The boat launch on the eastern side of the lake offers easy access to get out on the water for windsurfing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing, paddleboarding, canoeing, or kayaking. Anglers can cast a line for walleye, perch, turbot, and northern pike,\u00a0but\u00a0you’ll need a fishing license. Besides boating and fishing, there are also hiking trails, a beach, and camping within Blackstrap Provincial Park’s idyllic scenery.<\/p>\n
Read more: Unwritten Rules You Should Know Before Visiting Yellowstone National Park<\/a><\/p>\n Hit the trails and the water at Blackstrap Provincial Park There are over 15 miles of trails<\/a>\u00a0in the park, including\u00a044 separate treks. Wander along the water on the\u00a00.4-mile Shoreline Trail<\/a>, while cyclists might want to take the Top Shelf route and descend on the Backside Trail. The\u00a0Blackstrap Lower and Upper Coulee Trail<\/a> is a 3.4-mile hike that takes between one and 1.5 hours, with pretty views over the lake and surrounding greenery. This trail is somewhat exposed, so bring water and sunscreen if hiking during the hot summer months. You can hike to the top of Mount Blackstrap<\/a> on a 0.8-mile out-and-back trail, which will take between 30 and 60 minutes. If you’re embarking on the trek alone, keep these\u00a0safety tips for solo hikers<\/a> in mind.<\/p>\n After exploring the trails, head to Blackstrap Provincial Park’s sandy beach to go swimming and cool off in the water. Aspen Grove Beach\u00a0has a large grassy area for relaxing\u00a0and\u00a0trees if you prefer more shade. There is an inflatable water park at the beach, which is open seasonally and provides plenty of fun in the sun \u2014 it has 13 on-water challenges for ages 5 and up. The main beach has a changing area with toilets and showers. There is also a smaller beach near Kevin Misfeldt campground on the southern side of the lake\u00a0if you’d rather avoid the crowds.<\/p>\n Camp overnight at Blackstrap There are three campgrounds at Blackstrap Provincial Park \u2014 Sunset Ridge, Kevin Misfeldt, and Hazelnut Grove \u2014 providing\u00a0147 campsites in total<\/a>. Most sites have electricity, while others are rustic and primitive. Kevin Misfeldt campground has scenic lake views and modern restrooms, while Hazelnut Grove is closest to the park entrance, providing the best access for hiking trails and the beach. Sunset Ridge is right next to the Misfeldt sites, complete with fire rings, picnic tables, and full hookups.<\/p>\n For an opulent stay under the stars, book one of the luxury domes at Blackstrap Glamping Resort, which is inside the park. One Google reviewer<\/a> summed up their positive experience at Blackstrap, saying, “Great park that is nicely maintained. Facilities and sites are clean and well-kept. Awesome public beach area. Excellent proximity to Saskatoon makes it a convenient drive. Overall a great place for anyone to come and enjoy.”<\/p>\n Blackstrap Provincial Park is a 35-minute drive south of the hip prairie destination of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan’s largest city<\/a>. There is no public transport here, so you’ll need your own vehicle to visit, along with a Saskatchewan Parks vehicle permit \u2014 there are daily, weekly, or annual options available. Explore more of the great outdoors in Saskatchewan with a visit to the wildly underrated Grasslands National Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ready to discover more hidden gems and expert travel tips? Subscribe to our free newsletter<\/a> and add us as a preferred search source<\/a> for access to the world’s best-kept travel secrets.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/f547a0861f46f501b1fb083532594ea6.jpeg\"\/)
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