Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park

samuel de champlain

Ontario Parks
Ontario · reservable

what to expect

All campsites at Babawasse Campground have electrical service. A small comfort station provides flush toilets, showers and laundry facilities and is centrally located. Playground equipment is offered at the small private camper’s beach. The name “Babwasee” finds its roots in the Ojibway language meaning “a lake is seen through the woods”.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from edmonton
34.4h · 2577 km
drive from calgary
34.8h · 2612 km
drive from vancouver
43.7h · 3275 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 samuel de champlain. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about samuel de champlain

can dogs camp at samuel de champlain?
Yes. Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does samuel de champlain have electric hookups?
No. Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is samuel de champlain from edmonton?
Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park is 2577 km from Edmonton — approximately a 34.4-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at samuel de champlain?
Yes. Samuel de Champlain 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 samuel de champlain?
Peak season at Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of samuel de champlain.

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

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