10 Must-Visit Private Campgrounds in Alberta

Provincial and National Park campsites are hot ticket items this summer, but if you didn’t score a reservation, that doesn’t mean an end to your RV camping or campervan trip. Private campgrounds in Alberta offer great amenities, group camping sites, and services that still provide easy access to the great outdoors and that much-needed break.

Here are ten fantastic private campgrounds in Alberta to consider for your next camping adventure.

Elbas Farms RV Park
Lethbridge, AB

Elbas Farms RV Park is located in a quiet, country environment just outside of Lethbridge, offering a peaceful camping experience with the convenience of the city being close by. Perfect for those wanting to get away from traffic noises the park accommodates self-contained RVs on a calm farm. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the camping experience while having easy access to Lethbridge’s attractions.

Wapiti Campground
Canmore, AB

Located in Canmore, Wapiti Campground does not offer online reservations, as all of their RV sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Just off the Bow Valley Trail, it provides quick access to Banff National Park and all that Canmore has to offer, including golf opportunities.

Hinton/Jasper KOA
Hinton, AB

Just 15 minutes from the entrance to Jasper National Park, camp in the meadow at the Hinton KOA. With full amenities, access to fully serviced RV camping options, and even a dog park, it’s a great base camp for adventure, and there’s even an individual and central fire pit for relaxing or sharing experiences.

Jasper Gates
Hinton, AB

With large, treed RV sites and plenty of services and amenities, Jasper Gates is located at the base of Folding Mountain in the Rocky Mountains, not far from Jasper National Park and all that the area has to offer.

Cougar Creek Cabins & RV
Hinton, AB

Day trip into Jasper National Park, and spend your evenings camped at Cougar Creek Cabins & RV. With open year-round availability, it’ll accommodate RV camping and outdoor adventure in any season, offering services to make your stay more comfortable.

Rustic River Resort
Clearwater County, AB

Rustic River Resort is located on the North Saskatchewan River, in the Rocky Mountain House Area. It is a large, peaceful property and there are lots of opportunities to go fishing, boating, and swimming in the river.

Wilderness Village Campground Resort
Rocky Mountain House, AB

Adjacent to Crimson Lake Provincial Park, Wilderness Village Campground Resort is a true retreat. Enjoy RV sites, a playground and even take a trail ride through a Provincial forest and wildlife sanctuary.

Crooked Creek Campground
Waterton Park, AB

Just east of the Waterton National Park gates, Crooked Creek Campground offers both serviced and non-serviced RV sites in a scenic creekside setting, with mountain views. Each site comes complete with a picnic table and fire pit on every site.

Sundance Lodges
Kananaskis, AB

In the heart of the Canadian Rockies Mountains, Sundance Lodges promises to be a unique and rustic camping experience. The unserviced camping sites are forested, quiet, and close to outdoor activities, with a campground store for any needed essentials during your stay.

Mount Kidd RV Park
Kananaskis, AB

Open year-round Kananaskis camping is available at the popular Mount Kidd RV Park. The large campground offers both serviced and unserviced RV sites and is just minutes away from tons of great hikes and trails in the Kananaskis area.

Happy Camping! We hope this guide helps you find your base camp for your adventure in Canada’s great outdoors. Don’t forget to share your travels with us on social media using #GoodCamping and tagging @KarmaCampervans.