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1 night at Wish You Were Here Eco Village Inc.

We enjoyed our short stay here. Very sweet and hospitable people! When we go back to Canada we will definitely go here again. Nice area to!

Weekend Trip to Rough Diamond Ranch

We had such a great time at Laura’s Rough Diamond Ranch! This is a heaven for people who love farm life, animals and nature. The view is beautiful, and Laura is super responsive and helpful! We really felt home here. Her hospitality is beyond expectations. We are a family of four with 2 little kids, everyone loved this place. Highly recommended for those seeking a unique experience inside a farm. Definitely would come back again :)

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Cattle Ranch in the Foothills

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents320 acres · AB

We are a working cattle ranch, about a 10 minute drive on a gravel road off of HiWay #1. You’re surrounded by wildlife and outdoor activities just as you step out of the door. We offer lots of privacy. Each site has its own road off the main road so no one else will be driving past your camp. During most of your stay, you will think there’s no one on the ranch but you! We’re close to a golf course, about 40 minutes to Canmore, one hour to Banff, and 40 minutes to Downtown Calgary. Perfect for day trips for activities other than camping. Our cows are tame and curious, but not house pets - just be aware. Our sites are not fenced from the cows, so you will have all the sights, smells, and sounds that are associated with cows if they come to visit you. If they bug you too much, message me and I will come over to move them out. I also have a shovel at each site to help clean up cow deposits! We are not a commercial nor Parks campground, nor do we strive to be. If you are looking for site with garbage service, running water, etc., you won’t find it here. If you are looking for an off-grid site with a few niceties, tons of privacy, off leash for your pups, and free firewood, you will be happy staying at our ranch!

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The Secret Sanctuary

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Wetaskiwin, AB

We are passionate about nature and the environment. Living close to off-grid makes this area low in EMF, light and noise pollution. The well water is clean, pure and delicious. We are excited to share this Alberta wilderness with like-minded outdoor-type individuals who enjoy community glamping. There are two beautiful lakes (Battle Lake and Pigeon Lake) within a 10-minute drive that offer boating, fishing, beaches, biking and walking trails. Our property is about 1 hour south of Edmonton, Alberta. We have 2 different listings to choose from. Our Tiny Home Cabin and unique Glamping tents. Come enjoy this tranquil piece of nature with us - we look forward to hosting you!

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Homegrown Campground & Cabins

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents160 acres · Slave Lake, AB

Homegrown Campground and Cabins is nestled on the north shore of Lesser Slave Lake and I offer cozy camping areas with private lakefront views of Dog Island. I currently have 4 camp sites, two of which have decks, and another site with one tiny cabin. Please read: The property is also a Bison farm and I have two dogs, Luna and Pyro, who are the campground security managers. They love people and other furry friends! Please note that this campground/farm are my dogs home, and they may wonder over at some point and say hello. Please do not feed them, and use good judgment if you are traveling with dogs of your own. Aggressive dogs will not be tolerated. If my dogs overstay their welcome, or if you simply aren't a dog person, please let me know and I can come retrieve them. Potable water is available, directions to it will be made available after checking in. Also, if any of the sites, garabge bin or outhouse needs attention, PLEASE let me know. I ask that you don't leave bags of garbage on the ground after checking out since birds, dogs, or bears will take that as an ivite to make a mess looking for a snack. I do have a full time job that prevents me from being around 100% of the time, so with your help, we can ensure a clean and safe campground for everyone to enjoy. There is a metal dumpster at the end of the road that can be used if needed. Points of interest nearby include: Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park, Devonshire Beach. 5-10 minutes away. You can't say you've been to Slave Lake with out saying you've been to Devonshire. Endless amounts of clean white "squeaky" sand and shallow waters perfect for summer beach days. You will never find a rock on the beach or in the water. The southern end of the park consists of sand ridges and blowout dunes, behind which are a series of marshes and wetlands. Marten Mountain View Point (Lily Lake Trail). 15 minutes away. By far the best view of the lake that you will ever get! At 1020 meters, Marten Mountain is the highest point of land for hundreds of square kilometers. From the Marten Mountain Viewpoint, you can take in a truly breathtaking view of Lesser Slave Lake and its forested slopes. The view point is also the trail head to get to Lily Lake, a medium difficulty 4 km round trip. The cozy lake is stocked with trout and is an excellent afternoon adventure. Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation. 5 minutes away. It is one of Canada's northernmost bird observatories and is one of the only boreal forest bird observatories in the world. Nice walking trails and a great information center with stunning architecture. Gilwood Golf Course. 2 minutes away. Neighboring the property is an 18 hole golf course with a clubhouse and restaurant. Activities nearby include fishing, hiking, wildlife watching, swimming, and so much more! Pets are welcome, campfires are permitted.

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D & D Glamping/Camping

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · AB

Discover Serenity Near Payne Lake Provincial Park Escape to our peaceful, pet-friendly glamping and campground, just steps away from the natural beauty of Payne Lake Provincial Park. Whether you bring your own tent or RV, or rent one of our cozy options, you’ll find yourself surrounded by nature’s tranquility. Enjoy fishing, for rainbow trout, swimming, or launching your boat or other water craft right from the park. Located only 14 km from the Waterton Park boundary and a short 20-minute drive to the Waterton Park townsite, our campground offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility. For those looking to explore further, we are also just 25 minutes from Cardston, home to the historic Remington Carriage Museum, the Cardston Carriage House Theatre, and the beautiful temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Relax around the fire pit, savor meals at the provided picnic tables, and immerse yourself in the quiet, private setting. Please note, we currently do not offer hook-ups or potable water, so come prepared to enjoy a true off-grid experience. We are located only a 15 minute drive from the Waterton Lake National Park.

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Wheatland Shores Campground

48 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Calgary, AB

Explore the great outdoors with Wheatland Shores Campground. Offering trailer and tent camping options for short or seasonal stays, our picturesque campground is located on Eagle Lake in Southern Alberta. Enjoy fishing, water sports, and kayak rentals in the summer. Then in the winter season enjoy skating on the lake, snowshoeing and access to the lake for ice fishing. Find all your camping essentials at our onsite store. Group sites available. Make memories that last at Wheatland Shores Campground.

Rough Diamond Ranch

6 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Calgary, AB

Quiet, majestic back to nature spot! This is a place to get away from a busy life. With close proximity to Winchell Lake, this land is ideal for fishing, hiking or simply enjoying the breathtaking scenery. We have 4 campsites available for tent or RV/trailer campers. If you're bringing an RV, we have two power outlets and water available. You will be parking on a field and the site requires levelling. Electricity and firewood are both available for purchase (see extras below). Please add this to your reservation at the time of booking. Campfires are permitted, pets are welcome. Potable water, picnic table, and outhouse are all available. We have cows, goats, chickens, horses and dogs on the property that generally love people. :) I have only one dog and typically allow dogs to run off leash. We do have to be careful that it doesn't turn to a dog gang as this happened once and they took down one of my goats. The goats Hon and Chewy are okay but it took months for poor Hon to heal. I also worry about the chickens so please keep and eye on your dogs! Lots of treed areas for private camping, horseback riding hiking and walking! Bird watching is big around here as we are on a bird migratory path. We are just above Winchell Lake and less than 10 km from Water Valley Golf Course and Saloon. Please recognize that you are visiting a Ranch not a campsite. We are sharing our piece of heaven with you and you are helping to support our animals and their heaven. Chickens are "True" Free Range and hand fed every morning. Eggs are $7.00 a dozen to pay for their feed. :) Every spring the rain tends to cause ruts and washes out some of the road on the way to the back forty where the meadow is. We gather rocks on the property to fill the ditches but the early part of the year the roads can be bumpy. Please ask the conditions of the road when you book if you have concerns. Thanks!

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Nature's West

2 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Nordegg, AB

There's no place like Nature's West. You'll have 160 acres all to yourself, and crown land 360 degrees around our property. If you're tired of crowded campsites, this is the place for you! Ideally located in the idyllic Clearwater County you are only minutes away from Crimson Lake and Wilderness Village. Beyond that, day trips to Nordegg or Lake Abraham will ensure you never run out of things to do here. ATV'ing, hiking, biking, equestrian, all welcome!

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QWRC Alpacas

9 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · AB

We are a family-run farm raising Alpacas, Llamas, cats, a dog, and horses. Please review our pictures You will see 2 of our painted buildings - when you see these buildings from the gate, you will know you are at the correct farm. One has yellow sunflowers, a pond & a monarch butterfly saying 'Blessings' and the other has yellow & purple & yellow flowers on it. Our Alpacas & Llamas are not 'halter broke'; however, love to visit our guests when they arrive. Should you & your family wish to hand-feed them their treats (please request when booking your stay, so we have them ready when you arrive), we provide the treats for $10 per adult (14+ years) & $5 per child (13 years & under) per person & will teach everyone how to feed them. Pictures & videos are welcomed; however please share with the Hosts. Everyone must wear 'closed toed shoes", around the animals. With lots of space for kids to play & ride their bicycles, families may take long walks to our 'spring' (sorry no swimming; only for inspiration, peacefulness & wildlife) while picking wild Saskatoons, Raspberries & Rosehips (in season). Please note our farm is 'fragrance free' - no colognes, perfumes, scented deodorant or scented bug spray. We have an 'outdoor bathroom' for your use when one is not enough. We have tables & chairs to eat your lunch &/or snacks (bring own), as we do not offer food for sale. Smoking allowed in your unit(s) only. We have alpaca products & a variety of gifts for sale - such as: hats, mittens, socks, insoles, scarves, yarn, roasting sticks, & raw fiber. We also offer an Alpaca sponsorship program, alpaca ornaments, adventure bags, etc.. We accept donations towards the care of the animals, as well. Payment accepted by cash or electronic transfers (e-transfers) in either currency of U.S. or Canadian dollars - NO exchange rates will be offered (if you have U.S. dollars they will be the same value as Canadian dollars). We are close to several local towns with full services - physicians, dental, chiropractors & hospitals, gas stations, wash & sewage removal stations, grocery stores (Wal-Mart and West Edmonton Mall), restaurants, shopping, banking centers, etc. Please note: Jasper National Park is not accessible due to the devastation of both the park & the town due to wildfires as of July 22nd, 2024. Pets are welcomed - dogs &/or cats, however they must be on a leash, cleaned up after, well behaved, and MUST BE PRE-APPROVED FIRST before request is confirmed, depending on their age & breed. We are open during winter months (weather permitting) for snowshoeing & cross country skiing (bring your own), with a winter campfire & complimentary marshmallows & hot chocolate. We know from time-to-time plans do change & we ask if you would be kind enough to advise us asap & then to cancel with your Reservation Organization to open the space for other campers. Blessings & Safe Travels from MJ (Mary-Jane) & family.

Wish You Were Here Eco Village Inc.

3 sites · RVs, Tents146 acres · Edmonton, AB

Welcome to our eco-friendly and sustainably run campground, where we offer a range of short-term and long-term stay options designed to reconnect you with nature. Situated on 146 acres of pristine land, our campground provides fully serviced 30 amp power, water, and sewer containers for RVs, as well as options for dry camping or tenting stalls. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of our surroundings with scenic walking trails and abundant wildlife to explore. Our central amenities facility features clean and modern bathrooms, a convenient laundry facility, and a market garden offering fresh produce grown right on-site. Conveniently located just off Isle Lake, we're only 50 minutes west of Edmonton on Range Road 55, making us the perfect destination for a relaxing back-to-nature camping experience. Whether you're seeking a weekend getaway or a longer retreat, our campground offers the ideal setting to unwind and recharge amidst the tranquility of the great outdoors.

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Lakeside RV camping in Alberta guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to source for discovering the perfect RV camping spot near the sparkling lakes of Alberta, Canada. With over 650 available options that cater to your specific combination of RV and lake preferences, you're sure to find the perfect spot to call home for your next adventure. Our top-rated campsites, such as The Secret Sanctuary (56 reviews), Rocky Mountains Camping (47 reviews), and Homegrown Campground & Cabins (31 reviews), are highly recommended by fellow campers. You can expect to pay an average of $35 per night, but with options as low as $10 per night, there's something for everyone. Popular amenities like toilets, trash, and potable water are available, and you can enjoy activities such as autumn fun, climbing, and off-roading (OHV). So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable RV camping experience in Alberta!