Suffern Lake

Park Info

Season:
May 1 - September 30
Park Entry:
$5.00 per day.
Payment Information:
Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa and MasterCard are accepted.
GPS:
52.64050 -109.89802
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Park Description

The park is quiet and peaceful, perhaps one of the greatest charms about this park is the quiet atmosphere that provides a chance to recharge your batteries and relax. The lake is a small one so there is a speed limit of 5 km for ALL boats.


Local Services

The towns of Chauvin, Marsden and Macklin have services such as groceries and laundry. For extensive shopping Lloydminster is one hour drive. Medical services are available in Neilburg. All towns have gas stations.


Park / Area History

Established in 1967 as a centennial project. The lake is located in the middle of a section of land that was crown land. The lake was originally called Fish Lake and renamed to Suffern Lake dedicating it after Jack Suffern who was a government agent (Forest Ranger) for the area from 1914 to 1945. Jack (a local Metis) who lived in the area started stocking Fish Lake with fish during this time and also planted a whole section of land to evergreen trees on nearby crown land locally know as our prairie Pine forest.

Policies

No fireworks in the park. No Jet Skis or ATV’s allowed in the park. Boat speed limit of 5 km/hr for ALL boats. Dogs must be on leash.

Bylaws

Suffern Lake Bylaws

Suffern Lake Constitution

 Events

Description Date Amount
Bunnock Tournament – Family Function July (pending) $100.00/Team of 4
Bunnock Night Tournament Sept (pending) $100.00/Team of 4
Night Golf Tournament Sept (pending) $100.00/Team of 4

Camping Fees

(prices subject to change without notice)

Description Unit Amount
30 Amp and Water Daily $30.00
30 Amp and Water Weekly $175.00
30 Amp and Water Monthly $500.00
30 Amp and Water Seasonally $1750.00
Non Serviced Daily $20.00
Non Serviced Weekly $140.00
Non Serviced Monthly $330.00
Non Serviced Seasonally $750.00

 Golfing Fees

(prices subject to change without notice)

Description Unit Amount
9 Hole Round 9 Holes Free
Adult Membership Seasonally Free
Family Membership Seasonally Free
Senior Membership Seasonally Free
Student Membership Seasonally Free
University Membership Seasonally Free
Youth Membership – 10 & under Seasonally Free

Rentals/Other Fees

(prices subject to change without notice)

Description Unit Amount
Firewood Per Bundle $10.00
Hall Rental Daily $150.00
Hall Rental 3 Day Weekend $375.00
Hall Rental – Damage Deposit Refundable $200.00
Showers Coin Operated $1.00

 

 

  • Barrier Free Areas (Wheelchair Accessible)
  • Bunnock (Bones) Court
  • Camping (Non-Electrical)
  • Fire Wood
  • Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Playground
  • Sewer Dump Station
  • Volleyball Court
  • Beach Area
  • Camping (Electrical Sites)
  • Camping Seasonal
  • Fishing
  • Hall and/or Shelter Rental
  • Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
  • Showers
  • Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
  • Boat Launch
  • Camping (Electricity and Water)
  • Cell Phone Service
  • Golf Course 9 Hole Artificial Greens
  • Internet and/or Wifi Service
  • Picnic Tables
  • Quiet Time Enforced
  • Swimming Area
  • Washrooms (Outhouse)

Camping

Suited for large camping units, the park has 36 electrical and 20 non serviced sites. All sites are naturally drained. Each site has picnic tables, ground level fire pits, and a trash can. Water connections for most sites are available and from a tap nearby for some sites. Washrooms in the campground are modern flush toilets, and clubhouse has flush toilets and showers. Shade is provided in most sites by tall aspens and willow scrub into which the sites are built. Each site has a small bay with a large open area in front and will hold the largest unit. The clubhouse can be rented for private functions. There is a wealth of family or group camping available, as the open space in front of each site extends for quite a ways.


Group Camping

We can arrange to have some sites used for group camping and we also have a more open area without services which can also be used for group camping.

 

 

 

 

Golf

A nine hole par 33 artificial green golf course is available just on the right as you drive in. Fairways extend for 2438 yards over low hills amid the poplar scrub, providing shade and varying terrain. The clubhouse has a covered deck, flush toilets, showers and a small hall available for rent. Tee reservations are normally not needed. To book the hall or arrange a private tournament, contact the park office.

  • 9 Hole Artificial Greens
  • Clubhouse
  • Rental Hall

Swimming

There is a beach and playground equipment at the lake. No lifeguard is on duty. Gazebo for sitting area beside the beach and playground.  Outdoor shower at the beach area.

Playground/Recreation Activities

We have a large modern playground over looking the beach area. Gazebo for sitting area by the beach and playground.

Boating and Fishing

The lake is a small one so there is a speed limit of 5 km for ALL boaters. A boat launch is provided at the South-East end of the lake, with fish filleting stations. Parking is at a premium, so boaters are asked to park their trailers in their sites. The lake is stocked annually with rainbow and brook trout. Anglers say that fishing is good!

Hiking/Nature Trails

There are many areas to explore in tree covered sand hills plus the sand dunes.

Additional Features

Sand dunes in the park are within walking distance.

We also have 9 bunnock (bones) courts to have tournaments or just have fun with your group. We also host a tournament once or twice a year.