Camping & Hiking · Water Sports · Saskatchewan
A family campground at Pike Lake just outside Saskatoon, known for its pool and water slide, beach, mini golf and quiet no-motorboat lake. Some double sites are tight, and washrooms can suffer on busy weekends.
Pike Lake Campground sits a short drive from Saskatoon, and that closeness is a big part of its appeal. Campers describe a peaceful lake with no motorboats, a clean beach and plenty of well-kept walking trails. It's the kind of place families return to year after year for a weekend away without a long drive.
The facilities get steady praise. Several visitors single out the big swimming pool and water slide, which is inexpensive, along with mini golf and kids' playgrounds. One camper mentioned free firewood, and others liked the newer washroom buildings. Staff and security get a good word too, and one family with an annual pass said it saves a long wait at the front gate, where daily lineups can build up.
There's a lot to do beyond the campsite. Visitors mention kayaks, paddle boards and paddle boats for rent, fishing, a boat cruise, picnic areas and cabins, and a group site that makes family gatherings easier. One camper enjoyed the organized crafts and a glow-themed evening event. It suits families with kids especially well.
The main complaints are about layout and cleaning. One reviewer found some double sites cramped, with two trailers squeezed together and a shared power pedestal that can leave one unit needing an extension cord. A couple of more recent visitors found the campground toilets dirty, particularly on a long-weekend Sunday morning. Pack an extension cord if you're booking a double, and expect busier facilities on holiday weekends.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 208 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Pike Lake Campground directly.
