Flood recovery is ongoing in Kananaskis. Some trails, day use areas and backcountry campgrounds are impacted. Check Advisories before you travel. 

Franchere Bay Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks

Parks Research and Management

Information: 587-398-2235

 









Park Management

Classification Provincial Recreation Area
Legislation Provincial Parks Act
Park Size 28.85 Acres / 11.68 Ha
Legal Boundary O.C. 390/97
Administration / Information 587-398-2235
Regional Office North Regional Office
District Cold Lake
Natural Region Boreal Forest - Dry Mixedwood
Natural Region Description

Visitors to this recreation area enjoy camping in the jack pine forest, fishing, swimming, boating and water-skiing. Weather-permitting, the recreation area may remain open in the off-season for ice fishing.

Land Use Framework Region Lower Athabasca

Updated: Mar 20, 2025