Arrow Lake Provincial Park

arrow lake

Ontario Parks
Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Arrow Lake offers day use opportunities such as boating, fishing, and swimming with rustic tent and car camping on 40 campsites. Of these, 30 campsites are seasonally leased and 10 are available for reservations. There is no electricity or running water available at this park.

the basics

drive from edmonton
23.1h · 1729 km
drive from calgary
23.2h · 1739 km
drive from vancouver
32h · 2397 km

stay options nearby

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private campgrounds
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hotel nearby
not camping after all?

hotels and inns near arrow lake when plans change.

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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.

what to bring

this list adapts to arrow lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about arrow lake

how far is arrow lake from edmonton?
Arrow Lake Provincial Park is 1729 km from Edmonton — approximately a 23.1-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at arrow lake?
Yes. Arrow Lake Provincial Park is operated by Ontario Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at arrow lake?
Peak season at Arrow Lake Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of arrow lake.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from ontario parks + open sources

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