Clearwater River Provincial Park

Park Provincial park along Clearwater River with canoeing

A Saskatchewan park preserving stretches of the Clearwater River; appeals to canoeists, anglers, backcountry campers and visitors seeking river scenery.

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Clearwater River Provincial Park
56.9169, -109.1683

How to Get to Clearwater River Provincial Park #

Accessible by regional roads in Saskatchewan; the park is reached from nearby towns via provincial highways. Check Saskatchewan Parks for exact directions and seasonal updates.

Tips for Visiting Clearwater River Provincial Park #

  • Be prepared for mosquito activity in summer and carry insect repellent and long sleeves when hiking.
  • Check river levels and provincial park advisories before visiting; remote sections can be seasonally impassable.
  • Aim for midweek visits to avoid local weekend crowds.

Best Time to Visit Clearwater River Provincial Park #

Summer provides the most accessible conditions for river activities.

Summer
June-September · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Best weather for paddling and riverside hiking.
Late spring
May-June · 4-16°C (39-61°F)
Snowmelt raises river levels; dramatic flows but tricky conditions.
Autumn
September-October · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Cooler weather and changing foliage; fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Clearwater River Provincial Park #

Climate

Clearwater River Provincial Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -15°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-25° -15°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -10°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-16° -3°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -6°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-22° -13°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

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