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cool waters · kootenays

cool waters

Private operator
kootenays · British Columbia

the basics

pet-friendlyaccessible
drive from calgary
3.8h · 288 km
drive from vancouver
5.6h · 423 km
drive from edmonton
7h · 524 km

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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to cool waters. no showers means a travel towel;

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common questions about cool waters

can dogs camp at cool waters?
Yes. Cool Waters RV Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does cool waters have electric hookups?
No. Cool Waters RV Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is cool waters from calgary?
Cool Waters RV Park is 288 km from Calgary — approximately a 3.8-hour drive on highway routes.

nearby places

within ~100 km of cool waters.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from private operator + open sources

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