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Alberta Parks

Effective Date: June 5, 2026

Where: Area A Group Use , Area B Group Use , Area C Group Use , Carson-Pegasus Campground , Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park , Little McLeod Lake Day Use , McLeod Lake Day Use

Details: Visitors are reminded to keep an attractant free site when visiting the park to reduce the risk of bear encounters. 

Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:

  • Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
  • Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs.
  • Keep your pet on a leash.
  • Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it.
  • Secure attractants like food, garbage, pet food and any scented items in hard sided vehicles or bear proof lockers.
  • Learn more about bear safety.

Report sightings and incidents to 310-LAND (5263).

Updated: September 4, 2026 

Effective Date: September 11, 2026

Where: Carson Cove Store VisitorCentre , Carson-Pegasus Campground

Details: The Campground Booth's last day of operation is Friday, September 11. Carson Cove Store’s last day of operation is Sunday, September 13.

Effective Date: September 8, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Carson Cove Store VisitorCentre , Carson-Pegasus Campground

Details: Campground Loops A, B and C will close for the season on Wednesday, September 9. Campground Loops D, E and F will close for the season on Monday, September 14. Campground Loops G and H will move to first-come, first-served on Monday, September 14 for the winter camping season. Power will remain on for the winter. Please bring your own water and firewood. Payment by cash and cheque can be made at the self-reg vault located just past the Seawall Parking Lot, at top of hill from the beach. Power sites are $30 and Walk-in Tenting sites without power are $22.

Effective Date: September 8, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park

Details: The water system will be shut down September 14, or earlier if the temperatures dip below freezing. The shower houses, campground water taps, and the sani-dump station will not be available. Please bring your own water.

Seasonal Hours

May 14 - May 31

Jun 1 - Aug 3

Aug 4 - Aug 31

Sep 1 - Sep 13
Monday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 10am-8pm 11:30am -7:30pm
Tuesday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 10am-8pm 11:30am -7:30pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 10am-8pm 11:30am -7:30pm
Thursday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 10am-8pm 11:30am -7:30pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 9am-9pm 10am-8pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm 9:00 am - 9:00 pm 9am-9pm 9am-8pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm 9:00 am - 9:00 pm 9am-9pm 9am-8pm
Closed for staff's breaks Monday-Thursday for 1 hour

Amenities

Information

  • Carson Cove Store is located on the peninsula by the main boat launch and day use area
  • Campground registration booth is open Friday to Sunday and closed Monday-Thursday. Please check in a Carson Cove store.
  • Maps and information available
  • Check out our seawall on McLeod Lake
  • Sign out a family adventure backpack filled with fun nature activities (available by donation)
  • Grocery items
  • Coffee, beverages, & snacks
  • Ice cream
  • Camping supplies
  • Bait and tackle
  • Firewood and ice
  • Games, toys, & more…
Updated: Aug 27, 2026
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