Crippsdale Natural Area

crippsdale

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Natural Area. 64 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
0.8h · 63 km
drive from calgary
4.6h · 344 km
drive from vancouver
11.5h · 863 km

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private campgrounds
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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 crippsdale. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about crippsdale

how far is crippsdale from edmonton?
Crippsdale Natural Area is 63 km from Edmonton — approximately a 0.8-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at crippsdale?
Peak season at Crippsdale Natural Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of crippsdale.

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

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