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Effective Date: August 1, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Rock Lake Campground
Details: Due to road construction, the 1st Equestrian Camping Loop is closed for the season.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Effective Date: July 22, 2025 - Until Further Notice
Where: Rock Lake Provincial Park , Rock Lake Access Road
Details: The Rock Lake Access Road is subject to sudden flooding during the spring and summer due to rising water on the Wildhay River. Please proceed with caution into the park, especially after heavy precipitation or snow melt from the mountains. Alberta Parks is monitoring the road; however, river levels can change rapidly.
Effective Date: July 19, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Rock Lake Day Use , Rock Lake Campground , Rock Lake Provincial Park
Details: To help reduce the risk of flooding, improvements will be underway at Rock Lake Provincial Park from July 19 to October 31, 2026. The project includes raising a portion of the Rock Lake Access Road and constructing a new bridge over the Wild Hay River. The park will remain open during construction, except for the closure of the 1st Equestrian Camping Loop from August 1 to October 31, 2026. A single-lane temporary access road will be in place to maintain access through the area. Visitors are asked to follow all posted signage and directions from construction personnel and to stay clear of active construction zones. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we invest in improvements that will enhance the park experience for all visitors.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
This large campground is found in Rock Lake Provincial Park. It is 7 km west of Hinton on Hwy. 16, 40 km northwest on Hwy. 40 and 35 km west on a gravel access road. Here there are a variety of well-spaced sites with trees for privacy. Enjoy awe-inspiring views of Alberta's Northern Rockies while fishing, boating, mountain biking or hiking. Staging areas for the Wildland and Willmore Wilderness Park are accessible here, including hitching rails and corrals for equestrian users.
Boat Launch
(AIS)
Shelter - Cook
Firepits
Firewood Available
Hitching Rails
Horse Corrals
Loading Ramp
Pit/Vault Toilets
Water - Pump
Fish Cleaning Stations
Mix of reservable and first-come, first-served campsites. The campground is managed by West Fraser Mills. Visit their website for reservation information.
FirewoodFirewood is available.
WaterPlease bring your own water. Water from the hand pump is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.
EquestrianParking is available at the Willmore Staging Area.
Equestrian users pay an additional fee/night/horse.
There are four large equestrian sites with corrals and 14 smaller equestrian sites with 1 corral, tie stalls and pens.
