Alberta Parks
Caution

OHV restrictions are in effect when a local Municipal OHV Ban is implemented. While Alberta Parks strives to share the most current information, always check before visiting and obey all signage at the park.

Effective Date: September 24, 2026

Where: Redwater Provincial Recreation Area

Details:

Construction activities will be taking place within Redwater Provincial Recreation Area along Range Road 205 and Township Road 574 this fall. Roads and trails will still be open, however some trail heads in the area may be restricted. 

Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.

Effective Date: April 1, 2026

Where: Redwater Provincial Recreation Area

Details:

Visitors are reminded that the collection or burning of deadfall and the removal of any plant or mushroom species is prohibited. Users must comply with all Alberta Parks regulations to protect the sensitive environment of Redwater Provincial Recreation Area. 

Updated: June 18, 2026 

Redwater Provincial Recreation Area is set within a unique ecosystem of sandy soils and aspen forest. It features many trails which are popular with local OHV and equestrian users. The Park is close to the North Saskatchewan River, however, there is no river access or views from the park.

There is a small staging area and parking lot on Range Road 205, just south of Township Rd 574. A larger Staging Area is located on the east side RR 205 just south of the smaller one. This area includes truck and trailer parking and a vault/pit toilet.

Due to the extreme threat of wildfire, fires are prohibited in Redwater Provincial Recreation Area. Please check for Fire Bans before you ride. When an OHV Restriction is in place, OHV use is not permitted in this area. Target shooting is prohibited; firearms discharge permits are required for hunting. Redwater is a day use only recreation area, no overnight stays are permitted.

In 2025 a wildfire passed through this area, impacting park access and trails. Check for advisories and always follow instructions on park signage.

10 km east of Redwater

Fires are prohibited in Redwater Provincial Recreation Area. Off-highway vehicle use is restricted to designated trails. Target shooting is prohibited; firearms discharge permits are required for hunting. Redwater is a "day use only" recreation area.

Events

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No upcoming events at this time.

Hunting in Redwater Provincial Recreation Area

  • Hunters require firearms discharge permits to hunt game species.
  • Target shooting is prohibited.
Firearm Discharge Permit Application
More information:
780-922-3293
Learn about hunting in Alberta's parks system

Alberta Hunting Regulations
Purchase your Hunting License
*To be connected toll-free in Alberta, dial 310-0000 followed by the 10-digit phone number.

Maps & Guides

  • Park Map Redwater PRA, Park map, Campground map -- a936c3c6-36d7-4bfe-ba7e-7c2a3845ed10 True
Updated: Aug 24, 2026
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