Clearwater Provincial Park - Pioneer Bay Campground

clearwater - pioneer bay

Manitoba Parks
Manitoba · reservable

what to expect

It is rare that you find an area such as this one. In Clearwater Lake, the water is so clear that you can see 11 metres to the bottom of the lake, not to mention seeing the trophy-size lake trout, northern pike and whitefish that live in it. Another exceptional feature of the park that can be explored are "the caves", huge slabs of rock have broken off the dolomite cliffs. These caves are tucked under the lush canopy of trees, mosses, shrubs and wildflowers. Within Clearwater Lake Provincial Park, a former forest reserve, is where Pioneer Bay Campground is located. The campsites will accommodate larger units. Recreational opportunities include fishing, swimming, boating and hiking.

Located in the Campground
Convenience store (snack bar at beach), dump station, firewood…

the basics

drive from edmonton
11h · 823 km
drive from calgary
12.6h · 943 km
drive from vancouver
21.4h · 1607 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 clearwater - pioneer bay. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about clearwater - pioneer bay

how far is clearwater - pioneer bay from edmonton?
Clearwater Provincial Park - Pioneer Bay Campground is 823 km from Edmonton — approximately a 11-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at clearwater - pioneer bay?
Yes. Clearwater Provincial Park - Pioneer Bay Campground is operated by Manitoba Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at clearwater - pioneer bay?
Peak season at Clearwater Provincial Park - Pioneer Bay Campground aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of clearwater - pioneer bay.

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

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