Meadow Lake Provincial Park
RV Guide
Introduction
Meadow Lake Provincial Park offers exceptional RV camping across 12 campgrounds with over 800 sites, featuring Saskatchewan's largest provincial park at 1,600+ square kilometres, the renowned 135-kilometre Boreal Trail, and some of the province's best beaches and fishing opportunities. Key campgrounds like Greig Lake and Kimball Lake provide full-service sites, while the park spans over 20 lakes, rivers, and streams, making it a favorite destination for many vacationers. Strategic RV rentals from Meadow Lake and Saskatoon offer prime access to this northern wilderness that welcomed thousands of visitors seeking authentic boreal forest experiences in 2025.
What Makes Meadow Lake Provincial Park the Ultimate RV Destination?
Spanning more than 1,600 square kilometres and featuring more than 20 lakes, rivers, and streams, Meadow Lake Provincial Park is one of the largest provincial parks in Canada. This northern Saskatchewan wilderness captures the authentic beauty of Canada's boreal forest, offering RVers an unparalleled opportunity to experience pristine lakes, dense forests, and abundant wildlife in their natural habitat.
What sets this park apart is the Boreal Trail, spanning 135 kilometres as the only year-round destination backpacking trail in the Saskatchewan Provincial Park system. The trail offers numerous day hiking options as well as multi-day adventures, making it a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're exploring the iconic beaches at Sandy Beach Campground or casting a line for trophy walleye and northern pike, every corner of this vast wilderness offers new discoveries.
The park transforms with each season, providing year-round recreation opportunities. Summer brings perfect conditions for swimming at Saskatchewan's finest beaches, while winter offers groomed cross-country ski trails and snowmobile adventures. The park offers excellent fishing and water-based opportunities with some of the best beaches in Saskatchewan, plus wildlife viewing opportunities, including moose, black bears, and over 200 bird species.
With its 12 distinct campgrounds, Meadow Lake provides options for every type of RV adventure. From full-service sites at Greig Lake and Kimball Lake to remote backcountry experiences, you'll find your perfect basecamp. The park's strategic location makes it easily accessible while maintaining that authentic wilderness feel that makes every camping trip memorable.
RV Rentals in Meadow Lake Provincial Park
Transportation
Driving
Meadow Lake Provincial Park is accessible through multiple entrances, all suitable for RVs. The main entrance is located on Highway 4 near Dorintosh, while the west side can be accessed via Highway 55 through Pierceland to Sandy Beach, and Highway 26 through Goodsoil to Murray Doell areas. Road conditions vary from paved highways to gravel park roads, so plan accordingly for your RV's size and capabilities.
Most park roads accommodate RVs up to 40 feet in length, though some campground access roads may have restrictions. The entry gate at Goodsoil campground is permanently closed, so pre-purchase entry permits are available online or at a different park campground gate or the administration office at the Highway 4 park entrance.
Where Are the Best Gateway Cities for RV Rentals?
Saskatchewan Gateway Access: Meadow Lake RV rentals position you perfectly as the closest gateway city, providing direct access to the park's eastern entrances and main administration office. This location offers essential services and supplies before entering the wilderness.
Major City Access: Saskatoon RV rentals serve as an excellent launching point for multi-park Saskatchewan adventures, located approximately 2.5 hours south of the park. This major centre provides the widest selection of RV types and full preparation services for extended wilderness camping.
Parking
RV parking is available at all 12 campgrounds and major day-use areas throughout the park. Popular locations like Greig Lake and Kimball Lake offer spacious sites designed for larger rigs, while Sandy Beach provides excellent beach access parking. During the peak summer season, arrive early or make reservations to secure preferred sites.
Public Transportation
Public transportation is not available to Meadow Lake Provincial Park. The nearest bus services terminate in Meadow Lake city or nearby communities like Pierceland and Goodsoil, requiring vehicle transport for the final stretch to campgrounds.
Campgrounds and parking in Meadow Lake Provincial Park
Campsites in Meadow Lake Provincial Park
Reservations camping
Sandy Beach Campground
Sandy Beach offers 79 sites for all ages and tents, at an elevation of 1640 feet, with electric-only sites, water, showers, and dump facilities. True to its name, this campground boasts one of Saskatchewan's finest natural sand beaches. The west-side location provides stunning sunset views and excellent fishing access. Sites accommodate RVs up to 35 feet with 30-amp electrical hookups. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, and a boat launch area.
Greig Lake Campground
Greig Lake features 143 sites, accommodating all ages and tents, at an elevation of 1605 feet, with electric-only sites, water, showers, dump, and laundry facilities. This flagship campground offers some of the best amenities in the park, including a beach area, boat launch, and interpretive programs. Sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet with 30-amp electrical service. The campground features both treed sites for privacy and open sites with lake views. Additional amenities include playground facilities, flush toilets, and a camp store during peak season.
Kimball Lake Campground
Kimball Lake provides 190 sites accommodating all ages and tents, at an elevation of 1577 feet, with electric-only sites, water, showers, dump, and laundry facilities. This popular family destination offers excellent beach access and is known for its clean, sandy swimming areas. The campground provides both back-in and pull-through sites for RVs up to 40 feet. Facilities include modern restrooms with showers, a playground, and hiking trail access to the Boreal Trail system.
First-come first-served
First-Come First-Served Campgrounds
Matheson Lake offers a more secluded camping experience with limited services but a spectacular wilderness setting. This smaller campground provides basic sites suitable for self-contained RVs up to 30 feet. Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and boat launch access. The campground serves as an excellent basecamp for Boreal Trail hiking and backcountry exploration.
Mistohay Lake Campground
Mistohay Lake provides a wilderness camping experience with basic facilities for RVs up to 25 feet. Sites offer beautiful lake access for fishing and canoeing, with vault toilets and fire pits available. This first-come, first-served location is perfect for those seeking solitude and authentic boreal forest camping.
Flotten Lake Campground
Flotten Lake operates May through Labour Day for all ages and tents, at 1783 feet elevation as one of the smaller campgrounds in the system. This remote location offers excellent fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Basic amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, with sites suitable for smaller RVs and trailers.
Alternate camping
Private Campgrounds
Lake Time Rentals features RV camper rentals at Greig Lake Campground in Meadow Lake Provincial Park, with "Bells & Whistles," "Big & Spacious," and "Water View" options available from June 1 to Labour Day long weekend. Additionally, Flotten Lake Adventures Resort offers modern cabins, rustic tenting, RV sites, and glamping Lodge accommodation among the giant spruce trees and lazy shores of Flotten Lake.
Backcountry Camping
The Boreal Trail offers 13 designated backcountry campsites along its 135-kilometre length, where visitors are expected to practice Leave No Trace principles. Each campsite includes a pit toilet, bear-proof lockers, and a barbecue, available for $18 per night. Advanced reservations required through the Saskatchewan Parks system.
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Seasonal activities in Meadow Lake Provincial Park
In-Season
Boating
With a myriad of bodies of water to explore, Meadow Lake Provincial Park is an excellent place to spend time on the water in a vessel of your choice. Choose to bring along a kayak or canoe from which to explore the park, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the area as you paddle along. Boat and paddleboat rentals are available, making it easy to obtain the best watercraft for your adventure. The boat launches ensure that you will have no trouble getting started on your journey.
Hiking
There are all sorts of hiking opportunities available within Meadow Lake Provincial Park. From easy to significantly challenging, you will be able to find a hike within the park that matches your ability level. For example, if you are looking for an easy hike, you can try Kimball Lake Hiking Trail, which offers a short loop (2 km/1.25 miles) as well as a longer loop of 6.5 km (4 miles). Those looking for a more challenging adventure can check out the Boreal Trail, which includes more than 120 km (74.5 miles) within the park and can be accessed from different points. You can hike a portion as a day hike or choose to do some backcountry camping as you make your way along the trail over as many days. Regardless of which hikes you decide to do, you will have the opportunity to explore the park and all that it offers.
Fishing
A popular activity in Meadow Lake Provincial Park is fishing. More than 25 lakes are found within the confines of the park and most of the lakes include boat launches for those who prefer to fish from a vessel. You can find northern pike and walleye in most of the lakes and some of the lakes are stocked with a variety of trout. While waiting for a bite on your line, take a moment to appreciate your surroundings. The park offers nine day-use areas that include a fish filleting station; you can bring your catch to one of these areas and prepare your meal.
Off-Season
Snowmobiling
Just because it's wintertime and there is snow on the ground, doesn't mean that fun at Meadow Lake Provincial Park is off limits. The park has snowmobile trails that are perfect for adventurers with all levels of experience; beginner, intermediate and expert. The snowmobile trails will allow you to cover a lot of ground in the park so that you can drink in its winter beauty. Look out for Alder Trail, which is 22 km (13.67 miles) long, Balsam Trail (25 km/15.5 miles), Tamarac Trail (29 km/18 miles) and Jack Pine Trail (37 km/23 miles). Some of the snowmobile trails are groomed. Get ready to explore the park AND a rush of adrenaline, from atop a snowmobile.
Cross-country Skiing
Once the snow starts to fall at Meadow Lake Provincial Park, you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the park. One such opportunity is cross-country skiing. Trails are available at Greig Lake, which is in the east central region of the park and include 24 km (15 miles) groomed for the activity. You will be able to view a weekly trail report on the website for Saskatchewan parks, which will let you know if the time is right to do some skiing. If so, get out those skis and enjoy exploring the park while also getting in a good workout.
Ice Fishing
With so many lakes within its confines, Meadow Lake Provincial Park is popular for its fishing opportunities. Just because the weather has gotten colder and the lakes have frozen does not mean you will miss out on fishing when you visit. Ice fishing is a popular winter activity in the park. While attempting to catch a fish during your effort at ice fishing, you will have time to take in the scenery and enjoy the solitude that the park has to offer.
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