Queen Elizabeth Provincial Park Campground
The spot
About this campsite
Queen Elizabeth Provincial Park (formerly Lac Cardinal Provincial Park) is located 10 km northwest of Grimshaw off Highway 35.
Situated along the eastern shore of Lac Cardinal, the campground features 56 power and unserviced campsites shaded by dense trembling aspen and spruce trees.
Lac Cardinal serves as a critical staging wetland for over 140 waterfowl species, with adjacent access to the Lac Cardinal Pioneer Village Museum.
What makes it worth the drive
- Lac Cardinal waterfowl viewing
- Shaded aspen campsites
- Pioneer Village Museum adjacent
- Hand kayak/canoe launch
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$30.00 CAD (Unserviced) - $38.00 CAD (Power)
Season
May 14 – October 12
Elevation
620 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Fire pits
On site
Waterfowl viewing blinds
On site
Hiking & biking trails
On site
Community reviews
Aug 2025
Very quiet, peaceful park near Grimshaw. Great birdwatching along Lac Cardinal and beautiful tree cover.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Queen Elizabeth Provincial Park Campground is unreliable.
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