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Paddle River Natural Area

paddle river

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Natural Area. 64 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
1.6h · 123 km
drive from calgary
4.3h · 320 km
drive from vancouver
9.9h · 739 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 paddle river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about paddle river

how far is paddle river from edmonton?
Paddle River Natural Area is 123 km from Edmonton — approximately a 1.6-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at paddle river?
Peak season at Paddle River Natural Area aligns with swimmable months — Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of paddle river.

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

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