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Aerial view of St. Mary Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area and surroundings Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
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St. Mary Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

St. Mary Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area is located in a scenic area known for its broad horizons and terrific water recreation. Enjoy boating, sailing, swimming, fishing, and camping along the reservoir shores. Campers can choose between 3 different campgrounds; all suited to tents and RVs with a mix of rustic and power sites. With Alberta’s sweeping grasslands as the backdrop, this is the perfect spot for a relaxed weekend by the water.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

At the campground
Drinking waterFire pitsPicnic shelter
Recreation
Playground

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Drive from Calgary
200 km
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Drive from Edmonton
468 km
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the campsites

Total sites
38
Power at sites
up to 30A
Group sites
yes
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at St. Mary Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area.

HikingFishingCanoeing & kayakingBoatingGeocaching

water + services

  • Nearest dump station — Town of Coaldale Sanitary Dump dump station 58 km · Google Maps ↗

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Fire Advisory in effect
A fire advisory was posted for this area (Cardston County area) as of Sep 8, 2026. Fire status changes fast — confirm the current restriction on the official bulletin before you travel. Official fire bulletin →
First-come, first-served
No reservations taken or needed — show up, pick a vacant site, and self-register at the kiosk. Arrive early on summer weekends. See all first-come, first-served camping in Alberta →
When you can reserve
Reservable through Alberta Parks. Individual campsites open on a rolling 90-day window that advances daily at 9am MT (comfort camping and group sites: 180 days). Alberta Parks reservation details →

other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km — ones with openings in the next 14 days first.

Page generated 2026-09-09. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system. Neighbourhood joins 8 named anchors.