Two Jack Campgrounds🏕️

Two connected campgrounds 10 km from Banff, near the Lake Minnewanka area. Quiet forest vibes, lake right on the doorstep (or camp-step I should say), and beautiful mountain views. Both sites are reservable online and book up fast in summer.

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📅 SEASONS & SITE OPTIONS

• All sites are reservable online.

• Pets Allowed?: Yes - Must be leashed at all times

• Two Jack Main - Unserviced:

  🚗Directions: Google Maps

  - Open from June 19 to September 1

  - 380 unserviced sites for tents & RVs (max 7.3 meters long)

• Two Jack Main - Equipped:

  🚗Directions: Google Maps

  - Open from June 19 to September 1

  - 32 equipped & pre-made 6-person canvas tents

• Two Jack Lakeside - Unserviced:

  🚗Directions: Google Maps

  - Open from May 22 to October 5

  - 74 unserviced sites for tents & RVs (max 8.2 meters long)

• Two Jack Lakeside - oTENTiks:

  🚗Directions: Google Maps

  - Open from May 22 to October 5

  - 10 oTENTiks with wood floors, bunks, tables etc

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💵 FEES

• Two Jack Main - Unserviced: $26.75 CAD (per night)

• Two Jack Main - Equipped: $86.50 CAD (per night)

• Two Jack Lakeside - Unserviced: $34.00 CAD (per night)

• Two Jack Lakeside - oTENTiks: $147.50 CAD (per night)

• Fire permit: $12.00-$17.00 CAD (per day)

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FACILITIES & SERVICES

• 🚻 Toilets?: Yes (flush toilets)

• 💧 Drinking water?: Yes

• 🚿 Showers?: Yes (Lakeside site only)

• ♿ Accessible facilities?: Limited

• 🛖 Shelter (cooking/picnic)?: Yes

• 🔥 Firepits?: Yes

• 🔒 Food storage lockers?: Yes

• 🗑 Sani-dump?: Yes (Main site only)

• 🛜 Cell service?: Spotty at best

• 🗒 Notes:

  - Public transit stop available.

  - Lake access for non-motorized recreation.

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🛶🏊 PADDLEBOARDING & SWIMMING

You will likely see a bunch of people jumping in the lake for a short and quick swim too. It will be on the cold side, so don't stay in for too long - but on a hot summer day, it can for sure be a refresh from the heat!

Although you can't rent any at the lake itself, there are a few places in Banff and Canmore that you can rent paddleboards & kayaks from. In this case, it's probably best to do a quick google of "Banff/Canmore paddleboard rental" and go with one that suits your location best, whether you are staying in Banff or Canmore.

Be sure to check the Banff Water Activity Advisory before heading out onto any lake.

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🔗 BOOKINGS & DETAILS

• Click: Banff Camping for more details & booking info.

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✅ TIPS FROM DEV, LINKS & SAFETY

• Pack bear spray and store food properly - you are in bear country.

• Bring an axe if you’re planning fires. The included wood often needs splitting.

• Great home base for nearby trails like the Two Jack Lakeshore and others in the Lake Minnewanka area. Check my map pins for lots more hiking and activity ideas.

• The campground is VERY popular in the summer (especially the lakeside site), so I highly recommend to reserve in advance through Banff Camping