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Cottonwood Campground, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Alberta Parks

Cottonwood Campground, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Set in the scenic southwestern prairies of Alberta, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area is a go-to destination for camping, water sports, and excellent river views, without the crowds! The park features two reservable campgrounds, a reservable Group Use Area, and two first come, first served campgrounds, providing options for families, groups, and solo travelers alike. With multiple Day Use Areas and extensive shoreline access, visitors can enjoy windsurfing, kitesurfing, powerboating, fishing, paddling, or simply relaxing along the water. Whether you’re boating across the reservoir, exploring the prairie landscapes, or soaking in the views, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area offers a perfect mix of recreation, scenery, and serenity.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

Hookups & power
Electrical hookupsDump station
At the campground
Drinking waterFirewoodFire pits
Recreation
PlaygroundBoat launch

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Drive from Calgary
166 km
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Drive from Edmonton
444 km
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the campsites

Total sites
82
Group sites
yes
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at Cottonwood Campground, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area.

FishingCanoeing & kayakingBoatingWildlife viewingGeocaching

things to do nearby

Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.

Plus 2 user-tagged viewpoints, 2 user-tagged boat launches, 1 user-tagged beach on OpenStreetMap — visible as pins on the map below.

what's around

Cottonwood Campground, Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area plus 1 named place to see and do nearby — trails, beaches, viewpoints, water, and services.

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

When you can reserve
Reservable through Alberta Parks. Individual campsites open on a rolling 90-day window that advances daily at 9am MT (comfort camping and group sites: 180 days). Alberta Parks reservation details →

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Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc.. Neighbourhood joins 9 named anchors.