Bow Valley Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Bow River Campground

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Facility Operator: Bow Valley Campgrounds
A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.

This pretty campground is found in Bow Valley Provincial Park, about 5 km east of Canmore on Hwy. 1. Upgrades in spring 2017 added 20 campsites. The majority of the campsites are now serviced with power. The campground is next to the Bow River, offering pleasant views. There are many activities available in this area, including hiking, biking, fishing, and paddling. 

Camping

Season: Apr 14 - Oct 29
Site Type Campsites Power Rate/Night Reservable Dates Current Status
Power/Water 59 / 30 $47 Apr 14 - Oct 29 Seasonal Closure
Walk-in Tenting 7 - $31 Apr 14 - Oct 29 Seasonal Closure

* Reservation can be made 90 in advance of arrival date.

Amenities

Currently Booking to
January 7, 2024
1-877-537-2757

Due to scheduled system maintenance, no bookings are being taken for arrivals past January 7, 2024. We apologize for the inconvenience. An update will be provided in early 2024.
Firewood

Firewood available for purchase from campground manager/hosts.

Water
  • Showers $3.00 tokens
  • Water is available from a hand pump and a water tap near the tenting area at this site. Although Alberta Parks strives to maintain water quality, we recommend that you bring your own drinking water.
  • Seasonal start-up - May 20 
  • Season shut down - September 19
Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible washrooms.

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    Maps & Guides

    • Bow & Kananaskis Valleys Trail Map Map, Kananaskis, Kananaskis Village, Bow Valley PP, Elbow-Sheep WPP, Evan-Thomas PRA, Jewell Bay Backcountry, Lillian Lake Backcountry, Spray Valley PP, Stoney Creek PRA, Ribbon Falls Backcountry, Ribbon Lake Backcountry, Quaite Valley Backcountry, Baldy Pass Trail, Barrier Lake Forestry Interpretive Trail, Barrier Lake Interpretive Trail, Bill Milne Paved Bike Path Trail, Bow Valley Trail, Bow River Interpretive Trail, Centennial Ridge Trail, Eau Claire Interpretive Trail, Elk Flats Trail, Evan-Thomas Trail, Flowing Water Interpretive Trail, Galatea Creek Trail, Grotto Creek Trail, Gunn's Pass Trail, Heart Creek Interpretive Trail, Heart Mountain Trail, Hidden Coal Mine Trail, Jewell Pass Trail, Many Springs Interpretive Trail, Middle Lake Interpretive Trail, Montane Interpretive Trail, Mount Kidd Interpretive Trail, Prairie View Trail, Quaite Valley Trail, Ribbon Creek Trail, Ribbon Creek/Link/Kovach/Terrace Loop Trail, Ribbon Falls/Lake Trail, Evan-Thomas Trail, Skogan Pass Trail, Skogan/Marmot Basin Route Trail, Skogan/Ruthie's/Troll Falls/Hay Meadow Loop Trail, Skogan/Sunburst/High Level Loop Trail, Stoney, Stoney/Ruthie's/Skogan Pass Trail, Terrace/Kovach/Aspen Loop Trail, Terrace (South) Trail, Terrace/Terrace Link Loop Trail, Wasootch Creek Trail, Wedge Connector Trail, Wedge Pond Trail, Widowmaker Trail, Jewell Bay Backcountry Campground, Kananaskis Country, Map Facilities: Canoe Meadows Campground, canoe Meadows Day Use, Canoe Meadows Group Camping -- 2139 False
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Updated: Apr 14, 2023