Big Hill Springs Provincial Park

big hill springs

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Park. 32 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
0.4h · 32 km
drive from edmonton
3.5h · 262 km
drive from vancouver
8.8h · 658 km

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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 big hill springs. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about big hill springs

how far is big hill springs from calgary?
Big Hill Springs Provincial Park is 32 km from Calgary — approximately a 0.4-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at big hill springs?
Peak season at Big Hill Springs Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of big hill springs.

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

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