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Franchere Bay Provincial Recreation Area

franchere bay

Alberta Parks
Alberta · reservable

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 19 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
2.4h · 181 km
drive from calgary
5.5h · 412 km
drive from vancouver
13.3h · 998 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 franchere bay. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about franchere bay

how far is franchere bay from edmonton?
Franchere Bay Provincial Recreation Area is 181 km from Edmonton — approximately a 2.4-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at franchere bay?
Yes. Franchere Bay Provincial Recreation Area 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 franchere bay?
Peak season at Franchere Bay Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of franchere bay.

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

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Provincial parks rely on volunteer stewards for trail maintenance, beach clean-ups, and shoulder-season hosting. Most parks run programs through their park association.

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