phyllis lake

phyllis lake

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 109 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
1.8h · 133 km
drive from edmonton
2.5h · 189 km
drive from vancouver
8.7h · 654 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 phyllis lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about phyllis lake

how far is phyllis lake from calgary?
Phyllis Lake Provincial Recreation Area is 133 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.8-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at phyllis lake?
Peak season at Phyllis Lake Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of phyllis lake.

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

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