A basic highway-side campground between Nordegg & Abraham Lake.
The best feature is that this campground has one of the last kitchen shelter left in the area, a perfect reason to stay on a cold and rainy day.
Dry Haven Campground is one of the most basic campgrounds along the David Thompson Highway. Amenities are few, sites are quite open, there is no water and it is located next to the highway.
While it’s probably not the best option as a holiday destination it is great for a quick overnight stay and the communal kitchen shelter is great on a rainy day. This feature has made it worthwhile for us on more than one occasion as we dried up after a day of hiking in the rain.
There are nicer campgrounds in the area, including Fish Lake and Goldeye Lake.
At a Glance
- Season: May to October
- Rates: $24 per unit per night
- Number of sites: 14 unserviced sites
- Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins
- Campground host: No
- Reservations: First come first served, cash only, self-registration
- Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
- Website: albertaparks.ca
Join Us On A Guided Tour
Our guided hike to Coliseum Mountain is only 20 minutes from the Goldeye Lake Campground while our Coral Creek Canyon and Whitegoat Falls guided hikes are less than 20 minutes away.
Our scenic float tours on the North Saskatchewan River between the Icefields Parkway and Abraham Lake make the perfect day trip to the mountains from Nordegg.
Glaciers + Fires Scenic Float
Explore one of the most dramatic sections of the North Saskatchewan River with glaciers as…
River Reflections Scenic Float + Photo Tour
Capture a different side of the North Saskatchewan River valley on this adventure as we…
The Icefields Scenic Float
Take in the views of Wilson Icefields from the North Saskatchewan River on this 1…
The Kootenay Plains Scenic Float
Float through the golden plains of the Saskatchewan, from Whirlpool Point to Preacher’s Point. Enjoy…
Whitegoat Falls Guided Hike
An easy half day hike to the pretty Whitegoat Falls near Abraham Lake where the…
Rent a Kayak
Our inflatable kayaks make it easy to enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the nearby lakes. Each kayak includes a comfy fishing chair, paddle, pump and PFD. Reservations are required, find out more here
Explore the Region From Dry Haven
The meeting locations for tours offered by Rockies Heli Canada, McKenzie’s Trails West, Banff Canyoning and Girth Hitch Guiding are less than 20 minutes away as you head west on the David Thompson Highway.
Hiking trails like Coliseum Mountain, Vision Quest and Allstones Lake are all within a short drive.
Nearby Services
Nordegg is only 15 minutes away where you’ll find gas stations, basic supplies, restaurants and shops. An RV sani-dump is available at the Nordegg Lodge.
Getting Here
The campground is located 11 km west of Nordegg along highway 11. Watch for the Dry Haven Provincial Recreation Area sign.
