Fort Pitt Provincial Park

Park Historic North West Company trading post site

At the confluence of the North and South Saskatchewan Rivers, Fort Pitt Provincial Park protects a 19th-century fur-trade and military site; visitors explore reconstructed buildings, interpretive panels and riverside trails.

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Fort Pitt Provincial Park
53.6363, -109.7432

How to Get to Fort Pitt Provincial Park #

Located in western Saskatchewan on the North Saskatchewan River-reach by car from nearest regional centers and follow park signage; check provincial park resources for directions and seasonal access.

Tips for Visiting Fort Pitt Provincial Park #

  • Visit the interpretive centre to understand the fort's role in the North-West Mounted Police era and the 1885 events.
  • The park is remote-pack food and water and expect limited on-site services.
  • Combine a visit with nearby historical sites along the North Saskatchewan River to make the most of travel time.

Best Time to Visit Fort Pitt Provincial Park #

Summer months provide the most reliable access and visitor services; winter visits require serious winter gear and planning.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 10-25°C
Warmer weather and easier road access to the remote park.
Winter
December-March · -30 to -5°C
Harsh winters; access can be difficult and some facilities closed.

Weather & Climate near Fort Pitt Provincial Park #

Climate

Fort Pitt Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -22°C to 24°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-22° -12°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-19° -8°

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-13° -1°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3° 10°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 10°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -2°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-20° -11°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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