All On the Peace River in Grimshaw

Located on the Shaftesbury Trail near Peace River, Alberta, Peace River Cabins and Outdoors is dedicated to helping others experience the natural wonders of the mighty and majestic Peace River.

Explorers canaccess Stoney Lake at a well-maintained gravel boat launch. Once on this calm clear lake, water lovers can begin a day of making memories with family and friends. The clean cool water provides opportunities to swim, paddle board, canoe or kayak. This is a stocked lake so be sure to bring fishing gear and hopefully catch your supper from the lake or from the pier. There is a user maintained, lakeside campground for water enthusiasts to enjoy, so choose a fire pit to cook up the day’s catch over an open fire. Stoney Lake Recreation Area is a scenic drive 50km North of Fairview or 20km North East of Hines Creek.

For information please call -780-685-392.

Launch your watercraft at the gravelled boat launch or use the hand launch for lighter craft. Power vessels are subject to a 12 km per hour speed limit. Calm clear water invites canoers, kayakers, paddle boarders and swimmers to enjoy a day here. This lake is aerated to ensure survival of fish stocks so don’t forget your fishing gear. No boat? No problem. Throw a line in from the pier. Prepare the day’s catch at the fish cleaning station and then enjoy a fresh caught meal at one of the campsites nestled along the shore of this pristine northern lake. Sites are un-serviced so be sure to bring your firewood and drinking water. Sulphur Lake is 30 km Northeast of Hines Creek.

For information call –780-685-3925.

23 km east, 22 km south of Fairview on Highway 2. Free camping, water, hiking trails, playground, fishing. Located on the Peace River.

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Grab some fellow water enthusiasts and get ready to have an awesome summer day in beautiful Clear Hills County. Canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and swimmers can access Running Lake from the pier and non gas-powered boats can be launched from the gravelled boat launch area. Fishing is available, the day’s catch can be prepared at the fish cleaning station. After an active day of water activities kick back and relax at one of the well treed camping sites. Outdoor toilets, fire pits, picnic tables and picnic shelters are available. Running Lake is a scenic drive 8km East and 22km North of Worsley.

For information please call -780-685-3925.

Beautiful river views abound in the Peace Country and Pratt’s Landing is an excellent example seen here.  Located along the Peace River downstream from Carter’s Camp and upstream from Historic Dunvegan, this camping spot offers something for everyone!  Choose from one of 15 overnight camping sites equipped with fire pits and picnic tables.  Enjoy a day of horse shoes, fishing, hiking and exploring the river valley.  Canoes, kayaks and river boats can access the river from the well-maintained boat launch.  At the end of an amazing day, relax around a warming campfire and listen to the mighty Peace River flowing by.  Younger campers will enjoy the playground and the freedom of lots of space to run and play.  Wildlife can often be viewed in this area. There are day use areas as well as non-potable water, outdoor toilet facilities and firewood available for visitors.

Pratt’s Landing can be found 32km west of Fairview on highway 682.

The Shaftesbury boat launch is located at the Shaftesbury ferry crossing approximately 29km southwest of the town of Peace River. Boaters can access the beautiful Peace River at this location on the well -maintained gravel launch. The Strong Creek Park boat launch and the Town of Peace River can be found down stream from this location. Head up the river and you will find the Peace Valley Guest Ranch and Peace River Cabins and Outdoors who welcome guests to stay at their riverside resorts. Explore a bit further up the river and you will see the Elk Island camping area, continue on to experience the awe-inspiring sight of the Dunvegan Bridge. Camping is available in the Shaftsbury area just across the river at Tangent Park.

For information call –780-338-3845.

Everything is better around a campfire! 

Strong Creek Park has a little something for everyone. Strong Creek Park is a municipal park located on the Peace River mouth of Strong Creek, 8 km south of the Town of Peace River, Alberta on Shaftesbury Trail. Set up camp or spend the day out at the park. Camping spots are rustic and free to the public. There are washrooms, water and a sheltered kitchen for campers. The park is a short stroll to the Peace River. Where you can spend the day sunbathing, paddling or fishing. There are picnic tables set up for day use, a fantastic park for the kiddos and scenic hiking trails throughout the park. This is the perfect place to unwind and escape reality.

A short 8km drive from Peace River, along the scenic Shaftsbury Trail will bring you to Strong Creek Park boat launch area. Start your river adventure here or come ashore and take a break -camping spots are free. There are outhouses, water and a sheltered kitchen to make your stop comfortable. The Town of Peace River is down stream from this launch and the Shaftesbury ferry launch site is up stream. The launch is a well-maintained gravel area perfect for launching river boats as well as canoes, kayaks and rafts. Opportunities are endless for adventure on the mighty Peace River.

For information call –780-338-3845.

24 km south of Peace River on highway 740 (Shaftesbury Trail), then a free ferry ride across the Peace River. Full hook ups, kitchen shelter, group picnic area, group camping area, tenting area, horse watering stations, concession, showers, hiking trails, horseshoes, playground, fishing.