Campgrounds
Whether you are the tent and campfire type or prefer the comforts of a fully serviced RV park or pull-through trailer site, Alberta has literally hundreds of campgrounds to serve you. Important Safety Information
Before you head out, get up to date information on public safety information including fire bans, flooding, park construction, wildlife issues and avalanche reports.
National Parks
Alberta’s five national parks offer camping experiences in a variety of terrains. Use the Parks Canada online campgrounds reservation service to book your site. Check in with Parks Canada or at park entrance offices for additional campsite information.- Banf National Park has 13 campgrounds operated by Parks Canada. Banff and Jasper have the largest selection of rustic backcountry campgrounds in Canada and both parks are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Jasper National Park is larger and less crowded than Banff. Parks Canada operates 10 campgrounds here. Hinton, the gateway town to the Park, offers numerous nearby campsites.
- Elk Island National Park is less than an hour's drive from our capital city of Edmonton. The Sandy Beach Campground in the protected aspen parklands offers overnight camping. The popular Oster Lake Back Country Tenting Area requires bookings well in advance.
- Waterton Lakes National Park is perfect if you’re comfortable sharing your space with the indigenous wildlife, there are nine wilderness campgrounds in Waterton Lakes. If you would rather be closer to civilization, there is a campground at the west end of the Waterton townsite.
- Wood Buffalo National Park is paradise for those who prefer a "Spartan" style of camping (austere; remote backcountry endurance over creature comforts). Located in Alberta's far north and spilling into the Northwest Territories, it's a bit tricky to get into, but the fact this UNESCO World Heritage Site is bigger than Switzerland means you won't be fighting the crowds for the perfect campsite.
Provincial Parks & Recreation Areas
Alberta Community Development provides highly detailed information on camping in our 69 provincial parks and almost 250 recreation areas including locations and campground maps, reservation systems and fees, onsite activities and up to date information on park conditions and closures. This site has literally everything you need for trip planning and preparation.Province-wide Campgrounds
Explore Alberta features a comprehensive listing of camping facilities throughout the province, including those in or near municipal areas like Calgary or Edmonton. You'll find contact information, reservation policies, prices, amenities and activities for more than 600 Alberta campgrounds. If you’re looking for a frontcountry, vehicle accessible campground, start here. All sites listed have met the quality and standards demanded by the Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Look for the AHLA Approved Campground sticker.
Discover Alberta lists campgrounds by city or town.
