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Lake Lowering & Rising
The Lake water levels will begin lowering on Monday, Oct. 12th, the Thanksgiving holiday. If you have any questions about the lake water levels, please contact the Western Irrigation District (WID) at (403) 934-3542.
Boat Launch Operational Changes Due to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our boat launch will be operating under stricter entry and sanitation guidelines. Read more in the Lake & Beaches FAQ.
- Hours of Operation
- Registration and Payment
- Operational Changes
- Stay Safe at the Launch
- Preventing the spread
Hours of Operation:
- From September 8 - October 12, visitors must purchase a pass from City Hall, (Open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
NOTE: Access hours for seasonal boat launch tags have been restored back to regular hours: 8 am - 10 pm, 7 days a week.
We have also reactivated our pin pad so residents can also use their pin to enter the launch.
Please note: We do not sanitize the pin pad regularly so we urge you to wash or sanitize your hands before and after use.
- Boat registration is offered at the boat launch only during weekly hours of operation (see hours of operation tab).
- Debit or credit only, tap payment encouraged, no cash will be accepted this summer.
- Staff will not touch registration documents. Registrants are required to show documents through the window or dictate registration numbers.
- Boat launch bathrooms will be closed to the public until further notice. A porta-potty will be available for use
- Please remain 2 meters from all patrons utilizing the launch and parking area
- When you approach the boat launch window, please provide a 2 meter distance when possible
- Staff will not touch registration documents. Registrants are required to show documents through the window or dictate registration numbers.
- Once in the parking area, stay in your vehicle until it is your turn to launch your boat
- Staff members working the boat launch are required to wear a face mask
- All touch-points in and around the boat launch hut will be sanitized regularly
- The pin-pad system will be shut down to reduce the risk of potential spread of the virus
Regular Boat Launch Operational Information
Hours of Operation
- Friday, May 29th, boat launch official opening day
- Weekly - Wed-Sun (Mon and Tues CLOSED), 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
- May 29th - September 7th (boat launch staffed)
- Sept. 8 - Oct. 12th (visitors must purchase a pass from City Hall, Monday - Friday)
Location
Important Information
- Boat clearance under the bridge is 5.2 feet
- The speed limit is 12 km on north end of the lake
- Please back into the angled stalls when parking at the boat launch
We have a new permit system we are implementing this summer!
Permits will be available upon resident's first visit to the launch. A new electronic decal system will allow easy access to the launch by activating the automated gate arms.
What's new for residents?
1. You will receive an electronic bar-code sticker and digital pin code upon registering your boat this summer.
2. You will be required to purchase a season pass upon registration for $35.00, which will help cover the cost of the sticker, pin and other expenses related to improving Lake safety this summer and in the future.
3. You will only need to bring in your documents to register for a permit once, as we will be keeping digital records of these document.
4. The bar-code sticker will be required to be placed on your boat(s) (specific height and location information will be provided by boat launch staff), as this sticker will be scanned to provide flexible access and track boat activity in and out of the launch.
5. The sticker and pin will allow access in and out of the boat launch parking area (users will be required to be out of our launch parking area by 10:00 pm.
6. During the registration process you will be required to provide:
a. Proof of residence (drivers licence)
b. Pleasure Craft Operator Card
c. Transport Canada Boat License # (for motorized boats of 10 horsepower or more) or Trailer License for Personal Watercraft or Boats under 10 horsepower
7. You will be given an orientation upon permit registration which will include information about preventing invasive species, a boat safety courtesy check along with a Lake safety map and contact information for the boat launch, CPOs and RCMP.
8. Each year decals will be reactivated following the purchase of a season pass during your first visit to the launch. No paperwork will be needed except proof of residency at that time.
What’s new for visitors (non-resident)?
1. Visitor’s will be required to pay per day (see NEW Fees section for 2019 fees) and will be given access to the launch with a temporary pin.
2. Visitor’s will receive an orientation from boat launch staff including an invasive species survey, educational material and Lake safety courtesy check every time they come through the launch.
3. Visitor will have access to get a pass during boat launch staff hours, and will be required to be out of the Boat Launch parking area by 10:00 pm.
Fees 2020
Resident Seasonal Launch Fee – 2020
- $35.00/ household
Visitor (non-resident) Daily Fees
Monday – Friday
- Motorized - $45.00
- Personal Watercraft - $35.00
- Open Bow Boat (under 10 horsepower) - $10.00
- Non-motorized – FREE
Saturday, Sunday and Stat. Holiday (Daily Fees)
- Motorized - $65.00
- Personal Watercraft - $55.00
- Open Bow Boat (under 10 horsepower) - $10.00
- Non-motorized - FREE
Help Protect Chestermere Lake
Aquatic Invasive Species are plants and animals (mussels) that can infest our lake, damage pumps and irrigation systems, and clog boat props. If you launch your boat in Chestermere, you will be asked to ensure your boat is not carrying these species. Learn more about what you can do to protect our lake at www.chestermere.ca/ais.
Boat Safety
The City offers general boat safety information about Chestermere Lake, including guidelines about weather, towing, speed limits and other operational regulations.
View/Download the City's Boat Safety Brochure
RCMP Water Safety Program:
The goal of the Chestermere RCMP water safety program is to ensure all residents and visitors are safe in their lake use. Our enhanced boat patrols are in place to check vessel compliance, educate lake users on safe operation, deter unsafe operation habits, and when required enforce applicable legislation on the lake.
If unsafe vessel operation is occurring or if an offence has been committed, please contact the Chestermere RCMP to make a report through the non emergency complaint line at 403-204-8900; or dial 911 in the case of an emergency.
Learn more about the Water Safety Program here.
Learn about Small Vessel Regulations & Safety Requirements here.
Learn more about the RCMP Marine Safety Decal Program here
- Can my passengers or I consume liquor on a boat?
- If I consume liquor while operating a vessel, can I be charged with impaired operation?
- Is there a speed limit on Chestermere Lake?
- If the police request an inspection of my vessel, am I obligated to cooperate?
- Can I waterski or go tubing after dark?
- How many people can I have on my vessel?
- Can I tow a person on a tube with my Personal Watercraft (PWC)?
- What are the age restrictions for operating a pleasure craft?
Contact

Water Rescue:
If you see someone in distress, call 9-1-1. Chestermere Fire Services crews are certified in aquatic rescue techniques and ice rescue. Learn more about aquatic rescue here.Not lauching a boat?
Visit our Lake Activities page to learn about other activities on Chestermere Lake.