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Effective Date: June 22, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Thunder Lake Campground , Thunder Lake Provincial Park
Details:
Please be advised that Cyanobacterial (Blue-Green Algae) has been identified in the water at this location. Additional information can be found online at AHS Health Advisories
Visitors are advised to take the following precautions:
As always, visitors and residents are reminded to never drink or cook with untreated water directly from any recreational body of water at any time. Boiling this water will not remove the toxins produced by cyanobacteria. An alternative source of drinking water should also be provided for pets and livestock while this advisory is active.
Weather and wind conditions can cause algae blooms to move from one location in the lake to another. As such, this advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
Please note: Waters in which the cyanobacterial bloom is NOT visible can still be used for recreational purposes, even while this Health Advisory is in place.
Thunder Lake Campground is found in Thunder Lake Provincial Park, 21 km west of Barrhead on Hwy. 18. This large campground has over 125 sites, both unserviced and powered. They are well-treed and suited to RVs and tents. There are many amenities and activities here, including a beach, playground, boat launch, and trails.
| Site Type | Campsites | Power | $/Night | Reservable Dates | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unserviced | 61 | - | $39 | May 15 - Sep 15 | Seasonal Closure |
| Power | 64 | 15 / 30 | $47 | May 15 - Sep 15 | Seasonal Closure |
The shower house is open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Learn about Accessible Camping in Alberta Parks