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Astoria Campground

Alberta
At a glance
CampgroundBackcountryToilets

About this campsite

Astoria Campground offers backcountry camping with toilets in Jasper National Park's Tonquin Valley. Managed by Parks Canada; accessible via Portal Trailhead.

Astoria Campground is a backcountry site managed by Parks Canada in Jasper National Park, Alberta, located in the scenic Tonquin Valley along the Astoria River. This remote camping area provides basic toilet facilities and serves as a staging point for multi-day backpacking trips exploring the Canadian Rockies. As of 2024, the traditional Astoria Trailhead is temporarily inaccessible, requiring hikers to reach the campground via the Portal Trailhead instead. Backcountry camping permits and Jasper National Park entry fees apply. Contact Parks Canada or Jasper Information Service for current trail conditions and reservation details.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Location

Common questions about Astoria Campground

Is Astoria Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Astoria Campground in AB is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: backcountry and toilets.

What facilities does Astoria Campground have?

Astoria Campground has backcountry and toilets. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Astoria Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Astoria Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Astoria Campground?

Astoria Campground sits in AB. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Astoria Campground

Facilities recorded for Astoria Campground
FacilityOn site
BackcountryYes
ToiletsYes

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