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Boat Launch

New Permit Process
Hours & Location
Fees
Protecting Chestermere Lake
Regulations

New Permit Process

Hours & Location

Hours
2019

May – September 3

8:00 am - 9 pm (7 days a week)

September 4 – October 8

TBD

Location

The boat launch facility is located at John Peake Park on the west side of the lake, just north of Chestermere Boulevard. The phone number at the Boat Launch is (403) 235-6601. Click the image to view the location.

Important Facts

Boat clearance under the bridge is 5.2 feet
The speed limit is 12km on North end of the Lake
Where to Park (back into angled stalls)

Fees

Residents of Chestermere

If you are a resident of Chestermere, you can use the boat launch for free once you have registered your boat and received a decal. There is a new process being developed in order to register for a boat permit. Please see the New Permit Process tab above for details.

Visitors

If you do not live in Chestermere but still want to get out on the lake, you must pay the following day fees at the boat launch before you launch:

Boat: $45
Personal Motorized Watercraft (e.g., Sea-Doo): $35
Open Bow Boat (10hp or under, 16 feet or under): $10.00
Non-Motorized Watercraft: $5

Required Documents:

Proof of Residency (for Chestermere residents)
Transport Canada Pleasure Craft License
Pleasure Craft Operator's Card

Refunds

The City of Chestermere does not provide refunds. Residents who are charged a fee because they do not have a boat decal will not receive a refund.

Protecting Chestermere Lake

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.

Regulations

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

FAQs

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?

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Contact

If you have questions or concerns about the Boat Launch Fees or application, please call City Hall at (403) 207-7050.

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 launching a boat?

Visit our Lake Activities page to learn about other activities on Chestermere Lake.

Aquatic Invasive Species
Beach at Anniversary Park
Boat Launch
Lake Activities
Lake Maintenance
Storm Pond Safety