Cowan Lake
Camping in Riding Mountain National Park (via site)
Key facts
At-a-glance details for Cowan Lake, from its official website.
Booking & season
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Cowan Lake.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Cowan Lake.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
Where Cowan Lake sits on the map and how to get there.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions

🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Trading Post
⛽ Fuel
- Tempo, Upper Cup, Manos Pizza
🍽️ Food & drink
- Clubhouse 204
- 1929
- 1929 Dining and Lounge
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Washroom #10
- Washroom #7
🎾 Sports
- Golf
- Basketball
- Swimming pool
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Cowan Lake.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Cowan Lake.
How much does it cost to camp at Cowan Lake?
Cowan Lake charges a camping fee.
Who runs Cowan Lake?
Cowan Lake is operated by Parks Canada.
When is Cowan Lake open?
Cowan Lake is open year-round.
Reviews
Ratings, nightly prices and photos from people who’ve camped here.
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Other campgrounds nearby
More places to camp close to Cowan Lake.
- Whirlpool Campground · Parks Canada
- Onanole RV Park & Campground
- Wasagaming Campground · Parks Canada
- Elk Creek Campsite · Parks Canada
- Clear Lake Campground - Old Campground · Parks Canada
- Sportsman's RV Park