Looking for a double scoop of summertime fun?  How about sunning, swimming or parasailing at one of the biggest natural beaches in southern Saskatchewan?  Or maybe you'd prefer to troll for trophy walleye, sail down 100-km-long Last Mountain Lake or gather the gang for a round of beach volleyball, baseball or mini-golf?

Rowan's Ravine Provincial Park, less than an hour northwest of Regina, offers a wide array of summertime recreational opportunities.

Those who prefer fixed-roof accommodations might consider the camping cabins right beside the marina, a superb 85-slip arrangement with overnight or full-season mooring.  A store and boat gas are close at hand and there's a licensed restaurant overlooking the lake.

Terra-firma fans can watch for whitetail and mule deer on the native prairie hiking trail.  If you're a fan of winged wildlife and efforts to preserve it, you won't want to miss Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area.  Established in 1887, this bird sanctuary at the north end of the lake is the oldest in North America!

Wake up your senses!  Come and play at Rowan's Ravine Provincial Park.

Rowan's Ravine is a Reserve-a-Site park.  All electric Reserve-a-Sites are now booked on the weekends to August 15.  You may call the campground office at (306) 725-5200 to check on reserve-a-sites available midweek in July & August.  There are still non-electrical Reserve-a-Sites available.  Click here for more information.

Two campgrounds, providing 298 campsites, each have a service centre with modern washroom and shower facilities.  Seasonal, barrier-free and group camping services and facilities are available:

• Electric Sites:  200 (near a service centre)
• Non-electric Sites:  98 (near a service centre)
• Group Sites:  2

Rowan's Ravine offers seasonal camping spots. 

Seasonal camping is available at this park in 2009.  The sites are distributed through a lottery system.  The seasonal camping draw is now complete for this year; successful applicants will be notified.  Thank you for your interest in the seasonal camping program.  The Seasonal Camping rates and rules are available here.

Two group areas in the Underwood Campground can be booked for family reunions, school/youth groups and other group gatherings.  Both group areas are non-electrified and close to modern washroom facilities.  Group areas are equipped with tables, barbecues and fire pits.  Book these group areas in advance to ensure availability.  All bookings of group camping sites require a non-refundable reservation fee.  Please contact the park office at (306) 725-5200 for more information.

In-Park Services

Rowan’s Ravine offers a host of amenities inside the park, including a diner, marina, and store that offers groceries and supplies.  As well, there are cabins available for rent.  The nearby Town of Strasbourg offers a full slate of services and amenities. 

G&S Marina Outfitters:  G & S Marina Outfitters Store and office building is located at the Marina in Rowans Ravine Provincial Park.  The Marina Store offers a full line of confectionary and convenience supplies, fishing tackle, fishing licences, marina slip rentals, on-water gas pumps, boat rentals, peddle boat rentals, camping cabin rentals and professionally guided fishing and hunting service.

Cabin Rentals:  Take in a spectacular view of Last Mountain Lake as you relax in one of 12 semi-modern, air conditioned cabins available for rent through G & S Marina Outfitters.  Or, walk a short distance to the beach, restaurant or marina.  Phone:  (306) 725-4466 or email:  fish@gsmarina.com.

RB’S Diner:  Experience friendly, licensed dining indoors or out on the patio at RB's Diner, just a short distance from the main beach.  The location, overlooking the marina and Last Mountain Lake, allows you to enjoy your meal with a spectacular view.  RB's features full-course meals and Sunday smorgasbords.  Catering is available for small or large groups.  The restaurant is open from the May long weekend until September.  Phone:  (306) 725-4371.

Nestled along the shores of Last Mountain Lake in the Qu’Appelle Valley, Rowan’s Ravine is close to many historic and cultural attractions, as well as some of the best bird watching in the province.  Take a day trip around the area to explore. 

Last Mountain House Historic Park:  Last Mountain House was constructed in 1869 by the Hudson’s Bay Company for two reasons:  competition was moving in, and the buffalo herds were moving southwest.  Come see the reconstructed buildings and fur trade displays.  Interpretive staff on site.  Open weekends 10 am-5 pm, July 1 through Labour Day.  Located north of Craven approximately 48 km northwest of Regina.  Phone:  (306) 731-4409 (summer) or 787-1475 (year round)

Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area:  Located on the north end of the lake, this wildlife area is North America’s oldest bird sanctuary, established in 1887.  Wildlife enthusiasts have the opportunity to view over 260 bird species.  As many as 40,000 Sandhill Cranes and hundreds of thousands of other waterfowl congregate here before flying south for the winter.  Also included in species that can be viewed are Whooping Cranes, which migrate through the area.  The sanctuary offers two self-guided nature trails, an observation tower, picnic area and information kiosk.  Open May 1 – October 31.  Maps and directions available at Rowan’s Ravine campground office.  Phone:  (306) 836-2022 or (306) 836-4461

Last Mountain Bird Observatory:  Since 1989, the only migratory bird-banding station in Saskatchewan has captured over 30,000 birds of 106 species for monitoring and numbers.  Located at Last Mountain Regional Park (west of Govan) on the northeast side of Last Mountain Lake, it is open to the public daily from 9-1 from May 10-31 and during the months of August & September.  Phone:  (306) 484-4483

Last Mountain Foothills Bison Ranch:  View bison from the safety of your vehicle on the grid road two miles south of Strasbourg.  Phone:  (306) 725-4128.

Strasbourg and District Museum:  East end of Main Street in the old CPR station.  Open May 13-June 30 (weekends only); July and August (Mondays, closed; Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m.; and evening visits by appointment).  Interesting displays for all ages.  Pioneer artifacts in period rooms, photos of days gone by.  Large collection of taxidermy animals.  Horseshoe pits and picnic area.  Special cultural days.  Admission by donation.  Limited wheelchair access.  Phone:  (306) 725-3480, (306) 725-3707, (306) 725-3443

Valeport Marsh:  Tour the extensive wetlands of Valeport March on the southeast side of Last Mountain Lake where migrating shorebirds can be seen by the thousands.  Bring your canoe and enjoy a peaceful ride down the scenic Qu’Appelle River.  Shaded picnic area available.  Located off Highway 20 on the descent into the valley just south of Last Mountain House Historic Park.

Rowan’s Ravine Provincial Park
Box 370
STRASBOURG SK  S0G 4V0

Phone:  (306) 725-5200
Fax:  (306) 725-5207
General Inquiries:  RowansRavine@gov.sk.ca