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Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks inside Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area
Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area · Alberta

what to expect

Situated in a mature boreal forest, this Provincial Recreation Area offers access to the clear waters of Musreau Lake and an immersive woodland camping experience. As a local hotspot, this Recreation Area is a popular location to enjoy the outdoors and soak in the summer rays. Embrace the outdoors by exploring the forested trails, wading into the lake from the sandy beach, paddling along the shoreline, or launching a boat for a day out on the water The industrial gravel road leading to the park is often rough. Proceed with caution.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

At the campground
Drinking waterFirewoodFire pitsPicnic shelter
Recreation
BeachBoat launch
Access & policies
Pets allowed

find more: campgrounds with beaches near here → ·campgrounds with pet-friendly sites near here →

Drive from Edmonton
353 km
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Drive from Calgary
495 km
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the campsites

Total sites
69
Group sites
yes
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area.

HikingSwimmingBeachCanoeing & kayakingBoatingCyclingWildlife viewing

things to do nearby

Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.

what's around

Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area plus 2 named places to see and do nearby — trails, beaches, viewpoints, water, and 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.
Drinking Water Advisory: Potable water not available
Alberta Parks has this advisory posted for the park. Effective May 14, 2026 - Until Further Notice. Affects: Musreau Lake Campground, Musreau Lake Group Use, Musreau Lake Provincial Recreation Area. 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 →

other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km.

Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places. Neighbourhood joins 5 named anchors.