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Fish Creek Provincial Park

fish creek

Alberta Parks
Alberta · reservable

what to expect

Provincial Park. 1359 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
0.2h · 14 km
drive from edmonton
3.9h · 295 km
drive from vancouver
9h · 672 km

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hotel nearby
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hotels and inns near fish creek 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 fish creek. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about fish creek

how far is fish creek from calgary?
Fish Creek Provincial Park is 14 km from Calgary — approximately a 0.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at fish creek?
Yes. Fish Creek Provincial Park is operated by Alberta Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at fish creek?
Peak season at Fish Creek Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of fish creek.

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

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