Bow River Campground

Alberta

Alberta

At a glance

CampgroundPowerCaravansTent SiteDrinking WaterShowerToilets

About this campsite

Bow River Campground in Bow Valley Provincial Park offers 59 powered and walk-in tent sites near Canmore, AB, with river access and full amenities.

Bow River Campground sits in Bow Valley Provincial Park approximately five kilometres east of Canmore along Highway 1, positioned beside the Bow River. Operated by Cedar & Spruce Campgrounds, the facility offers 59 campsites including power and water hookups alongside walk-in tenting areas. The campground provides drinking water, showers, and toilets, accommodating both caravans and tent campers. Open from late April through mid-October, the site serves as a convenient base for exploring the Bow Valley area with opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and paddling along the river corridor.

What this place offers

Amenities

Power

Drinking Water

Shower

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

Bow River Campground•AB

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Common questions about Bow River Campground

Is Bow River Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Bow 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. Facilities on site: power, caravans, tent site and drinking water.

What facilities does Bow River Campground have?

Bow River Campground has power, caravans, tent site, drinking water, shower 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 Bow River Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Bow 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 Bow River Campground?

Bow 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.

Facilities at Bow River Campground

Facilities recorded for Bow River Campground
Facility	On site
Power	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
Shower	Yes
Toilets	Yes

Nearby Campsites

within 50km

4.3 km away

Three Sisters Campground

Three Sisters Campground in Alberta offers camping opportunities in the province. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities and reservations.