8 Best Family-Friendly Camping Destinations

Are you looking for the perfect campground getaway with tons of activities to keep your family entertained? In this guide, we’ll highlight eight great campground locations, each with its own unique charm and a variety of activities for all ages. Whether you want to explore the towering hills of Cypress Hills, paddle through the crystal-clear waters of Lac La Ronge, or lose yourself in the wide-open beauty of Grasslands National Park, there’s a camping adventure waiting for you.

Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park

Cypress Hills is a great destination for families. Steep rises, lush valleys and pine-scented breezes lend a mountain air to the region and make it perfect for hiking and outdoor adventure. The park features a zipline tour, rock-climbing wall, a leisure pool, tennis courts, a golf course, mini-golf, horseback riding, boat and mountain bike rentals and an observatory complex. 

Camping: Over 600 electric, non-electric, full-service, barrier-free, group and equestrian sites. 

Nearby Attractions: Fort Walsh National Historic Site, Historic Reesor Ranch, Treeosix Adventure Parks, Grotto Gardens Family Fun Farm, Loch Leven Marina and T.Rex Discovery Centre

Prince Albert National Park

Prince Albert National Park is in an area where aspen parkland transitions into boreal forest. Wildlife in this area reflects the changing habitat. You will find everything from moose and bears to foxes and elk. This four-season destination mixes northern wilderness encounters with the comforts of a lakeside resort. 

Camping: 500 electric, non-electric and full-service sites, plus a multitude of back-country opportunities. oTENTiks also available.

Nearby Attractions: Treeosix Adventure Parks, Waskesiu Marina Adventure Centre, Elk Ridge Golf Course, Sturgeon River Ranch, Grey Owl’s Cabin and Waskesiu Golf Course.

Moose Mountain Provincial Park

The aspen forest and lakes of Moose Mountain Provincial Park are found among Saskatchewan grasslands. On the north shore of Kenosee Lake, the park offers outdoor recreation including a large beach, boat launch, tennis court, an 18-hole golf course and beach volleyball courts. 

Camping: Over 350 electric, non-electric, full-service, barrier-free, seasonal, group  and equestrian sites.

Nearby Attractions: Cannington Manor Provincial Historic Park, Kenosee Lake Riding Academy, Prairie Dog Drive-In and Golf Kenosee.

Meadow Lake Provincial Park

Meadow Lake Provincial Park offers 12 campgrounds with a variety of camping experiences, several beaches, more than 200 km of hiking trails including the 135 km Boreal Trail, canoe routes and roughly 130 bird species and wildlife.

Camping: Over 800 electric, non-electric, full-service, barrier-free, seasonal and group sites. Camp-Easy yurts also available.

Nearby Attractions: The Boreal Trail, Loon Lake & District Golf and Country Club, boat/canoe rental available at Pierce Lake Lodge and Northern Cross ResortFlotten Lake Lodge and Waters Edge Eco Lodge.

Grasslands National Park

Grasslands National Park is found in southern Saskatchewan, skirting the Montana border. It is a sanctuary protecting some of the last untouched prairie grasses in North America. The park has a varied terrain, with rolling grasslands, weathered cliffs and mysterious badlands. It is teeming with wildlife, including burrowing owls, plains bison, black-tailed prairie dogs and more. 

Camping: Over 40 designated electric sites, plus a multitude of back-country camping opportunities. oTENTiks and equestrian camping is also available.

*These camping options are all available in both the East Block and West Block of Grasslands.*

Nearby Attractions: Big Muddy Badlands, Prairie Wind & Silver Sage and St. Victor’s Petroglyphs Provincial Historic Park

Lac La Ronge Provincial Park

Wilderness at its finest. Lac La Ronge Provincial Park, located in the Canadian Shield, is the largest provincial park in Saskatchewan and contains more than 11 freshwater lakes. Otter Rapids, Nistowiak Falls and over 1,300 islands call this park home. Holy Trinity Anglican Church, a Provincial and National Historic Site, is accessible by boat. 

Camping: Over 230 electric, non-electric, seasonal and group sites

Nearby Attractions: Churchill River Canoe Outfitters, Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Nistowiak Falls and Nipekamew Sand Cliffs.

Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park

Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park offers awe-inspiring scenery including densely wooded coulees, rugged hills, razorback ridges and beautiful sunsets. Located along the west side of Lake Diefenbaker, this park is a must for water and nature lovers.

Camping: Over 350 electric, non-electric, barrier-free, seasonal, group and equestrian sites. Camp-Easy tents also available.

Nearby Attractions: Great Sand Hills Ecological Reserve, Lake Diefenbaker, Sask Landing Golf Resort and boat rentals available at Sask Landing Marina.

Duck Mountain Provincial Park

Set in a lush forest, Duck Mountain Provincial Park is a haven for outdoor explorers. Two lakes are great for swimming, playing in the sand and fishing. The park boasts several trails for hikers and cyclists, as well as golfing, mini-golf, canoeing and tennis. 

Camping: Over 400 electric, non-electric, full-service, barrier-free, seasonal and group sites. 

Nearby Attractions: Madge Lake Stables, Madge Lake Golf Resort, and Pickerel Point Marina.

Saskatchewan is home to a wide variety of campgrounds that offer something for every family, from adventure seekers or families looking for a relaxing getaway in nature. Gather your family and find the campground that best suits your style to enjoy Saskatchewan’s natural beauty.