Campground Type: Group Campgrounds

  • Blackstone Group Campground

    Blackstone Group Campground

    A group campsite on the Forestry Trunk Road on the shores of the Blackstone River in the foothills.

    Above: The canyon on the Blackstone River downstream from the campground

    This remote camping along the Blackstone River offers a taste of wilderness camping.

    The river is fun to raft when the levels are high enough in the early summer and is a popular fishing spot.

    The area also offers a lot of undeveloped OHV trails nearby (OHVs are not allowed within the campground however).

    At a Glance

    • Season: May to October
    • Rates: $185 for the first 5 units, plus $22.00 per additional unit, per night
    • Number of sites: 7 unserviced sites
    • Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins, shelter
    • Campground host: No
    • Reservations: Required
    • Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
    • Website: albertaparks.ca
    Above: The campsite is in the forest along the Blackstone River

    Join Us On A Guided Tour

    Our scenic floats and guided hikes are the perfect match for your camping adventure.

    Nearby Services

    Nordegg is 25 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 in Blackstone Provincial Recreation Area, 30 km north of Nordegg on the Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 734) and Chungo Road.

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  • Aylmer Group Campground

    Aylmer Group Campground

    A group campsite along the Forestry Trunk Road with great views of the North Saskatchewan River in the foothills.

    Above: The bridge over the North Saskatchewan River

    This small group campground is across the river from a popular random camping area on the Forestry Trunk Road along the North Saskatchewan River.

    It is a popular launch point for people looking to paddle the North Saskatchewan River from Nordegg to Rocky Mountain House, a trip typically done in 3 days.

    At a Glance

    • Season: May to October
    • Rates: $160 for the first 5 units, plus $20.00 per additional unit, per night
    • Number of sites: 5 unserviced sites
    • Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins
    • Campground host: No
    • Reservations: Required
    • Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
    • Website: albertaparks.ca
    Above: A popular starting point for people looking to paddle from Nordegg to Rocky Mountain House

    Join Us On A Guided Tour

    Our scenic floats and guided hikes are the perfect match for your camping adventure.

    Nearby Services

    Nordegg is 20 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 in Aylmer Provincial Recreation Area, 11 km south of Nordegg on the Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 734).

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  • Cavalcade Group Campground

    Cavalcade Group Campground

    One of the most scenic campgrounds and a great option for those travelling as a group.

    Above: Camping on the Kootenay Plains

    This is a great base camp for groups looking to explore Abraham Lake and the Icefields Parkway. Each of the well-spaced sites offers great mountain views with the open prairie feel of the Kootenay Plains.

    Group campgrounds require advanced reservations and work best if you are travelling as a group of at least 5 units. Each of the 8 sites can accommodate up to 30 units, making it a great option for larger groups as well.

    At a Glance

    • Season: May to October
    • Rates: $215 for the first 5 units, plus $28.00 per additional unit, per night
    • Number of sites: 8 unserviced group sites (7 to 30 units per site)
    • Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins, shelters at sites 1, 4, 5 & 7
    • Campground host: No
    • Reservations: Required
    • Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
    • Website: albertaparks.ca
    Above: Morning fog over the North Saskatchewan River
    Above: Camp shelters

    Join Us On A Guided Tour

    All our scenic float tours start within a short 10-minute drive from this campground while our Coral Creek Canyon and Whitegoat Falls guided hikes are less than 15 minutes away.

    Explore the Region From Cavalcade

    The meeting locations for tours offered by Rockies Heli Canada, McKenzie’s Trails West, Banff Canyoning and Girth Hitch Guiding are less than 10 minutes away along the David Thompson Highway. Along the Icefields Parkway you’ll find the Columbia Icefields, Peyto Lake and Bow Lake are all within an hour’s drive.

    The Siffleur Falls day hike starts near the campground. Trails like Tuff Puff Ridge, Kinglet Lake and Survey Hill are all within a short drive.

    There are a lot of great options for photographers nearby including plenty of wildflowers, birds of prey, wildlife and reflections in pools along the river.

    Nearby Services

    You’ll find a restaurant, gas station, basic supplies and gift shops at The Crossing Resort, 25 minutes away, and David Thompson Resort, 10 minutes away. Additional services, including RV sani-dumps, are available in Nordegg and Lake Louise.

    Getting Here

    Cavalcade Group Campground is located in the Kootenay Plains Provincial Recreation Area on Highway 11 approximately 28 km east of Saskatchewan River Crossing and 65 km west of Nordegg.

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  • Fish Lake Campground

    Fish Lake Campground

    One of the region’s largest campgrounds, set on the shores of Shunda Lake and a short distance from Nordegg.

    Above: Paddling on Shunda Lake at Fish Lake Campground

    The campground is located in the forest along the lake and offers a wide range of sites for RVs and tents. You’ll also find the Bear Essentials Store in loop 3 with a little bit of everything, from treats to RV and fishing supplies.

    It is also one of the only campgrounds in the region to have pull-through sites with power (20 amp) and a kitchen shelter in the day-use area.

    This campground is a great option whether you prefer to fish or paddle on the lake, head out for a hike, visit the Brazeau Collieries National Historic Site or relax by the campfire.

    It also makes for a great base camp for a longer visit to the region with Nordegg being only 10 minutes away with access to showers, laundry and other services.

    The group campsite can handle up to 30 units, with 13 of them having access to power. It’s located away from the main campground, making it the perfect location for family reunions and larger gatherings.

    At a Glance

    • Season: May to October
    • Rates: $28 per unit per night unserviced, $36 for sites with power
    • Number of sites: 80 unserviced sites, 24 with power (20 amp)
    • Group site: 30 units, including 13 with power
    • Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins, firewood for sale ($10 per bundle)
    • Campground host: Yes, including a small store
    • Reservations: Reservations are required
    • Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
    • Website: albertaparks.ca
    Above: Paddling on Shunda Lake

    Join Us On A Guided Tour

    Our guided hike to Coliseum Mountain is only 15 minutes from the Fish Lake Campground while our Coral Creek Canyon and Whitegoat Falls guided hikes are less than 30 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.

    Rent a Kayak

    Our inflatable kayaks make it easy to enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the lake. Each kayak includes a comfy fishing chair, paddle, pump and PFD. Reservations are required, find out more here

    Above: Our inflatable kayaks are available for rent in Nordegg for your next adventure

    Explore the Region From Fish Lake

    The meeting locations for tours offered by Rockies Heli Canada, McKenzie’s Trails West, Banff Canyoning and Girth Hitch Guiding are less than 25 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. The Firesmart biking trails can be accessed from the campground.

    Nearby Services

    Nordegg is only 10 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

    Fish Lake Campground is located 7 km west of Nordegg along highway 11. Watch for the Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area and Frontier Lodge signs. The campground is a short drive away on a well-maintained gravel access road.

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  • Shunda Viewpoint Group Campground

    Shunda Viewpoint Group Campground

    A group campsite in the foothills with great views of the North Saskatchewan River gap.

    Above: The North Saskatchewan River gap from the campground

    This campground is not likely to be the destination for most people coming to the region but it does offer a great base to explore the unofficial OHV trails on public lands in the area.

    It provides amazing views of the North Saskatchewan River gap, the Brazeau Range and a glimpse of the Canadian Rockies in the background.

    At a Glance

    • Season: May to October
    • Rates: $160 for the first 5 units, plus $20.00 per additional unit, per night
    • Number of sites: 15 unserviced sites
    • Amenities: Picnic tables, fire pits, toilets, garbage bins
    • Campground host: No
    • Reservations: Required
    • Operator: Westward Bound Campgrounds
    • Website: albertaparks.ca
    Above: A fairly basic campground with great views of the North Saskatchewan River gap

    Join Us On A Guided Tour

    Our scenic floats and guided hikes are the perfect match for your camping adventure.

    Nearby Services

    Nordegg is 30 minutes away where you’ll find gas stations, basic supplies, restaurants and shops. An RV sani-dump is available at the Nordegg Lodge.

    Rocky Mountain House is 40 minutes away where you’ll find all services.

    Getting Here

    The campground is located 26 km east of Nordegg on Highway 11 and 5 km north on the gravel access road to the Shunda Fire Base.

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Call: (403) 986-6190
Email: bookings@nordeggadventures.ca

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