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bigelow reservoir

bigelow reservoir

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 13 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
1.4h · 103 km
drive from edmonton
2.5h · 184 km
drive from vancouver
9.9h · 740 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 bigelow reservoir. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about bigelow reservoir

how far is bigelow reservoir from calgary?
Bigelow Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area is 103 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.4-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at bigelow reservoir?
Peak season at Bigelow Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of bigelow reservoir.

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

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