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Pembina River Provincial Park

pembina river

Alberta Parks
Alberta · reservable

what to expect

Provincial Park. 176 hectares.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from edmonton
1.3h · 99 km
drive from calgary
3.9h · 292 km
drive from vancouver
9.9h · 740 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 pembina river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about pembina river

can dogs camp at pembina river?
Yes. Pembina River Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does pembina river have electric hookups?
No. Pembina River Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is pembina river from edmonton?
Pembina River Provincial Park is 99 km from Edmonton — approximately a 1.3-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at pembina river?
Yes. Pembina River Provincial Park is operated by Alberta Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at pembina river?
Peak season at Pembina River Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of pembina river.

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

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