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Silent Lake Provincial Park

silent lake

Ontario Parks
Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Silent Lake offers year-round camping and day use. The park has two campgrounds, Granite Ridge and Pincer Bay, with electrical and non-electrical campsites. For a quieter experience, there are three loops of walk-in campsites. In winter, Granite Ridge offers two loops of plowed electrical sites, and both campgrounds offer non-electrical, walk-in sites.

Silent Lake also offers four-season roofed accommodations. The Six Point Camp Cabins are located away from the main campground with easy access to the lake and are close to a four-season comfort station. Yurts are found in both campgrounds with electrical and non-electrical options.

For day use, enjoy any of the three hiking trails, varying in length and difficulty. There is also mountain biking, fishing, and paddling. Visitors can …

the basics

drive from edmonton
36.2h · 2712 km
drive from calgary
36.5h · 2736 km
drive from vancouver
45.2h · 3393 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 silent lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about silent lake

how far is silent lake from edmonton?
Silent Lake Provincial Park is 2712 km from Edmonton — approximately a 36.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at silent lake?
Yes. Silent Lake 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 silent lake?
Peak season at Silent Lake Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of silent lake.

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

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