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Belly River Campground

Alberta

About this campsite

Belly River Campground in Waterton Lakes National Park offers 24 primitive, first-come sites along the Belly River, 26 km from Waterton townsite in Alberta.

Belly River Campground is a primitive, first-come, first-served facility in Waterton Lakes National Park offering 24 unserviced sites in a mixed aspen forest along the Belly River. Located 26 kilometres from Waterton townsite on Chief Mountain Highway, this self-registration campground provides a secluded camping experience for those seeking solitude. The campground typically operates from late May through early September, weather permitting, with limited cellular service available. As a basic facility, campers should be prepared for minimal amenities and confirm current conditions and requirements with Parks Canada before arrival.

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Common questions about Belly River Campground

Is Belly River Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Belly River 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. We hold no facilities list for it, so go in self sufficient with your own water and a way to deal with rubbish.

Can you book Belly River Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Belly River 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.

Where is Belly River Campground?

Belly River 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.

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