Peace River Provincial Recreation Area

peace river

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 5 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
5.1h · 384 km
drive from calgary
8.2h · 614 km
drive from vancouver
11.6h · 866 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.

what to bring

this list adapts to peace river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about peace river

how far is peace river from edmonton?
Peace River Provincial Recreation Area is 384 km from Edmonton — approximately a 5.1-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at peace river?
Peak season at Peace River Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of peace river.

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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