Sikome Aquatic Facility - Know before You Go

Our local swim spot, Sikome Lake in Fish Creek Provincial Park, will be opening for the summer on Friday, June 24, 2022. Sikome is classified as a “man-made beach”. Three fresh water wells supply the water; no water is taken from the Bow River. There is a water treatment plant on site.

The lake is very shallow near the main entrance and is great for young children to play in. However, water does not have to be deep to present a drowning hazard so always keep young children within arms reach. Parts of the lake reach over 2 meters deep (near the centre).

The beach is large and sandy, if a little coarse. Bring your sand toys and beach blankets.

Here are a few things you need to know in advance:

• Hours of operation are 10 am to 7:30 pm with last admission at 6:30 pm

• There are no lifeguards - Use this facility at your own risk!

• You need a day pass to enter - fees vary from $10/family to free for children 0-5 years (no refunds)

• Families must enter at the same time to be included in the family rate

• Facilities include a concession, change rooms, washrooms, playgrounds, a sand volleyball court and some picnic tables (bike racks are in the parking lot)

• Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times and there must be one adult for every five children under 12

• Parents must be within arm’s reach of children aged 7 and under at all times and kids under 3 years need a swim diaper

• Children and people who can’t swim should use an approved FDA lifejacket

• Restrictions include:

  • No glass containers, alcohol, cannabis or smoking/vaping on site

  • No pets allowed except service animal on a leash (can’t go in water)

  • No large rafts, skim boards, paddle boards and hard-bottomed boats

  • No metal toys/equipment, bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, drones, or kites

To plan for a successful visit, visit their website first at albertaparks.ca/sikome.

Have fun in the Sun!