Chain Lakes Provincial Park

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FireSmart - FireSmart Work - Chain Lakes Provincial Park

    Effective Date: October 27, 2025 - Until Further Notice

    Where: Chain Lakes Campground , Chain Lakes PP , Loop C Group Use

    Details:

    Please be advised that FireSmart vegetation management work is being completed in and around Chain Lakes Provincial Park as part of ongoing efforts to manage vegetation for public safety, wildfire mitigation, infrastructure maintenance, and ecological health. This work will only take place on park property, including: 

        • Clearing of hazardous trees and overgrown brush, trees with health concerns, ignition susceptible shrubs, and deadfall
        • Trimming vegetation near power lines, roadways, and recreational trails
        • Fuel break will be established on the North Side of Campground Loop C

    Visitors may observe heavy equipment operating within the park. There will be increased noise levels during this work, and temporary closures of certain areas may be necessary for safety. We appreciate your patience and understanding as these essential projects are completed.

Chain Lakes Provincial Park is set within the montane landscapes at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Southern Alberta. The campground offers over 90 reservable campsites and one group camp; along with an expansive day-use area. During your stay you can access the well-appointed camp kitchen or enjoy your time at one of the communal firepits.

Enjoy scenic views of the Livingstone Mountain Range from the lake shore as well as an abundance of wildlife, from pelicans to moose! In summer, enjoy the diversity of birds in the area, attracted to the incredible variation of ecological zones of the montane landscape. Cast your fishing line and catch your limit of rainbow trout in both winter and summer 

38 km southwest of Nanton on Hwy. 533

Please note: Chain Lakes Provincial Park is located along highway 22, in southern Alberta, where as Chain Lakes Provincial Recreation Area is located near Athabasca in northern Alberta.

    Chain Lakes Provincial Park is located in a region that is often extremely dry. For this reason, only communal fire pits are provided in the park's campground. Communal fire pits may be used only during appropriate weather conditions (firewood is supplied at no extra cost).

    Propane fire pits are not permitted.

    Propane and gas cooking equipment is permitted, and charcoal briquette barbeques are allowed when there are no fire bans in place.

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