Saskatchewan Provincial Parks Announce 2026 Camping Reservation Schedule
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport has officially announced the opening dates for online camping reservations across provincial parks for the upcoming 2026 season. Campers eager to secure their favorite spots can begin booking starting the week of April 13, with a carefully staggered schedule designed to manage demand and ensure fair access to popular destinations.
Reservation Launch Details and Schedule
According to a ministry press release issued on Monday morning, the reservation system will activate at 7 a.m. on April 13 for long-term camping sites. This initial opening will be followed by a phased launch throughout the remainder of the week for all nightly stays, camp-easy yurts, and group campsites. The ministry has implemented this staggered approach to prevent system overload and provide a smoother booking experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
The specific park reservation schedule is as follows:
- April 13: Long-term camping sites open for booking
- April 14: Candle Lake, Good Spirit Lake, Lac La Ronge, Meadow Lake, Rowan's Ravine, and Saskatchewan Landing
- April 15: Blackstrap, Bronson Forest, Buffalo Pound, Duck Mountain, Moose Mountain, and Porcupine Hills
- April 16: Crooked Lake, Cypress Hills, Danielson, Great Blue Heron, Greenwater Lake, and The Battlefords
- April 17: Douglas, Echo Valley, Fort Carlton, Makwa Lake, Narrow Hills, and Pike Lake
All online reservations will be accessible through the official Sask Parks website beginning at 7 a.m. on their respective opening dates. The ministry encourages campers to prepare their preferred dates and site selections in advance to facilitate a quick and efficient booking process.
Expanded Camping Opportunities and Seasonal Closures
In positive news for outdoor enthusiasts, the ministry has confirmed the addition of fifty-nine new seasonal campsites across eleven provincial parks. These expanded facilities represent a significant investment in Saskatchewan's outdoor recreation infrastructure and will help accommodate growing demand for camping experiences. The parks receiving additional sites include:
- Buffalo Pound Provincial Park
- Danielson Provincial Park
- Duck Mountain Provincial Park
- Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park
- Great Blue Heron Provincial Park
- Greenwater Lake Provincial Park
- Lac La Ronge Provincial Park
- Makwa Lake Provincial Park
- Meadow Lake Provincial Park
- Moose Mountain Provincial Park
- The Battlefords Provincial Park
However, the ministry also delivered disappointing news regarding two popular campgrounds that will remain closed throughout the 2026 season due to significant wildfire damage sustained in previous years. The Gem Lakes campground within Narrow Hills Provincial Park and the Wadin Bay campground in Lac La Ronge Provincial Park will not be available to visitors this season. Ministry officials emphasize that all other campgrounds and day-use areas within both parks will remain fully operational and accessible to the public.
Planning Your Saskatchewan Outdoor Adventure
With the reservation schedule now confirmed, experienced campers and first-time visitors alike can begin planning their Saskatchewan provincial park adventures for the 2026 season. The staggered opening dates provide multiple opportunities throughout the week to secure preferred sites, while the addition of new campsites offers expanded options across the province's diverse park system.
Prospective visitors should note that while the two affected campgrounds will be closed, the surrounding parks continue to offer numerous alternative camping opportunities and recreational facilities. The ministry's announcement underscores both the challenges posed by wildfire recovery and the ongoing commitment to expanding and improving Saskatchewan's world-class provincial park system for residents and visitors.
