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Halfmoon Lake Campground

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Halfmoon Lake Campground is a seasonal recreational facility located on the shoreline of Halfmoon Lake in Thorhild County, Alberta. The campground operates from May 15 to September 30 each year and features a clean swimming area accessible via gravel interior roads. Facilities include fire pits with firewood for sale, a small concession, playground, beach area, cook shack, washrooms and change rooms, and a boat launch. Sites are reserved on a seasonal basis, with maximum unit lengths of 45 feet (30 feet for Lot 1), and the facility is accessed through gates locked during the off-season. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

Prices as published on Halfmoon Lake Campground’s official website (CAD).

ItemPrice
Seasonal siteincludes GST and day-use/boat launch feesCAD 2000 per season
Damage depositCAD 250
Storage spaceCAD 200 per season
Day useCAD 10 per vehicle per day
Annual day useCAD 50 per vehicle per season
Day use with boat launchCAD 20 per day
Annual day use with boat launchCAD 100 per season

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Halfmoon Lake Campground, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonMay to September
Application period - county residentsJanuary 15–31
Application period - non-county residentsFebruary 1 onward
Site allocationFirst-come, first-served basis

Pitches & accommodation

Maximum unit length45 feet (30 feet for Lot 1)

Location & access

Access from Thorhild6 km west on Highway 18, south on Opal Road for 9 km, then west on Township 590 for 8 km

Rules & policies

Child supervisionAll children under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult
Alcohol policyAlcohol is only permitted in designated campsites
Boat operationPleasure Craft Operator Card required for power-drive boats
Ice fishingNo public ice fishing access

Good to know

Road typeGravel interior roads

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Halfmoon Lake Campground.

Gates and day-use area08:00–22:00 (May 15 to September 30)
Operational seasonMay 15 to September 30

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🏞️ Attractions

Halfmoon Lake Natural AreaParks & play0.3 km · ~4 min walkDirections ↗
Redwater River Natural AreaParks & play4.3 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
Taylor Lake Natural AreaParks & play5.7 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Halfmoon Lake Campground.

When is the campground open?

The campground is open from May 15 to September 30 each year. Gates are locked from October 1 to May 14.

What types of campsites are available?

Only seasonal sites are available. Maximum unit length is 45 feet (30 feet for Lot 1). All campsites are reserved for 2026.

Are pets allowed at the campground?

Dogs are permitted only in designated campsites and must be registered.

When can I apply for a seasonal site?

County residents apply January 15–31. Non-county residents apply February 1 onward. Sites are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

What facilities are available?

Facilities include a clean swimming area, fire pits with firewood for sale, a small concession, playground, beach area, cook shack, washrooms and change rooms, and a boat launch.

How much does it cost to camp at Halfmoon Lake Campground?

Halfmoon Lake Campground charges a camping fee.

When is Halfmoon Lake Campground open?

Halfmoon Lake Campground is open May to September.

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