Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Area Alberta Canada

Peppers Lake is located in Central Alberta, Canada around 80kms southeast of Nordegg in the Clearwater County. The road to this lake is al gravel for a very long way, but the roads are in good condition with minimal ruts and potholes.

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Peppers Lake is located in Central Alberta, Canada around 80kms southeast of Nordegg in the Clearwater County. The road to this lake is al gravel for a very long way, but the roads are in good condition with minimal ruts and potholes.

I found Peppers Lake this year while exploring a nearby waterfall. I've since been back many times because I simply fell in love with this little Alberta Lake.

Peppers Lake is gorgeous, nestled in the trees with mountain views peeking out in the distance. The water is clean and clear, with a cool green hue. It is also an enjoyable temperature for swimming! A rare thing in Alberta.

There are many ways to enjoy this area. Take a walk along the trail running beside the lake, or pop into your own private little area on the water from this trail. The initial access of Peppers Lake is only by the boat launch. From there you can walk either way along the lake, but to the west of the boat launch is best if you want a personal lakeside spot. If everyone is grouped up by the launch area and dock, it can get crowded quite quickly as it is a small space. Remember to keep the boat launch clear if someone is coming. It seems to be used as the beach area as well so it can get tricky. Luckily no big power boats allowed here. Do not park at the boat launch. Unload and then park back up the hill near the bathrooms. It is steep to access the lake no matter how you come at it, so if mobility issues are there, this may not be the ideal lake to relax at. Although there is a beautiful bench overlooking the lake near the boat launch.

Fishing Peppers Lake is fun. The trout are quite active most days as you watch them jumping and eating all the bugs landing on the water. You can even see them from up above because the water is so clear. Rainbow and Brook trout are commonly found here. I enjoyed paddleboarding Peppers Lake on the calm days. It can get windy, so be prepared for that if heading out on the water.

There is even a campground at Peppers Lake!
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22 August 2024 at   Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Area, Peppers Lake Rd, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
A beautiful sunny afternoon visit to this central Alberta lake. Depending on when you visit, it can be quite quiet at Peppers Lake.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Area, Peppers Lake Rd, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
There is a narrow trail winding around most of the lake, starting from the boat launch offering beautiful views of Peppers Lake.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Area, Peppers Lake Rd, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
The calm water at Peppers Lake was very inviting. Leaving the perfect water reflections of the sky!
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
These flying friends are everywhere around Peppers Lake! I love the beautiful blue colour. If you want a smile today, do a quick internet search of "Damselfly face up close". There are some pretty cute ones!
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
The area around Peppers Lake is well treed in. Unfortunately just after my most recent visit to Peppers Lake, it was closed due to a nearby wildfire. I am hoping the fire stayed far enough away from this amazing little spot. The greens were stunning.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Sitting in the centre of this small lake, enjoying the surrounding natural beauty of Alberta's landscape from my paddleboard.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
I paddled to the far end of the lake wondering if a river came in, or how it flowed. But there was not much on the far west side of the lake. No river to paddle up and continue on.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
I love the mountains peeking out in the distance, and the amazing amount of trees!
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Near the dayuse parking area, just up the hill from the boat launch, you'll find outhouse style washrooms. Bring your own toilet paper!
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
We saw many people fishing on Peppers Lake in Central Alberta. You'll find rainbow trout and brook trout swimming around in here. Most are just cute small ones, but there is the odd bigger one swimming around of course!
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Peppers Lake has a tiny day use area, mixed with the boat launch. The dock is a beautiful T shape, allowing for more nature lovers to enjoy at the same time.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Peppers Lake is found in the Clearwater County...the water around here is in fact very clear! Appropriately named section of the province for sure.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
From the boat launch, there is a small, short, trail leading to the cute bench.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Out enjoying a solo paddle on Peppers Lake. The wind stayed down, so it was a very nice and easy coast from one end of the lake to the other.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Area offers many adventures to be had! Found in the gorgeous Clearwater County.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Peppers Lake has a nice campground up above the lake. The campground is not level with the lake and requires up and down hill walks to the water.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
Peppers Lake is part of the North Saskatchewan River Watershed. This sign gives a bit of information about the water source and where it heads off to.
22 August 2024 ·   1 month ago taken in   Peppers Lake, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada
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