Ghost Lake is located 17 kilometres west of Cochrane on the 1A highway, approximately 30 minutes from northwest Calgary. Created by the Ghost hydro dam in 1929 at the confluence of the Bow and Ghost Rivers, Ghost Lake stretches approximately 9 km before shoaling again into the upper Bow River. The lake holds two small islands and several protective coves. The Ghost Lake Provincial Recreation Area features newly reconstructed (2007) launch facilities, Ghost Lake Recreations chandlery and boat yard, and overnight camping.