Experiencing the Natural Wild Life-Scenic Camping Tour
When summer arrives, camping is the best way to get close to the most beautiful of Canada. You can always get out of the tent when you are happy and feel the beauty of nature, and the price is cheaper than hotel accommodation. No matter if you are an enthusiast or an entry level student, you can find the most suitable campsite in Canada. Camping is the essence of Canada’s tradition.There are places in Alberta suitable for camping. After a comfortable night’s sleep, you will hear each other whisper and rushing sounds of water and get out of the tent to breathe the fresh air of nature.
There’s nothing like camping among Alberta’s ancient mountain tops and breathtaking blue lakes — you truly feel like you’re one with nature. With five major national parks including Banff (Canada’s first national park) and Jasper (submerged within the Canadian Rockies), the province’s camping sites have everything from challenging trails to beautiful sunsets and activities perfect for the lake.
Banff National Park
Location: Banff
Why you should go: Explore the Canadian Rockies, go whitewater rafting and take in Canada’s beauty with an extended hike.
Sites available: 2,468 caming sites on 13 grounds, back-country and shelters.
And while you’re there, make sure you check out Lake Louise.
Lake Louise Campground
Location: Banff (one km from the village of Lake Louise) Note, the lake is about 10 mins away by car
Why you should go: Ride through the lake’s beautiful blue waters, hit the trails or go bird watching.
Sites available: 189 sites for trailers, 206 sites for tents.
Jasper National Park
Location: Jasper
Why you should go: 1,000 square kms of protected wilderness, stunning mountain views and wildlife watching — including bears.
Sites available: Year-round family-friendly camping, back-packing and RV camping.
Elk Island National Park
Location: Edmonton (nearest city)
Why you should go: Look out for some bison, go for a hike and hit the water with your canoe or kayak.
Sites available: Several camp sites offering car, back-country and RV camping grounds.
Kananaskis Country
Location: West of Calgary
Why you should go: Guided hiking tours, whitewater rafting and horseback riding.
Sites available: Kananaskis Country camping grounds (with various camping styles, lodges and fancier hotels if you’re looking for a mini getaway).
Dinosaur Provincial Park
Location: Southeast of Calgary
Why you should go: Walk deep into the Badlands, check out the five walking trails, and paddle the Red Deer River.
Sites available: 94 camp sites with power and 30 for back-country.
Wood Buffalo National Park
Location: Fort Smith
Why you should go: It’s Canada’s largest national park, swim at the beach and explore the Peace-Athabasca Delta — a habitat with thousands of birds.
Sites available: Sites at Pine Lake Campground and back-country camping.
Crimson Lake Provincial Park
Location: Rocky Mountain House (nearest city)
Why you should go: Power boating, birding (like owls!) and front country hiking.
Sites available: 172 campsites and room for those RVs.
Willmore Wilderness Park
Location: Grande Cache (nearby town)
Why you should go: Ancient mountain tops, wildlife watching, and quiet walks in the forest.
Sites available: Back-country camping with 750 km of trails.
Bow Valley Provincial Park
Location: Bighorn No. 8
Why you should go: Wind surfing, rock climbing and daytime picnics by the lake.
Sites available: Five camping grounds, back-country camping.
