Campground Description

There are two parks at Crane Lake, each with its own unique attractions. PARK office located in West Park with firewood sales. East campers must launch on WEST side, (launch closed, east beach has with designated swimming area, newer playground, non-potable water, fish- cleaning stand, and wheelchair accessible outhouses. All campsites in the East area are non-power, and generators can be operated from 7:00AM to 11:00PM; .some sites are very open for group camping. (Gazebo to be built in 2020) In the West Park, amenities include 30-amp power, boat launch, and beach with designated swimming area, fish cleaning stand, non-potable water, and wheelchair accessible outhouses. A few are open enough to be considered double sites.

Local Attractions

Crane Lake is one of the most popular lakes in our region, and with good reason. It’s clear, cool water, and sandy shore make it a favourite amongst water sport enthusiasts. It also hosts a good population of northern pike and yellow perch making it equally as popular for fishermen. (Catch & release on pike, 15 max on perch). The lake itself is picturesque while being only a short distance off the beaten path. Quads are not allowed in Parks but adjacent quad trails are very popular.

Location

Campground Amenities

  • Firepit (Campsites)
  • Firepit (Common)
  • Firewood (Charge)
  • Garbage Cans and Recycling Bins
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Water Pump

Campground Services

Campsite Types

  • RV (<20 feet)
  • RV (<30 feet)
  • RV (<40 feet)
  • RV (<50 feet)

Leisure

  • Beach
  • Boat Launch
  • Boating
  • Dock
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking and Canoeing
  • Playground

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Avg Rating: 4.8
(11 reviews)

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Great campground

Aug 16, 2021by Anonymous
Awesome campground, very friendly and accommodating staff, can’t wait to come back! Love that the sites now have power.

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Enjoyed your stay very much.

Jul 3, 2021by Inna Dolgusheva
The campsite is shady which is great. Has power. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.

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Enjoyed your stay.

Jul 3, 2021by Inna Dolgusheva
The campsite was shady. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.

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Awesome camping!

Jun 28, 2021by Anonymous
Beautiful campground, park manager is very nice and keeps the grounds nice. Kids loved how shallow the lake was to swim and float around in. Two things that weren't great were our site E13 was so un-level our trailer was jacked to the max, very nerve wracking and 2 I didn't care for the boats loading and unloading next to where families and kids were! Other then that great experience definitely would go back

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Love this place!

Aug 21, 2020by Anonymous
Every year in August this is definitely our choice of campground, the girls love the park and swimming area. The ONLY thing that I think should be enforced is the people who leave there dog crap in campsite should have to clean it up so that fellow campers don’t have to smells it their entire staying blowing in the wind, and if that’s to hard for them to do then should be charged extra for cleanup. Love the new M.D camp attendant she’s easy to talk to.

Camping

Aug 3, 2020by Diane Sureman
Camp ground generators do not need to be running for 5to 6 hrs at a time in lot 7 This generator ran from 5 pm to 11:00 pm not necessary at all .. ?? Wasn’t happy at all Please check

Great camping experience!!

Jul 23, 2020by Anonymous
My husband, myself and our 4 children camped here for several weeks and had an amazing experience! The camp attendants were super friendly and approachable. The campsite was very clean and my children loved the little playground and beach. We have already booked there again this summer!

Not happy

Jul 22, 2020by Amy Bosse
We stayed a week at crane lake east side loud music till 4 am generators were going passed 11pm. Loud music was not a pleasant stay will not be going back there again

Nice view but disappointed by the service

Jul 3, 2020by Melanie Leclair
Beautiful beach, the site was all muddy because of the rain and the MD person refused to let us move, said that «  what u book online is what you get » even if we couldn’t used 50% of the site. Didn’t offer anything and said to not litter in the fire and no cigarette butts in fire because you will get Charge a 300$ to your credit Card for both when I couldn’t find or received any rules that mentioned this. Was really disappointed by the site and service but the place overall is beautiful.

Very friendly staff, disappointed with the fee structure

Sep 1, 2019by Jordan Bennett
Staff were super friendly, firewood isn't too expensive, good location. However, I was disappointed that if you come with a 30 foot trailer and 6 people you only pay the $23 for a site, even with 3 vehicles parked on the site. But because we had a truck tent and a normal tent between 4 people, we had to pay an extra $20 because it's "2 units" despite taking up only a fraction of the space an RV would. Seems to me it would be more fair to base the extra charge on number of people instead of number of tents because as it is right now we won't be coming back because of this extra "tax" on tenting it instead of having a massive trailer to sleep everyone in. Other than that it was a great campsite though and we hope they'll restructure the fees so we can continue coming here.

Amazing camping experience

May 19, 2019by Sarah Nepoose
We love camping here. There’s lots of space, kits for kids to do with the lane and playground right there, it’s clean and well taken care of, and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning

Rules and Regulations for Visitors:

 

To ensure your stay with us is as enjoyable as possible, the Municipal District of Bonnyville has established several guidelines to ensure safe and responsible camping.

•No person shall interfere with the rights of others to the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the park.  Please also refrain from running your generators continuously throughout the day. There will be zero tolerance for excessive noise from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.  Please respect your fellow campers.

• The swimming and playground areas are NOT supervised. Use at your own risk.

• Secure all valuables. The M.D. of Bonnyville is not responsible for any loss or damage of personal or private property.

• All dogs must be leashed AT ALL TIMES. Dogs are not allowed on the beach AT ANY TIME. Cleaning up after your pets is mandatory.

• Only motor vehicles licensed for highway usage may be operated within the campground. ATVs are prohibited.

• Park guests are expected to maintain clean sites.  Please use the designated garbage bins for waste - not the fire pits. Campsites left in an unacceptable condition may result in a fine of $250.

• Alcohol is not allowed off of your assigned campsite at any time.

• Fireworks are prohibited in all M.D. Parks.

 

Cancellation Policy

In the event that you have to cancel your reservation, please provide at least 72 hours notice, prior to your expected check-in — one night’s stay will be deducted from your camping fees. Failure to notify the park caretaker 72 hours prior to check-in will result in the loss of your entire camping fee.  To read our Campground Operations Bylaw, please visit: www.md.bonnyville.ab.ca/304/Municipal-Owned

 

M.D. CAMPGROUND REGULATIONS DURING COVID-19

As we move into the second stage of resuming business in Alberta, and in order to keep our campers and staff safe and healthy as possible during the global pandemic, there have been a number of changes to our campground regulations.

Following Alberta Health Services,  all Municipal District of Bonnyville owned/operated campgrounds will be implementing changes, this includes opening up tent sites, outhouses, fish cleaning stands, beaches, and day use areas. Playgrounds are open for use, however not sanitized. All of these facilities are “use at your own risk”. Outhouses will be sanitized or cleaned as per provincial guidelines.

Campers will be responsible for their own water and sewer services. Our caretakers will have a list of contractors who will be able to fill up your water tanks and pump out your grey water.

  • If you aren’t feeling well, please stay home.
  • Campers are encouraged to bring their own hand sanitizer.
  • Site-to-site visits are discouraged, unless the site is occupied by immediate family members or cohort family as recommended by the Alberta Chief Medical Officer of Health.
  • M.D. firewood sales will be available. Only credit or debit will be accepted as payment.
  • M.D. campgrounds will not be accepting cash or cheques until further notice.


As always, it is up to you, our visitors, to camp responsibly during this time of COVID-19. You must maintain a social distance of at least six feet at all times, including when gathering outside in groups larger than 10 people. Please remember to wash or sanitize your hands frequently.

The above are based on provincial guidelines, and the M.D. appreciates the cooperation of our campers in following these regulations. Failure to do so, could result in your expulsion from the campground.

Updates to these regulations will be communicated through our website and our Facebook page.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

In the event that you have to cancel your reservation, please provide at least 72 hours notice, prior to your expected check-in. One night’s stay will be deducted from your camping fees. Failure to notify the park caretaker 72 hours prior to check-in will result in the loss of your entire camping fee.  To read our Campground Operations Bylaw, please visit: www.md.bonnyville.ab.ca/304/Municipal-Owned

or any changes or cancellation to this reservation, you must contact the campground directly at CraneLake@md.bonnyville.ab.ca or by phone at 780-573-6443.

Rules and Regulations for Visitors

To ensure your stay with us is as enjoyable as possible, the Municipal District of Bonnyville has established several guidelines to ensure safe and responsible camping.

  • No person shall interfere with the rights of others to the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the park.  There will be zero tolerance for excessive noise from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.  Please respect your fellow campers.
  • The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
  • The swimming and playground areas are NOT supervised. Use at your own risk.
  • Secure all valuables. The M.D. of Bonnyville is not responsible for any loss or damage of personal or private property.
  • All dogs must be leashed AT ALL TIMES  and are limited to a maximum of 2 per campsite.  Cleaning up after your pets is mandatory.
  • Only motor vehicles licensed for highway usage may be operated within the campground. ATVs are prohibited.
  • Park guests are expected to maintain clean sites.  Please use the designated garbage bins for waste - not the fire pits. Campsites left in an unacceptable condition may result in a fine of $250.
  • Alcohol is not allowed off of your assigned campsite at anytime.  Cannabis products may only be used INSIDE your camping unit.
  • Fireworks are prohibited in all M.D. Parks.
  • No more than (1) ONE RV unit per site.  (1) small tent for minor children permitted.  Maximum occupancy is (6) six adults.
  • TENTING RULES -  a maximum of (2) TWO tents per site are permitted.  Maximum occupancy is (6) six adults.
  • Vehicles are limited to 2 (two) if the site allows without either vehicle being parked on the road.  Parking for boats and additional vehicles is available within the park in designated areas.  NO PARKING ON ROADWAYS OR GRASSED AREAS.
  • Fires are permitted in firewood rings only.
  • Barbecues are permitted but must always be raised off the ground and attended by an adult.

 To read our Campground Operations Bylaw, please visit: 

https://www.md.bonnyville.ab.ca/DocumentCenter/View/1053/Bylaw-1624---Control-and-Operation-of-Parks-and-Campgrounds-PDF

To read the Public Cannabis Consumption Bylaw, please visit:

https://www.md.bonnyville.ab.ca/DocumentCenter/View/3076/Bylaw-1704---Regulate-Public-Cannabis-Consumption-in-MD-of-Bonnyville

 

Camper Reviews

4.8
(11 reviews)
Awesome campground, very friendly and accommodating staff, can’t wait to come back! Love that the sites now have power.
Anonymous
Aug 16, 2021
The campsite is shady which is great. Has power. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.
Inna Dolgusheva
Jul 3, 2021
The campsite was shady. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.
Inna Dolgusheva
Jul 3, 2021
Beautiful campground, park manager is very nice and keeps the grounds nice. Kids loved how shallow the lake was to swim and float around in. Two things that weren't great were our site E13 was so un-level our trailer was jacked to the max, very nerve wracking and 2 I didn't care for the boats loading and unloading next to where families and kids were! Other then that great experience definitely would go back
Anonymous
Jun 28, 2021
Every year in August this is definitely our choice of campground, the girls love the park and swimming area. The ONLY thing that I think should be enforced is the people who leave there dog crap in campsite should have to clean it up so that fellow campers don’t have to smells it their entire staying blowing in the wind, and if that’s to hard for them to do then should be charged extra for cleanup. Love the new M.D camp attendant she’s easy to talk to.
Anonymous
Aug 21, 2020
Camp ground generators do not need to be running for 5to 6 hrs at a time in lot 7 This generator ran from 5 pm to 11:00 pm not necessary at all .. ?? Wasn’t happy at all Please check
Diane Sureman
Aug 3, 2020
My husband, myself and our 4 children camped here for several weeks and had an amazing experience! The camp attendants were super friendly and approachable. The campsite was very clean and my children loved the little playground and beach. We have already booked there again this summer!
Anonymous
Jul 23, 2020
We stayed a week at crane lake east side loud music till 4 am generators were going passed 11pm. Loud music was not a pleasant stay will not be going back there again
Amy Bosse
Jul 22, 2020
Beautiful beach, the site was all muddy because of the rain and the MD person refused to let us move, said that «  what u book online is what you get » even if we couldn’t used 50% of the site. Didn’t offer anything and said to not litter in the fire and no cigarette butts in fire because you will get Charge a 300$ to your credit Card for both when I couldn’t find or received any rules that mentioned this. Was really disappointed by the site and service but the place overall is beautiful.
Melanie Leclair
Jul 3, 2020
Staff were super friendly, firewood isn't too expensive, good location. However, I was disappointed that if you come with a 30 foot trailer and 6 people you only pay the $23 for a site, even with 3 vehicles parked on the site. But because we had a truck tent and a normal tent between 4 people, we had to pay an extra $20 because it's "2 units" despite taking up only a fraction of the space an RV would. Seems to me it would be more fair to base the extra charge on number of people instead of number of tents because as it is right now we won't be coming back because of this extra "tax" on tenting it instead of having a massive trailer to sleep everyone in. Other than that it was a great campsite though and we hope they'll restructure the fees so we can continue coming here.
Jordan Bennett
Sep 1, 2019
We love camping here. There’s lots of space, kits for kids to do with the lane and playground right there, it’s clean and well taken care of, and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning
Sarah Nepoose
May 19, 2019
Awesome campground, very friendly and accommodating staff, can’t wait to come back! Love that the sites now have power.
Anonymous
Aug 16, 2021
The campsite is shady which is great. Has power. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.
Inna Dolgusheva
Jul 3, 2021
The campsite was shady. Small sandy beach had some shade and was very nice for children and us - parents. We stayed during heat wave and water was warm and enjoyable to swim. Warm clear water with sandy bottom made it one of the best beaches for swimming in Alberta.
Inna Dolgusheva
Jul 3, 2021
Beautiful campground, park manager is very nice and keeps the grounds nice. Kids loved how shallow the lake was to swim and float around in. Two things that weren't great were our site E13 was so un-level our trailer was jacked to the max, very nerve wracking and 2 I didn't care for the boats loading and unloading next to where families and kids were! Other then that great experience definitely would go back
Anonymous
Jun 28, 2021
Every year in August this is definitely our choice of campground, the girls love the park and swimming area. The ONLY thing that I think should be enforced is the people who leave there dog crap in campsite should have to clean it up so that fellow campers don’t have to smells it their entire staying blowing in the wind, and if that’s to hard for them to do then should be charged extra for cleanup. Love the new M.D camp attendant she’s easy to talk to.
Anonymous
Aug 21, 2020
Camp ground generators do not need to be running for 5to 6 hrs at a time in lot 7 This generator ran from 5 pm to 11:00 pm not necessary at all .. ?? Wasn’t happy at all Please check
Diane Sureman
Aug 3, 2020
My husband, myself and our 4 children camped here for several weeks and had an amazing experience! The camp attendants were super friendly and approachable. The campsite was very clean and my children loved the little playground and beach. We have already booked there again this summer!
Anonymous
Jul 23, 2020
We stayed a week at crane lake east side loud music till 4 am generators were going passed 11pm. Loud music was not a pleasant stay will not be going back there again
Amy Bosse
Jul 22, 2020
Beautiful beach, the site was all muddy because of the rain and the MD person refused to let us move, said that «  what u book online is what you get » even if we couldn’t used 50% of the site. Didn’t offer anything and said to not litter in the fire and no cigarette butts in fire because you will get Charge a 300$ to your credit Card for both when I couldn’t find or received any rules that mentioned this. Was really disappointed by the site and service but the place overall is beautiful.
Melanie Leclair
Jul 3, 2020
Staff were super friendly, firewood isn't too expensive, good location. However, I was disappointed that if you come with a 30 foot trailer and 6 people you only pay the $23 for a site, even with 3 vehicles parked on the site. But because we had a truck tent and a normal tent between 4 people, we had to pay an extra $20 because it's "2 units" despite taking up only a fraction of the space an RV would. Seems to me it would be more fair to base the extra charge on number of people instead of number of tents because as it is right now we won't be coming back because of this extra "tax" on tenting it instead of having a massive trailer to sleep everyone in. Other than that it was a great campsite though and we hope they'll restructure the fees so we can continue coming here.
Jordan Bennett
Sep 1, 2019