devonian.

Costs vary depending on desired registrations.

When you book a rental through Turtle Tours, your admission is included.

FortWhyte Alive member discounts do not apply to this experience.