Jackfish Lake is a lake in Parkland County, Alberta. The lake is named after the northern pike found in the lake, often locally called a jackfish. Parkland County operates the Jackfish Lake Recreation Area and Boat Launch located just off of Highway 770 at Township Road 522. It features a boat launch for motorized boats, beach area for swimming, fishing, …Jackfish Lake is a lake in Parkland County, Alberta. The lake is named after the northern pike found in the lake, often locally called a jackfish. Parkland County operates the Jackfish Lake Recreation Area and Boat Launch located just off of Highway 770 at Township Road 522. It features a boat launch for motorized boats, beach area for swimming, fishing, and a picnic area. The park is open in the winter months for ice fishing.