Heart River Dam Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Alberta Parks

Heart River Dam Provincial Recreation Area

ab parks
Alberta

what to expect

In 1950, a dam was built across the South Heart River. Its purpose was to divert water into Winagami Lake to stabilize it. The dam site itself became Heart River Dam Provincial Recreation Area. This Provincial Recreation Area offers a rustic camping experience with four first-come, first-served campsites. A day use area is also provided southeast of the campground. Access the reservoir with your canoe, kayak, or small powered boat using the hand boat launch. Fish in the many small bays and coves, or explore the adjacent Winagami Wildland Provincial Park . Bald eagles and many waterfowl use the area so it’s a great spot for birdwatchers, as well.

Description: Alberta Parks

Water + services

what to bring

This list adapts to Heart River Dam Provincial Recreation Area. no showers means a travel towel;

If Heart River Dam Provincial Recreation Area is full

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

Data refreshed 2026-06-13. Sources: Camis reservation system + OpenStreetMap. Neighbourhood joins 3 named anchors.