r/CampingAlberta

I got the pro subscription and can see plots labelled as agricultural crown land, would I still need to buy individual maps? If yes, what additional info do I get from purchasing those maps

Please read before camping here, especially if it’s your first time.

Before you arrive, I highly recommend downloading both the campground map and the brochures from the campground website. Once you’re at the campground, maps are available, but handheld brochures/maps may not always be in stock. Having everything downloaded ahead of time is very helpful since cell service isn’t available unless you use satellite. Also a good idea to know how to get to the closest town with cell service, grocery stores and gas. Make sure your planning out your gas mileage accurately as well, depending where your coming from as highway 22 doesn’t have cell service or gas stations.

If you’re driving in, make sure you turn at the Maycroft sign off Highway 22. If you miss that entrance and take the next one instead, be prepared as it is much steeper and can be difficult to get through. Our truck and trailer had a very hard time on that route, and our trailer tire ended up popping. Also, drive carefully on the gravel roads, as there are tight corners and some sections can be hazardous.

We stayed on the Crown land side. The campsites had basic fire pits already in place, and the outhouses were the cleanest I’ve ever experienced at a campground.

Keep in mind there is no drinking water available, showers,and firewood is not provided, both of which are stated on the campground website. We also couldn’t find any large garbage bins, so be prepared to pack out all of your garbage.

If you’re bringing ATVs or other off-highway vehicles, pay close attention to where you’re allowed to ride. Machines are only permitted in designated areas, so be sure to check the map before heading out.

If you’re planning to ride the big loop on ATVs, be prepared. It’s much longer than it looks on the map, and I wouldn’t recommend doing it alone. The trail has loose gravel, several steep sections, and deep ruts. We found the conditions challenging—our dirt bikes struggled on some of the climbs, and our side-by-side even got really stuck in one of the deeper ruts.

If you’re planning to fish, make sure you’re familiar with the fishing regulations for the specific body of water you’re on. Some areas allow you to keep fish, while others are catch-and-release only or have different restrictions. Check the regulations before you head out. We also noticed the water has changed quite a bit since we camped here a few years ago. Unfortunately, despite spending a lot of time fishing, we were unsuccessful this trip.

There are also conservation officers and other enforcement officers in the area, so make sure you have all of your paperwork with you. If you’re bringing ATVs, ensure all registration and insurance documents are up to date. Carry your driver’s license, and if you’re fishing, make sure you have your fishing licence with you. I’d also recommend bringing your pets’ registration just in case.

Overall, it’s a beautiful place to stay

Hi everyone! My husband, our 10-month-old and our dog are hoping to go camping next week, and we could use some recommendations! 😊

We didn’t make reservations ahead of time because we had a bunch of home renos going on and weren’t sure when we’d be finished. We’re hoping to leave Tuesday or Wednesday and stay at the first spot for at least 5 days, and potentially move somewhere else for another 4–5 days.

We have a 21-foot pull-along trailer and would love somewhere within about 4–5 hours of Edmonton, preferably heading toward the mountains. We’d love somewhere with a creek, big trees and lots of walking paths. A playground would be a nice bonus, but definitely not necessary.

We’re open to sites that may still have availability or first-come, first-served spots!
This will also be our first time camping with a baby, so I’d love any tips or advice from parents who have done it. Our trailer doesn’t have room for a playpen, so we’re trying to figure out sleeping arrangements. Has anyone used bumper rails on the bottom bunk? There’s no gap between the mattress and the walls, and the mattress is quite firm, so I’m wondering if that could work.

Any campsite recommendations or baby camping tips would be SO appreciated! Thank you! ❤️

Me and my friends had a couple of camping reservations this year close to BC but had to cancel as a close friend of mine got a fracture.
Nevertheless we are looking to still do a short trip bext weekend but at this point everything is prebooked up. We would love to try backcountry camping!
We were looking at dutch creek as the website said first come first serve but when i called on the number online, they said no places left!

Are there any decent place preferbally lakeside, that are first come first serve or we can drop in without having to book or reserve? We dont mind paying any parking fees or anything and we can get without electricity and bring our own fire pit

I’m looking to tent for one night with my partner at Abraham in a few weeks, I have an account and a WIN card and everything but does she also need to purchase a camping pass? Or can I purchase both for us and have them both under my name? Couldn’t find much for information on the question on their website