Meadow Lake Provincial Park

Park Saskatchewan provincial park of boreal forest and lakes

Meadow Lake Provincial Park in Saskatchewan covers lakes, boreal forest and shoreline campsites; visitors fish, boat, canoe, hike trails and use developed campgrounds across the park’s lake network.

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Meadow Lake Provincial Park is a provincial park in Saskatchewan that encompasses boreal forest and numerous lakes around the town of Meadow Lake. It provides a network of campgrounds, boat launches and trails for outdoor recreation across a large forested landscape.

Visitors use the park primarily for fishing, boating, camping and trail-based activities; facilities include multiple provincially operated campgrounds and boat access points. The park’s lakes and forested terrain support wildlife viewing and seasonal outdoor recreation.

The park was created to protect boreal landscapes and provide provincial recreational infrastructure. Over time it has been developed with campgrounds and trail systems to support visitors.

Meadow Lake Provincial Park lies in northwestern Saskatchewan around the town of Meadow Lake, within the province’s boreal forest region.

  • Recreation: The park contains a mix of lakes, boreal forest and campground facilities that support fishing, boating and canoeing in summer and cross-country skiing in winter.
Meadow Lake Provincial Park
54.4502, -109.0016

Tips for Visiting Meadow Lake Provincial Park #

  • If you plan to camp during summer (June-August), reserve campsites in advance through the Saskatchewan Parks online booking system-camp infrastructure and spots fill up on holiday weekends.
  • Visit in the shoulder seasons (late spring or early fall) for quieter fishing and wildlife viewing; some services and facilities are reduced off‑peak, so check park notices first.
  • Study the park map and official website before arrival to note which lakes and boat launches you want to use-Meadow Lake Provincial Park is large and access points and services vary widely across the park.
  • If you're planning paddling or remote fishing, plan logistics (fuel, route, campsite locations) in advance and assume cell coverage will be unreliable in many areas.

Best Time to Visit Meadow Lake Provincial Park #

The best time to visit Meadow Lake Provincial Park is summer for warm, accessible outdoor activities; avoid winter unless prepared for snow and cold.

Summer (best for camping and water activities)
June-August · 15-25°C
Warmest and most pleasant weather for hiking, canoeing and camping; lakes and trails are fully accessible.
Autumn (cooler, quieter)
September-October · 0-10°C
Cooler temperatures and fewer visitors; good for fall colors and quieter backcountry experiences, but nights get chilly.
Winter (cold, snowy)
November-March · well below freezing to around −10°C
Long, cold winters with snow and ice that limit typical summer recreation and make many roads/trails inaccessible without winter gear.

Weather & Climate near Meadow Lake Provincial Park #

Climate

Meadow Lake 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 -24°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-24° -12°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -20°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-20° -7°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-14° -1°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 23°

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-21° -10°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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