In the heart of Saskatchewan you will find one of the most beautiful places on earth, the Prince Albert National Park of Canada. . The park lies in a transition zone between the parkland and the northern forest. It protects a slice of the magnificent northern ‘boreal’ forest. The park includes the only fully protected white pelican nesting colony in Canada and it has a free-ranging herd of plains bison. Vast varieties of wildlife live and are protected in the Prince Albert National Park. Saskatchewan camping in the Park offers breathtaking scenic drives, great hiking, swimming, canoeing, boating, fishing, cycling, wildlife and bird watching, and interpretive programs for the whole family. The Park even has an eighteen hole, par 70 golf course in Waskesiu, a town in the Park. There are hospitable privately owned
Saskatchewan Campgrounds near the Park.
RV Saskatchewan for great family fun in the area around Blaine Lake. This area is naturally beautiful, it has crystal clear lakes, the largest tree in all of Saskatchewan, and a forest of crooked trees that look like you just walked into a sci-fi movie. The city is friendly and the locals will gladly help you find all the interesting things to see and do. (They may not be quite as forth coming with the best fishing spots.) There are plenty of friendly Saskatchewan campgrounds in the area for you to park your RV or pitch your tent.
Saskatoon is the largest city in Saskatchewan. Saskatoon is full of historical significance and cultural activities. There are museums and theatres in abundance. If you are traveling with children don’t miss the Children’s Discovery Museum on the Saskatchewan. “The Children’s Discovery Museum is a place where children learn through play. Our exhibits and programming foster creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.” For more information on the
Children’s Discovery Museum consult their website. Your children will love this place. Saskatchewan campgrounds are near by for your relaxation and outdoor entertainment pleasures.
Regina is the capital of Saskatchewan. The name “Regina” is Latin for “Queen.” The cities name was chosen in honor of Queen Victoria, who was the reigning monarch at the time. Regina is home to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Academy. All Mounties do their basic training at this Academy. The RCMP Heritage Centre is a great place to learn about the history of this famous force. The Chapel at the RCMP Academy Depot is the oldest building remaining in Regina, built in 1883. The Chapel contains the original pews and beautiful stained glass windows. Services are still held in this Chapel regularly.
While you RV Saskatchewan in the area in or around Regina, don’t miss the Wascana Centre. This is a beautiful man-made park that follows the curves or the Wascana Lake. The park was built in the 1930’s as part of a work project for the unemployed. Today, it is the city’s main recreation area. There are walking and cycling trails, a swimming pool and waterfowl ponds. The Wascana Centre supports a diverse and impressive marsh ecosystem. This is an exciting place for children to learn about wildlife and the environment as they take part in the Wascana Junior Naturalists program.
The Wascana Centre is also home to the Saskatchewan Science Centre, the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, the Saskatchewan Centre of the Arts, the University of Regina and the Saskatchewan Legislative Building. Regina is definitely a place to plan on spending a few days at a Saskatchewan campground, there is so much to see.
Saskatchewan camping from the northern wilderness of Lac La Ronge Provincial Park to the more populated southern cities will delight the whole family. RV Saskatchewan for a view of Canada at its best.