gooseberry lake
Alberta Parks Alberta · reservable
what to expect
Provincial Park. 65 hectares.
the basics
drive from edmonton
3.2h · 243 km
drive from calgary
3.4h · 258 km
drive from vancouver
12.3h · 925 km
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 gooseberry lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;
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common questions about gooseberry lake
- how far is gooseberry lake from edmonton?
- Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park is 243 km from Edmonton — approximately a 3.2-hour drive on highway routes.
- do you need reservations at gooseberry lake?
- Yes. Gooseberry Lake 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 gooseberry lake?
- Peak season at Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.
nearby places
within ~100 km of gooseberry lake.
check operator
Antelope Hill
Alberta Parks check operator
want to camp at gooseberry lake?
Cancellation alerts are coming. We’ll email when sites open up at this park.
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