Smoke Lake
Smoke Lake Provincial Recreation Area is a 253.64-acre rural campground located 9 km southwest of Fox Creek in northern Alberta, accessible via Highway 43. The facility offers 47 non-serviced tent and RV sites (no power, water, or sewer hookups) plus one rustic off-grid cabin (Skookum Lodge). The primary draw is water recreation: the site features a sandy beach, boat launch, and excellent fishing for walleye, perch, pike, and whitefish, with canoe and kayak rentals available. Amenities include pit toilets, firepits with included firewood, and fish cleaning stations. The campground operates seasonally from May 15 to September 30 and is geared toward self-sufficient campers seeking quiet water-access camping. Wildlife safety protocols (bear and cougar awareness) apply due to the remote northern location. (via official site)
- pit toilets
- sandy beach
- boat launch
- firepits
- firewood included
- fishing
- canoe rentals
- kayak rentals
- fish cleaning station
Rates & prices
Prices as published on Smoke Lake’s official website.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Nightly camping | 30 per night |
| Nightly camping (seniors 60+) | 25 per night |
| Monthly camping (first-come-first-serve) | 400 per month |
| Monthly camping (reservation sites) | 600 per month |
| Seasonal camping — May 15–September 30 | 1250 per season |
| Cabin rental (Skookum Lodge) | 75 per night |
| Cabin rental (Skookum Lodge) | 400 per week |
| Cabin rental (Skookum Lodge) | 1500 per month |
| Reservation fee — Waived for same-day bookings | 10.50 |
| Canoe/kayak/paddle board rental (campers) — For registered campers | 50-75 per day |
| Canoe/kayak/paddle board rental (non-campers) | 75 per day |
| Canoe/kayak/paddle board rental (cabin renters) | 20 per day |
Key facts
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Know before you go
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- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
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🏞️ Attractions
Fox Creek is a town in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is located on Highway 43, approximately 259 km (161 mi) northwest of Edmonton and 199 km (124 mi) southeast of Grande Prairie, and has an elevation of 808 m (2,651 ft). Fox Creek is within the Upper Peace planning region, and is surrounded by the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16.
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Freson Bros.
⛽ Fuel
Circle K
Petro-Canada- Petro-Pass Fox Creek
🍽️ Food & drink
A&W- Captain Pizza
- Pizza Burger Joint
➕ Medical
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Rexall- Fox Creek Healthcare Centre
🎾 Sports
- Silver Birch Golf Course
- Golf
- Baseball
🏧 ATM & bank
ATB Financial- CIBC
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Good to know
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What are the camping fees?
$30 per night for standard non-serviced sites ($25 for seniors 60+), $400/month for first-come-first-serve, $600/month for reservation sites, or $1,250 for seasonal (May 15–September 30). Reservation fee is $10.50 (waived for same-day bookings). Canoe/kayak rentals are $50–75/day for campers, $75/day for non-campers, or $20/day for cabin renters.
When is Smoke Lake open?
The campground operates from May 15 to September 30 each year.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pet-friendly accommodations are available at the campground.
What facilities are available?
Facilities include pit/vault toilets, sandy beach, boat launch (with aquatic invasive species protocols), firepits with included firewood, and fish cleaning station. There are no power hookups, running water, showers, laundry, WiFi, or restaurant on-site.
What is the cancellation policy?
A full refund is issued with 3 days notice. The reservation fee is non-refundable.
How much does it cost to camp at Smoke Lake?
Smoke Lake charges a camping fee.
How many pitches does Smoke Lake have?
Smoke Lake has around 47 pitches.
What languages are spoken at Smoke Lake?
Staff at Smoke Lake speak English.
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Other campgrounds nearby
More places to camp close to Smoke Lake.
- Fox Creek RV Campground · Town of Fox creek
- Waskahigan River Campground · Alberta Parks