Camping in a Saskatchewan Provincial Park

Campground Rules in accordance with The Parks Regulations, 1991

General Rules and Regulations

Permit renewal time is 11:00 a.m.

Check in time is at 2:00 p.m. and check out time is at noon.  Campsites must be empty of all personal property, including the camping unit, between check-out and check-in to allow staff time to ensure the site is ready for the next visitor. 

Campsite Information

• When you are issued a permit for a campsite you must have a camping unit on the site within one hour of receiving the permit or the permit may be considered void and the site may be reissued.
   
• Only one camping unit is allowed per site. One small tent for dependent children may be allowed with approval from the park manager/supervisor.
   
• A limit of six people per campsite is allowed for non-immediate family groups. Additional limits may be applied in specific parks at certain times.
   
• All vehicles must be licensed and kept on roadways and parking lots. Only two vehicles are allowed at each campsite at any time. One water craft per site is allowed.
   
• Any combination of tarps may not exceed 400 sq. ft. (37.16m sq.). Tarps cannot be used vertically.
   
• Lights are restricted to a maximum of 12 patio lights (one string) or one section of rope lights per site. Lights must be CSA approved.
   
• All major appliances are limited to those fixed in the camping unit or contained with the unit's original construction.

Campfires

Firewood is provided at no cost.  Fires are only allowed in government provided fireplaces/barbecues.  Please keep fires small.  Small fires conserve firewood and reduce the risk of forest and/or grass fires.  Transporting firewood into or out of any park is an offence.

Alcohol Ban

Saskatchewan provincial parks will enforce a ban on all alcohol in park and recreation site campgrounds for the 2012 May long weekend.  Individuals are still free to consume alcohol in private cottages and licensed establishments in the parks.

Pet Owners

Be considerate of your neighbours regarding pet litter and barking dogs.  Pets must be kept leashed, attended and controlled at all times.  Pet litter must be cleaned up.  Pets are not allowed in public structures, on beaches and in swimming areas.

Non-registered Site Guests

Guests to campsites must possess and display a valid park entry permit.  Visiting hours are between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.  Information about who is occupying a campsite will not be released without written consent from the person(s) occupying the site.

Release of Campsite Information

Under The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Saskatchewan parks must not share your campsite information with anyone without your permission.  This is for your safety and privacy.  Saskatchewan provincial parks will use either of the following options to ensure your privacy:

Option 1

• At time of registration, you will be asked if your campsite information may be released by park staff (a signature is required, as verbal approval is not adequate and your signature will be obtained in such a way that other camper signatures cannot be viewed).
   
• Your permission will be asked and a signature required at all return visits.

Option 2

• Parks may provide a message centre/bulletin board for you to post your campsite information.

Please Note:  After-hour arrivals, for Reserve-a-Site will be informed that their reservation information will be posted.  After-hour arrivals not agreeing to this process must make other arrangements.

Entry

All visitors must possess and display valid park entry.  Refunds are not granted for entry permits.  Lost or stolen entry permits will not be refunded or replaced.  

• Free entry is available for Saskatchewan seniors 65 years of age (turning 65 anytime during the current year) or older when entering a Provincial Park. This promotion runs for the entire summer. A vehicle entry permit is still required and will be issued free of charge.

Generators

Generator use is permitted in provincial park campgrounds but their use may be restricted at the discretion of the park.

Respect Your Surroundings

It is unlawful to damage or remove any sign, facility, turf, rock or the whole or park of any flower, plant, shrub or tree.  It is unlawful to discharge, discard to dispose of any liquid or solid waste other than into a provided sewage system or receptacle.  Wildlife is present in the park.  Maintain and leave a clean site.

Non-Refundable Reservation Fees

(cancellations made within 48 hours of the original booking will not be charged the cancellation fee)

Cancellation

You can cancel or change your reservation at any time online or through the call centre at 1-855-737-7275.

A $10.00 cancellation fee will be charged to all cancellations received after 48 hours of the original booking. The cancellation fee is in addition to the $10 non refundable reservation fee which will not be refunded.

The amount of your refund, if any, will be determined by the following:

• if your reservation is cancelled 48 hours prior to 2:00 p.m. of the first day of your reservation, you will receive a full refund of your camping fees.  These fees can only be refunded to the credit card used in the original transaction.  No exceptions.  The non-refundable reservation fee is not refunded;
   
• if your cancellation is received less than 48 hours prior to 2:00 p.m. on the first day of your reservation, the first night's camping and non-refundable reservation fee are not refunded; or

If the reservation is not cancelled, a site will be held until 2:00 p.m. of the second day of the reservation at which time the site will be released and you will receive a refund on your camping fees paid, less two (2) nights camping fee and the non-refundable reservation fee.

Swimming Lessons

A parent or guardian is required to sign a waiver form for each child taking swimming lessons.  The signed waiver form must be completed and presented upon arrival on the first day of the lesson.

Cost of the lessons is $25.00 per session/week.  You may cancel your reservation using the Internet or by calling Saskatchewan Provincial Parks Call Centre (1-855-737-7275). There is a surcharge fee of $2.00 for using the call centre. You will be required to contact the park for cancellations and changes made less than 2 days prior to the Monday of the weekly swimming lesson.

The amount of your refund, if any, will be determined as follows:

• If your reservation is cancelled more than 48 hours prior to midnight of the first day of the swimming lesson, you will receive a full refund of your swimming lesson fees;
   
• If your reservation is cancelled less than 48 hours prior to midnight of the first day of the swimming lesson, swimming lesson fees are forfeited; or
   
• If the reservation is not cancelled, your class space and refunds will be forfeited if notification is not received indicating your arrival for the second day of classes.