Brightsand Lake Regional Park has been named Saskatchewan’s 2026 Park of the Year, earning recognition for its investments in recreation, infrastructure, accessibility and visitor experience.
The honour was announced by the Saskatchewan Regional Parks Association, which selected Brightsand Lake from among regional parks across the province. Association officials said the park was chosen based on its continued commitment to improving facilities, supporting reconciliation efforts and enhancing accessibility for visitors.
The award marks the second time Brightsand Lake has received the distinction, having previously been named Park of the Year in 2015. Since that time, the park has completed several notable upgrades, including the addition of a disc golf course, paddleboard and kayak rentals, an accessible floating wheelchair, improvements to the trout pond, relocation of the trapper’s cabin and renovations to the shower house.
In a statement shared on social media, park officials said the award reflects their ongoing goal of creating a welcoming, clean and enjoyable destination for families, campers, day visitors and seasonal residents.
“Park of the Year is more than an award. It represents the standard we strive to uphold and the welcoming environment we are proud to create for everyone,” the park said, while thanking staff, board members, volunteers, the golf club committee, Little Gem concession staff and the broader community for helping make the park a special place to visit.
Park officials also encouraged residents and visitors to congratulate members of the 2026 staff team who helped make the achievement possible.
The official award presentation will take place during the Saskatchewan Regional Parks Association Fall Convention in Regina from Oct. 22 to 24. Awards will be presented during the association’s annual banquet on Oct. 23 at the Atlas Hotel. The association will also present its Park on the Move, Volunteer of the Year and George Rathwell Lifetime Achievement awards during the event.
Located in west-central Saskatchewan, Brightsand Lake Regional Park is a popular destination for camping, boating, fishing, golfing and other outdoor recreation activities, drawing visitors from across the Lloydminster region and beyond.
