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Ole's Lake Provincial Recreation Area

ole's lake

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 81 hectares.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from edmonton
6.8h · 512 km
drive from calgary
9.3h · 700 km
drive from vancouver
10.8h · 811 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.
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 ole's lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about ole's lake

can dogs camp at ole's lake?
Yes. Ole's Lake Provincial Recreation Area allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does ole's lake have electric hookups?
No. Ole's Lake Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is ole's lake from edmonton?
Ole's Lake Provincial Recreation Area is 512 km from Edmonton — approximately a 6.8-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at ole's lake?
Peak season at Ole's Lake Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of ole's lake.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from alberta parks + open sources

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