Saskatchewan Provincial Parks Policies
Saskatchewan parks have a natural beauty we want you to enjoy, and for this reason rules are in place for everyone. We carefully review and update these rules regularly and look to our visitors to follow them so everyone can enjoy our parks safely and continue to use our facilities for years to come.
Rules & Regulations
A complete list of rules and regulations are outlined in The Parks Act and The Parks Regulations, 1991
- A valid vehicle entry permit is required for all vehicles while in a provincial park.
- Park entry fees are charged in addition to camping fees. If you have not pre-paid for park entry with your campsite reservation, and do not have an annual vehicle entry permit, you will be required to purchase entry upon arrival at the park.
- If you purchased an annual vehicle entry permit online, it will be mailed to the mailing address associated with your reservation (allow a minimum two weeks for delivery).
- A valid driver’s license is required as proof of site occupancy.
- Permit holders are responsible for the conduct and behaviour of their family and guests and must ensure all camping permit rules and regulations are being met.
- Quiet time is 24 hours a day.
- Pets are welcome in all our parks and must be on a leash no longer than two meters. Owners are responsible for the behaviour of their pets at all times and must clean up after their pets. Pets are not allowed in buildings, public places or on the beach.
- Consumption or display of an alcoholic beverage or cannabis in a public space is prohibited. Alcoholic beverages and cannabis may be consumed in the camping permit holder’s camping unit, and on their assigned campsite, in accordance with the Cannabis Control (Saskatchewan) Act and The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997 , except during times when an alcohol or cannabis ban is in effect.
- Only the use of firewood provided within provincial parks is permitted, to protect from invasive insects and disease. Bringing in firewood is not permitted; use only what is needed during your stay; it is illegal to remove firewood from any provincial park.
- Maximum of 12 CSA-approved patio lights (one string) or one section of rope lights per campsite.
- Use of tarps will be accommodated for protection from elements; tarps must not create safety concerns within the campground.
- Major appliances must be contained within camping unit’s original construction.
- Intermittent generator use in campground without electricity permitted between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Must be turned off when the campsite is unattended.
- Liquid or solid waste must be disposed of using provided sewage system or receptacle
- Park users may not remove any sign, facility, turf, rock, or the whole or part of any flower, plant, shrub or tree
- Wildlife is present in the park and feeding wildlife is prohibited. Keep campsite clean and ensure all food, garbage, and attractants are securely stored.
- Fees and charges are subject to change at any time. If site fees change, we will honour the rates at the time of the reservation provided no changes are made to the reservation. If the reservation is modified, updated fees will apply.
- For changes, cancellations or inquiries related to your camping or facility reservation, visit parks.saskatchewan.ca or call 1-833-775-7275 (hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST all months except April. In April, the hours of operation are 7:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. CST. Available 7 days a week except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day).
- Entrance to, attendance at, or use of a Saskatchewan Provincial Park, including the use of park equipment or facilities, carry risks of injury or loss or damage of personal property. Park users acknowledge and assume all risks, which may include lost, stolen, or damaged property, as well as personal injury to oneself or to any family members or guests. The Government of Saskatchewan and its officers, agents, and employees do not assume liability for any lost, stolen, or damaged property, or for any injury incurred while visiting Saskatchewan Provincial Parks.
- To report park emergencies, enforcement or wildlife concerns, call Park Watch at 1-800-667-1788 (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
- Campfires are only permitted in park supplied fire pits and/or barbecues.
- Self-contained propane/gas barbeques, fire pits and heating devices must be CSA-approved and should be set up on level bare soil or gravel/sand clear of vegetation. Propane or other non-wood burning portable barbecues are acceptable for cooking purposes.
- Pools (paddling pools), hot tubs, inflatables, gazebos, swings or bird/hummingbird feeders may not be placed in the campsite or attached to any vegetation.
- If you have a valid vehicle entry permit and a reservation, you can proceed directly to your campsite. You will be automatically checked in.
- Specific rules and regulations also apply to the following areas:
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Failure to comply with The Parks Act , The Parks Regulations, 1991 and above conditions may result in eviction and/or loss of the campsite for the current season and/or following seasons.
Reservation, Change and Cancellation Fees
A $12 reservation fee is applied to each separate reservation booked. The reservation fee covers the cost of administering the reservation service. An additional $2 surcharge will apply to all transactions using the Call Centre.
Change and cancellation fees are based on the type of site reserved. These fees are in addition to the reservation fee. Reservation, change and cancellation fees are non-refundable.
See full listing of reservation, change and cancellation fees by site type below:
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- Backcountry Camping - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Camp-Easy and Mongolian Yurt - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Equestrian Camping - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Group Camping - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Nightly Camping - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Pavilions - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Picnic Shelters - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Recreation Halls - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Seasonal Camping - Change and Cancellation Fees
- Swimming Lessons - Change and Cancellation Fees
Where a refundable damage deposit is owed at the time of reservation, this must be paid in full. If no damage occurs during your stay, you will be refunded the damage deposit.
Unless otherwise stated, you may change or cancel your reservation by visiting parks.saskatchewan.ca or by calling the Saskatchewan Provincial Parks Reservation Call Centre at 1-833-775-7275.
If none of the following conditions apply, Saskatchewan Provincial Parks will apply the relevant transaction/penalty charges if you:
- Shorten any dates on a reservation.
- Change arrival date, except to extend a reservation by arriving earlier.
- Change to a lower-priced site or activity.
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Saskatchewan Provincial Parks Reservation Service Terms of Use
