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Paddle River Dam Provincial Recreation Area

paddle river dam

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 71 hectares.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from edmonton
1.5h · 110 km
drive from calgary
4.3h · 324 km
drive from vancouver
10.1h · 756 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 paddle river dam. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about paddle river dam

can dogs camp at paddle river dam?
Yes. Paddle River Dam Provincial Recreation Area allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does paddle river dam have electric hookups?
No. Paddle River Dam Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is paddle river dam from edmonton?
Paddle River Dam Provincial Recreation Area is 110 km from Edmonton — approximately a 1.5-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at paddle river dam?
Peak season at Paddle River Dam Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of paddle river dam.

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

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