Twin Lakes Campground and Winfield PNT

Twin Lakes Campground, operated by the County of Wetaskiwin, features two lakes ideal for water sports like kayaking and scuba diving. Winfield PNT is under lease to the county and is part of the campground.

Looking South across the lake as divers prepare for their descent, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
Looking South across the lake as divers prepare for their descent, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.

Two for One Deal! Twin Lakes Campground is run by the County of Wetaskiwin [1]. The Twin in the name comes from there being two lakes nearby. Both the Winfield PNT and the land between and East of the lakes are Crown Land. The County of Wetaskiwin has a Tourism and Commercial Development Lease that overlaps with the Winfield PNT as well as the two quarter sections to the east (see map in the gallery).

Nice Campground. Starting with the forested road down to the lake, the campground is very pretty. The lake is popular for self-propelled water sports ranging from rubber dinghies, stand up boards, and SCUBA diving! If you can get a spot, a great place to get away for a few days – or as a day trip destination.

Twin Lake refers to the West and East bodies of water separated by less than 700 M. The West Twin lake is 35 m deep and the sides are steep, particularly along the south shore. It is a popular scuba diving and canoeing spot. The surface area of the lake is 0.24 km2 and is oval. No motorized boats are allowed. The main catch is rainbow trout. East Twin is shallow [3].

Disappearance Mystery. A poignant memorial asks for help finding Sharel Haresym. This young man disappeared without a trace and has been missing since 1984. Born in 1949, he would now be in his 70’s if still alive.

Any maps and map views are for general information only. Do not rely on them for navigation or to determine legal boundaries.

The Fast Facts

Area Details

  • Name/Owner: County Land and Protected Notation lease.
  • Is it Worth It and Why Go Here?: 5/5: Overall (5 out of 5);
  • Wayne Gretzky Units: 89 KM
  • Trail Classification: Rating: 60; Access: Granted; Develop: Earthen Track. ; Maint: Maintained; Season: Three Seasons: Not clear if you can access the campground off-season.
    • The Drive Out: If you have time, stop by Thee Upcycler; David Mcauley is a local artist specializing in recycled metal. Falun is a tiny hamlet off HWY 795. It has a pretty little church which is visible from HWY 13. As a bonus, there is a Go-Kart track near Falun!
  • The Other Shoe: Camping, canoeing, scuba diving.
  • Frank’s Trip Notes
  • First done: 2024-09-24. Weather: Hot and clear skies.

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  • The view from the access road looking, note the kayak rental station midframe, Twin Lake-Winfield, 2024-09-24, P. Potter.
    The view from the access road looking, note the kayak rental station midframe, Twin Lake-Winfield, 2024-09-24, P. Potter.
  • This Sea Can contains a gear locker and diving facility for a SCUBA club, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
    This Sea Can contains a gear locker and diving facility for a SCUBA club, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
  • Looking down and W into the PNT, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
    Looking down and W into the PNT, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
  • A selection of water activities, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
    A selection of water activities, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
  • Leases provided to the County, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
    Leases provided to the County, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
  • A poignant memorial on the strange disappearance of a young man, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.
    A poignant memorial on the strange disappearance of a young man, Twin Lakes Campground & Winfield PNT, 2024-09-24.

Notes and Reference

  1. Twin Lakes Campground | County of Wetaskiwin.
  2. Winfield PNT | SAPAA.
  3. Lakes | Wetaskiwin County.

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