Pembina Forks Provincial Recreation Area

Pembina Forks Provincial Recreation Area

ab parks
Alberta

what to expect

Pembina Forks Provincial Recreation Area is a rustic retreat tucked 63 km southeast of Robb along Highway 40. This quiet park features a medium‑sized campground in a stand of spruce trees beside the Pembina River. Windswept trails, fishing, and peaceful riverside afternoons make this spot ideal for those looking to connect with nature. The recreation area supports core activities like camping and fishing, with large, well‑spaced unserviced campsites, free firewood, firepits, vault/pit toilets, and a hand‑pump for water. For outdoor lovers seeking serenity and simple beauty, Pembina Forks delivers.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

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The campsites

Total sites
20

Things to do nearby

Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.

Plus 2 user-tagged boat launches on OpenStreetMap — visible as pins on the map below.

Water + services

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
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 →

what to bring

This list adapts to Pembina Forks Provincial Recreation Area. no showers means a travel towel;

If Pembina Forks Provincial Recreation Area is full

Other places to stay within 25 km.

Data refreshed 2026-06-13. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places. Neighbourhood joins 6 named anchors.