Prelude Lake Campground

Northwest Territories


This large, full-service campsite consists of RV sites (without hookups) and a dozen tent sites, along with a boat dock, boat rentals and two nature trails.


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1. Prelude Lake

1.01 MILES

There are two short nature trails at Prelude Lake, as well as a large and busy, full-service campground, boat rentals and activities for children.

2. Hidden Lake Territorial Park

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At Hidden Lake Territorial Park you'll find the attractive Cameron Falls, reachable via a 15-minute walk through forest and over rocks.

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These small, pretty falls are reachable via a 400m stroll through the forest from the parking lot.

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8. Ragged Ass Rd

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