gleniffer reservoir

gleniffer reservoir

Alberta Parks
Alberta · reservable

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 138 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
1.5h · 110 km
drive from edmonton
2.4h · 178 km
drive from vancouver
9.2h · 693 km

stay options nearby

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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 gleniffer reservoir. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about gleniffer reservoir

how far is gleniffer reservoir from calgary?
Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area is 110 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.5-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at gleniffer reservoir?
Yes. Gleniffer Reservoir 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 gleniffer reservoir?
Peak season at Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of gleniffer reservoir.

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

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