Spray Valley Provincial Park

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A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley


Ribbon Falls Backcountry Campground

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Lat: 50.892203 Long: -115.229125

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Closure - Ribbon Lake Backcountry Campground

    Effective Date: October 15, 2025 - Until Further Notice

    Where: Ribbon Lake Backcountry Campground , Spray Valley PP

    Details: Due to a recent forest health assessment, Ribbon Lake Backcountry Campground will be closing on October 20 for the season. Crews will be in the area removing trees that are past their end-of-life. The campground will reopen for the 2026 season and visitors may notice a difference in forest density at the campground. 

Updated: January 20, 2026 

Ribbon Falls Backcountry Campground is in Spray Valley Provincial Park. Enjoy the beauty of your surroundings on your way to this scenic spot. There are tent pads, pit/vault toilets and secure food storage facilities here. Please note that it is illegal to remove, deface, injure/destroy trees, or collect deadwood. 

Primary access is at Ribbon Creek Day Use Area in Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area, 24 km south of Hwy. 1 off Hwy. 40. This trail is 8.8 km one-way via the Ribbon Creek Trail with 375 metres of elevation gain.

Camping

Sites Rate / Person / Night Water Source Camping Season Current Status
10 $12 River Jun 15 - Nov 29 Seasonal Closure


* Ribbon Falls Backcountry campground is in the Kananaskis Valley permit area
* Reservations can be made 90 days in advance of arrival date.
* A maximum of 6 people and 1 tent is permitted on each site with some exceptions.

Currently Booking to
Apr 24, 2026
1-877-537-2757
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Firewood

Firewood available.

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