Cold Lake Provincial Park Campground
The spot
About this campsite
Cold Lake Provincial Park protects a massive pristine boreal peninsula on the eastern shore of Cold Lake, one of Alberta's deepest lakes.
Features over 110 sites with options ranging from unserviced tent stalls to power and water hookups, surrounded by old-growth mixedwood forest.
Renowned for trophy lake trout and walleye fishing, birdwatching in French Bay, and sprawling white sand beaches along the clear northern waters.
What makes it worth the drive
- Deepwater lake trout fishing
- French Bay shoreline
- Pristine sandy beaches
- Birdwatching sanctuary
- Power & water sites
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$32.00 - $48.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – October 12
Elevation
540 m
Potable water
Available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Available
Boat launch
Available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Available
Sani-dump
Available
Playground
On site
Interpretive trails
On site
Community reviews
Aug 2025
Cold Lake water is crystal clear! Amazing sites nestled in thick forest with easy access to French Bay boat launch.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Cold Lake Provincial Park Campground is unreliable.
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