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Tay River Provincial Recreation Area

tay river

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 2 hectares.

the basics

flush toilets
drive from calgary
1.8h · 132 km
drive from edmonton
2.7h · 199 km
drive from vancouver
8.6h · 643 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 tay river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about tay river

does tay river have electric hookups?
No. Tay River Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is tay river from calgary?
Tay River Provincial Recreation Area is 132 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.8-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at tay river?
Peak season at Tay River Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of tay river.

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

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