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

Bullshead Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks

Information & Facilities

A landscape of rolling hills and grassland, this reservoir is a beautiful location for canoeing and kayaking, northwest of Elkwater Townsite along Eagle Bute Road. It was once a great fishing spot but has not been able to sustain the usual trout population for a few years. 

Location: 26.5 km northwest of Elkwater


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Maps & Guides

Park Management

Classification Provincial Recreation Area
Legislation Provincial Parks Act
Park Size 10.87 Acres / 4.40 Ha
Legal Boundary O.C. 390/97
Administration / Information 403-893-3833 EXT: 5
Regional Office South Regional Office
District Cypress
Natural Region Grassland - Mixedgrass
Land Use Framework Region South Saskatchewan
Updated: Jul 7, 2026