Information & Facilities Information & Facilities - Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area

located along the North Saskatchewan River east & southeast of Drayton Valley

Advisories & Closures

No Advisories

Hunting

OHV Riding (On-site)

Hiking - Front Country

Birding

Mtn. Biking/Cycling

Fishing

Canoeing/Kayaking (AIS)

Snowshoeing

Wildlife Viewing

Permitted activities may vary within a park. Please confirm details with park staff.

The Eagle Point-Blue Rapids park system is located along the North Saskatchewan River Valley. It’s comprised of Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area and Eagle Point Provincial Park and has incredible recreation opportunities.
Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding is permitted on designated trails ONLY and only in Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area (not Eagle Point Provincial Park). On highway vehicles (like Jeeps and 4x4’s) are NOT permitted on the designated OHV trails.
Eagle Point-Blue Rapids Parks Council is a non-profit organization that cooperatively manages the two protected areas. This collaborative multi-stakeholder organization is comprised of representatives from local municipalities, volunteer-based recreation and service organizations, industry, environmental organizations and Alberta Parks. Together, the Parks Council and Alberta Parks guide the funding, planning, operations and management of the parks.
Check with Eagle Point-Blue Rapids Parks Council for details on: recreational activities and events; volunteering; environmental education programs; and facility rentals.
Random camping is NOT PERMITTED in Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area. Willey West Campground is located in Eagle Point Provincial Park.