Effective Date: October 13, 2026
Where: Chain Lakes Day Use , Chain Lakes Campground , Chain Lakes Provincial Recreation Area
Details: Chain Lakes Provincial Recreation Area in northern Alberta will be closed for the winter on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. We look forward to seeing you again next year!
Chain Lakes Campground offers 21 nicely treed, unserviced front-country campsites with firepits, pit toilets and no shower building. There is a picnic shelter for those rainy days. The nearest town, Athabasca, is a 40-minute drive away and offers a full range of supplies and services.
Note: Chain Lakes Provincial Recreation Area is located near Athabasca, in northern Alberta, where as Chain Lakes Provincial Park is located along Highway 22 in southern Alberta.
| Site Type | Campsites | Power | $/Night | Reservable Dates | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unserviced | 21 | - | $25 | - | Seasonal Closure |
Firewood is not available. Help stop the spread of forest pests, Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer. Plan to bring or buy firewood locally to burn on site.
WaterPlease bring your own water. Water from the hand pump/tap is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.
Boat Launch
Firepits
Fish Cleaning Stations
Pit/Vault Toilets
Water - Pump