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Petroglyphs Provincial Park

petroglyphs

Ontario Parks
Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Amenities:

  • Largest known concentration of rock carvings (Petroglyphs) in Canada
  • One of very few accessible Meromictic Lakes
  • Visitor Centre highlighting the culture of the Nishnaabeg and the spiritual background of the Petroglyphs site
  • Two picnic areas
  • Three hiking trails
  • One small picnic shelter
Please note that Petroglyphs is closed Mondays and Tuesdays during spring and fall except for holiday Mondays. Please call to confirm park is open for Mondays and Tuesdays in May, June, September, and October.

Last vehicle entry into the park is 4 p.m. No vehicles may enter after this time. All vehicles must exit the park at 5 p.m.

Out of respect for the significant ceremonial and spiritual nature of th…

the basics

drive from edmonton
36.4h · 2731 km
drive from calgary
36.7h · 2752 km
drive from vancouver
45.4h · 3408 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 petroglyphs. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about petroglyphs

how far is petroglyphs from edmonton?
Petroglyphs Provincial Park is 2731 km from Edmonton — approximately a 36.4-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at petroglyphs?
Yes. Petroglyphs Provincial Park is operated by Ontario Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at petroglyphs?
Peak season at Petroglyphs Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of petroglyphs.

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

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