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North Fork Provincial Recreation Area

north fork

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 17 hectares.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from calgary
0.6h · 46 km
drive from edmonton
4.2h · 319 km
drive from vancouver
8.5h · 634 km

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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.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to north fork. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about north fork

can dogs camp at north fork?
Yes. North Fork Provincial Recreation Area allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does north fork have electric hookups?
No. North Fork Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is north fork from calgary?
North Fork Provincial Recreation Area is 46 km from Calgary — approximately a 0.6-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at north fork?
Peak season at North Fork Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of north fork.

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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