Johnston Canyon Campground🏕️

A forested campground on the Bow Valley Parkway. Right across the road from the Johnston Canyon Trailhead. Peaceful at night and perfect for hitting the canyon early before the crowds, or other trails in the area. Pack bear spray and store food properly - this is a wildlife corridor.

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📅 SEASON

• Typically open from May 22 to September 21

• Reservable online

• Unserviced

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🏕️ SITES

• 132 unserviced sites for tents & RVs (max 8.2 meters long)

• Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table

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

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💵 FEES

• Stay: $34.00 CAD (per night)

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

• Parks Pass: Parks Canada Pass Required

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FACILITIES & SERVICES

• 🚻 Toilets?: Yes (flush toilets)

• 💧 Drinking water?: Yes

• 🚿 Showers?: Yes

• ♿ Accessible facilities?: Yes

• 🛖 Shelter (cooking/picnic)?: Yes

• 🔥 Firepits?: Yes

• 🔒 Food storage lockers?: Yes

• 🗑 Sani-dump?: On-site

• 🛜 Cell service?: Spotty at best

• 🗒 Notes:

-Interpretive programs offered.

-Public transit stop available, with summer transit to the town of Banff.

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🔗 BOOKINGS & DETAILS

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

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✅ TIPS FROM DEV, LINKS & SAFETY

• The Bow Valley Parkway is a high bear activity area! Always keep your distance from wildlife, carry bear spray, travel safely.

• The campground is popular in the summer, so I highly recommend to reserve in advance through Banff Camping

• Great home base for nearby trails like Johnston Canyon, Silverton Falls, Moose Meadows, Ink Pots, Castle Mountain, Rockbound Lake and more.