Beach Day Use

Moonshine Lake PP

Information: 780-538-5350

Season: Year-round

Construction Closure - Beach Parking Lot

Effective Date: July 9, 2025

Where: Moonshine Lake Campground , Moonshine Lake Group Use , Moonshine Lake Provincial Park , Moonshine Lake Beach Parking Lot

Details:

Due to ongoing construction of the new shower buildings, parking is prohibited at the beach.

We apologize for the inconvenience this may create and hope to have the parking area available next year.

Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.

Partial Closure - Moonshine Lake Walking Trails

Effective Date: June 10, 2025 - Until Further Notice

Where: Moonshine Lake Provincial Park

Details:

Please be advised that some walking trails at Moonshine Lake Provincial Park are closed until further notice due to damage from the wildfire.

Lakeview Loop trail is open.
Moose Meadows trail is closed.
Pioneer Path trail is closed.
Loggers Lane trail is closed.

Cougar Warning - Moonshine Lake Provincial Park and Campground

Effective Date: May 21, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Moonshine Lake Campground , Moonshine Lake Group Use , Moonshine Lake Provincial Park

Details:

Please be advised that there have been multiple sightings of cougars throughout Moonshine Lake Provincial Park.

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

Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for cougars and their signs.
Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it
Keep children close.
Keep your pet on a leash at all times.
Learn more about cougar safety.

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

Moonshine Lake’s Beach Day Use Area is the perfect place to spend the day. With a sandy beach, playground, and swimming area, visitors of all ages can enjoy building a sandcastle, wading into the lake, wildlife viewing on the dock, or relaxing with the calming lakeside and forest views. Multiple picnic tables and two small platformed gazebos are available for use. A parking lot located directly above the day use area allows for easy access.