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Maqua Lake Provincial Recreation Area

maqua lake

Alberta Parks
Alberta · reservable

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 191 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
4.6h · 344 km
drive from calgary
8.3h · 620 km
drive from vancouver
14.9h · 1117 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 maqua lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about maqua lake

how far is maqua lake from edmonton?
Maqua Lake Provincial Recreation Area is 344 km from Edmonton — approximately a 4.6-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at maqua lake?
Yes. Maqua Lake 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 maqua lake?
Peak season at Maqua Lake Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of maqua lake.

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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