How do I book a campsite in Kananaskis?
To check availability
- Online at Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca.
- By phoning the Contact Centre at 1-877-537-2757 (toll-free in North America)
- Planning tips for getting a campsite.
Can I Random camp in Kananaskis?
Random camping is permitted in Wildland Provincial Parks with some restrictions and recommendations. Random camping is not permitted within 1 kilometre of a designated camping facility. Random camping is not permitted within 1 kilometre of a road, Provincial Park or Provincial Recreation Area boundary.
What time does Alberta camping reservations open?
Reservations for individual campsites can be made up to 90 days in advance of the scheduled arrival date. The 90-day window for making individual campsite reservations resets at 9:00 a.m. each day.
How much does it cost to camp in Kananaskis?
The Best Kananaskis Campgrounds
| Kananaskis Campground | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Spray Lakes West | 50 | $31/night |
| Mount Kidd | 229 | Full service: $55/night |
| Boulton Creek | 161 | Unserviced: $31/night |
| Canyon Creek | 50 | $31/night |
How do I book an Alberta campground?
The Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca website has maps and search features to help you find campgrounds and make, change or cancel campsite reservations. Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance of your arrival date. A maximum of 4 campsites can be reserved in 1 transaction.
How many campsites are in Kananaskis?
This is one of the larger campgrounds in the Kananaskis area, with 229 sites.
Do you need a permit to camp in Alberta?
The Public Lands Camping Pass is required to random camp on public land along the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains from Grande Prairie to Waterton Lakes National Park.
Can you free camp in Alberta?
Castle Provincial Park (near Pincher Creek) Available on a first-come, first-serve basis, campers can take advantage of free campsites at Castle Provincial Park.
When can I book campsites in Alberta 2022?
National Park campsites can be booked online for the entire 2022 camping season beginning in January and February this year. (which is a change from last year when you couldn’t make reservations until April.) Reservations will open in January and February for visits between April 2022 and March 2023.
Do I need a pass for Alberta provincial parks?
All vehicles parked at the provincial park and public land sites must have a pass. You can buy a pass online, or in-person at designated locations. The pass connects to up to two license plates registered at the same address. Annual passes and day passes are available.
What campgrounds are in Kananaskis?
9 Best Campgrounds in Kananaskis Country, Alberta
- Mount Kidd Campground. Mount Kidd Campground | Photo Copyright: Lana Law.
- Canyon Campground.
- Eau Claire Campground.
- Lower Lake Campground.
- Elkwood Campground.
- Spray Lakes West Campground.
- Boulton Creek Campground.
- Canoe Meadows Campground.
How much does the campsite cost per day?
In general, RV campsites cost between $25 and $80 per night depending on the location, the size of the space, and what connections are offered. In my experience, an average camper trailer spot with power and water costs about $45 a night. Of course, that’s just what I’ve experienced during my travels.
How do I find campsites in Kananaskis?
Check the Kananaskis Interactive Map for an overview of these areas. Camping in vehicle-access campgrounds ranges from all hook-ups (power, water and sewer) to basic with no services. Walk-in tenting campsites are accessed by walking a short distance from the nearest parking area. These sites are noted in the details for each campground. Examples
What is there to do in Kananaskis Country?
Kananaskis Country offers a variety of campgrounds, camping and RV facilities. From rudimentary backcountry camping to full service RV hookups, the area holds some of the most scenic camping in Canada.
Do I need a Kananaskis conservation pass?
Effective June 1, 2021, a Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley. Kananaskis Country has two broad types of camping – “vehicle-access” and “backcountry.”
How do I Reserve a campground in Alberta?
Reservations can be made at the campgrounds, group camping areas and comfort camping units in the charts below. Online at Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca. By phoning the Contact Centre at 1-877-537-2757 (toll-free in North America)