Fish Lake Campground
The spot
About this campsite
Fish Lake Campground (Shunda Lake) is situated 7 km west of Nordegg along the David Thompson Highway corridor. Nestled in dense lodgepole pine and spruce forest, the park features over 100 campsites, including powered loops and unserviced lakeside stalls.
The lake is stocked regularly with rainbow and brook trout, making it a favorite for fly fishing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing. Electric motor boats are permitted, preserving a quiet water environment.
A scenic 4 km walking trail loops around the lake, connecting to historic coal mining trails and wilderness staging areas in the Bighorn Backcountry.
What makes it worth the drive
- Stocked trout fishing
- Electric motor paddling lake
- Lakeside trail loop
- 30A power hookups
- Proximity to Nordegg townsite
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$31.00 - $39.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – October 15
Elevation
1,360 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Fish cleaning station
On site
Fire pits
On site
Playground
On site
Community reviews
Jul 2025
Great power sites right near the water. Caught rainbow trout right from my kayak at sunrise!
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Fish Lake Campground is unreliable.
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