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Lake McGregor Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Lake McGregor Provincial Recreation Area

Lake McGregor Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Located at the northernmost part of Lake McGregor, this prairie gem offers riverside camping, swimming, boating recreation, and vast fishing opportunities. Wandering trails tell the story of the land when you study the countless grassland flowers and shrubs. Watch for the many kinds of birds including beautiful white pelicans that take advantage of this prairie oasis.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

At the campground
Drinking waterFirewoodFire pits
Recreation
PlaygroundBoat launch
Access & policies
Pets allowed

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Drive from Calgary
97 km
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Drive from Edmonton
334 km
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the campsites

Total sites
100
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at Lake McGregor Provincial Recreation Area.

SwimmingFishingCanoeing & kayakingBoatingCyclingWildlife viewing

water + services

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
Notice: Boat Launch - Underwater Hazard
Alberta Parks has this advisory posted for the park. Effective April 28, 2026. Affects: Lake McGregor Day Use, Boat Launch. Check the official advisory for the current status before you travel. Alberta Parks advisory →
First-come, first-served
No reservations taken or needed — show up, pick a vacant site, and self-register at the kiosk. Arrive early on summer weekends. See all first-come, first-served camping in Alberta →
When you can reserve
Reservable through Alberta Parks. Individual campsites open on a rolling 90-day window that advances daily at 9am MT (comfort camping and group sites: 180 days). Alberta Parks reservation details →

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Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places + trailerparkscanada. Neighbourhood joins 3 named anchors.