Founded in 1968, the park amenities include a campground, golf course, cabins, lake access, swimming lessons, and picnicking.

[6] The campground has 34 campsites plus 47 seasonal sites, potable water, showers, washrooms, and a concession.

In the 1920s, the RM of Leask leased the area around Emerald Lake for a park.

Two decades later, in the 1950s, the Leask Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion took over the lease from the Avebury Community Club.

[8][9] Fish commonly found in Emerald Lake include walleye and northern pike.