This scenic backcountry equestrian campground is found in Bow Valley Provincial Park on the northwest shore of Barrier Lake. The closest access is at the Barrier Dam Day Use Area, 30 km east of Canmore on Hwy. 1 and 12 km south on Hwy. 40. It is 3.9 km km from the trailhead and is rated easy. It can also be reached by boat. Here there are tent pads, hitching rails, corrals, pit/vault toilets, and secure food storage lockers. Secondary access via Quaite Creek Trail/ Jewell Pass Trail from Heart Creek Day Use Area is 9.4 km and 340 m of elevation.
| Site Type | Campsites | Rate / Person / Night | Water Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designated Backcountry | 7 | $12 | Lake |
Firepits
Firewood Available
Hitching Rails
Horse Corrals
Pit/Vault Toilets
Secure Food Storage
Campground closed annually from April 15-June 15 for spring elk movement.
