Miquelon Lake Provincial Park Park
Provincial park centered on saline lake and wetlands
Miquelon Lake Provincial Park east of Edmonton protects saline lake shoreline, wetlands and trails; visitors come for birdwatching, hiking and seasonal boating.
Miquelon Lake Provincial Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Miquelon Lake Provincial Park#
Approximately 30 km east of Edmonton; access via Highway 14 and secondary roads to the park entrance with parking areas near the main beach.
Tips for Visiting Miquelon Lake Provincial Park#
- Check lake levels and local advisories - some access points become marshy after heavy rains.
- The park has limited facilities; bring bug spray and a picnic if planning a day visit.
- Look for the migratory bird flocks in spring and autumn along the lake shore.
Best Time to Visit Miquelon Lake Provincial Park#
Spring and autumn attract birdwatchers; summer is good for lakeside recreation but expect more insects.
Spring and autumn
April-June, Sept-Oct · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Peak bird migration periods and pleasant daytime temperatures.
Summer
July-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warmer water temperatures and active park use, though mosquitoes increase.
Weather & Climate near Miquelon Lake Provincial Park#
Climate
Miquelon 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 -19°C to 21°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 28
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -19° - -8° | -20° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -16° - -5° | -16° | 15 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -10° - 0° | -10° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 9° | 0° | 29 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 16° | 8° | 48 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 19° | 14° | 80 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 9° - 21° | 15° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 16° | 8° | 43 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -1° - 10° | 2° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -10° - -1° | -10° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -17° - -7° | -18° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |