Chain Lakes Provincial Park

Chain Lakes Provincial Park
Map showing the location of Chain Lakes Provincial Park

Location of Chain Lakes Provincial Park in Alberta

Location Municipal District of Ranchland No. 66,  Alberta  Canada
Nearest city Nanton
Coordinates 50°12′24″N 114°11′47″W / 50.20667°N 114.19639°W / 50.20667; -114.19639Coordinates: 50°12′24″N 114°11′47″W / 50.20667°N 114.19639°W / 50.20667; -114.19639
Area 4.4 km2 (1.7 sq mi)
Established December 23, 1969
Governing body Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation

Chain Lakes Provincial Park is a provincial park located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains west of Nanton, Alberta, Canada. It was established along the Chain Lakes Reservoir. The Cowboy Trail runs along the eastern boundary of the park. The park is located 1 1/2 hours southeast of Calgary and about the same distance from Lethbridge to the southeast.

Facilities and activities

Chain Lakes Provincial Park is open year round and offers camping and day use facilities. Camping facilities include individual sites with power and a group camp large enough for about 15–20 recreational vehicles and tents. Day use facilities include picnic tables and heated kitchen shelters.

Year-round fishing is a popular activity. The reservoir is regularly stocked with lake trout. A number of walking trails of various lengths and levels are located throughout the park.

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