Advisories and Closures ()
Effective Date: January 2, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Boardwalk Beach Day Use , Camper's Beach Day Use , Lac La Biche Lookout Day Use , Long Point Day Use , Pelican Islands Viewpoint Day Use , Sir Winston Churchill Group Use , Sir Winston Churchill Campground , Sir Winston Churchill PP
Access: Access to Long Island with Comfort Camping, Community Facility, and Boat Launch will remain open during this time.
Details: Please be advised that construction on the causeway bridge at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park has begun and will continue until early March 2026. To accommodate construction, there will be no access to Big Island during the construction period. Access to Long Island that has the year-round Comfort Camping, the Community Facility, and Boat Launch will remain throughout construction. The access to these facilities/amenities and operations will not be impacted by the construction. Conservation Officers have the ability to enforce area closures under the Provincial Parks Act. Please do not cross construction barriers and follow all signage. During this construction, there will be no emergency support or maintenance occurring on Big Island of Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park. If visitors access Big Island of Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park from the lake, it is at their own risk. We recognize the closures are inconvenient; however, they are necessary to ensure public safety and support construction efficiency. The Government of Alberta is committed to improving high-traffic recreational areas across the province. The project will ensure infrastructure meets current standards, improves public safety, and supports positive visitor experiences. Visitors looking for recreational alternatives can call the Alberta Parks Information Line at 1-877-537-2757. For further information about the closures, please see the attached Area Closure Map and Frequently Asked Questions.Map of Affected Area
Sir Winston Churchill Campground is located in Sir Winston Churchill Provincial , located 5 km east of Lac La Biche on Hwy. 881, and 2 km north on Provincial Park Rd. With year-round cabins the islands of this park are open to be explored in summer and winter. Rentals of canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddleboards are available to discover the waters of Lac la Biche. Trails throughout the Old Growth Forest allow campers to hike and bike to all the sandy beaches.
| Site Type | Campsites | Power | Rate/Night | Reservable Dates | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 72 | 15 / 30 | $42 | May 14 - Oct 11 | Seasonal Closure |
Campsites are nestled among old-growth mixedwood forests.
Amphitheatre
Boat Launch
(AIS)
Firepits
Firewood Sold
Fish Cleaning Stations
Flush Toilets
Shelter - Picnic
Pit/Vault Toilets
Playground
Power
Sewage Disposal
Showers
Water - Tap
Fast Food Concession
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