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Dinosaur Campground, Dinosaur Provincial Park

Alberta Parks inside Dinosaur Provincial Park
Dinosaur Provincial Park · Alberta

what to expect

Nestled in the heart of Alberta’s badlands, Dinosaur Provincial Park is home to one of the richest dinosaur fossil sites in the world. In recognition of the exceptional abundance and diversity of dinosaur and other vertebrate fossils, the largest and most spectacular area of badlands in Canada, and the unique riparian (riverside) habitat, this special place was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Over 500 different species of life from tiny fern spores to frogs and birds have been recorded, including 58 dinosaur species. Come learn about the natural history of Dinosaur Provincial Park and see some of the fossils for yourself at the Visitors Centre. Join a guided excavation, try casting fossils or get out and enjoy a hike on one of our amazing trails. There is lots to offer for…

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

Hookups & power
Electrical hookupsDump station
At the campground
Drinking waterLaundryCamp storeFirewoodRestaurantFire pitsPicnic shelterVisitor centre
Recreation
PlaygroundBoat launchRec hall
Access & policies
Pets allowedWinter camping

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Drive from Calgary
182 km
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Drive from Edmonton
338 km
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the campsites

Total sites
122
Group sites
yes
Toilets
flush toilets
Showers
yes

things to do here

Activities you can do at Dinosaur Campground, Dinosaur Provincial Park.

HikingCanoeing & kayakingWildlife viewingGeocaching

things to do nearby

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

Plus 1 user-tagged boat launch, 1 user-tagged viewpoint, 1 user-tagged beach on OpenStreetMap — visible as pins on the map below.

water + services

3 user-tagged water sources, 2 user-tagged dump stations on OpenStreetMap.

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
Operational Service Change: Campsite Renumbering – Check Maps Before Booking
Alberta Parks has this advisory posted for the park. Effective November 17, 2025 - Until Further Notice. Affects: Dinosaur Campground, Dinosaur Group Use, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Dinosaur Wall Tent Comfort Camping. Check the official advisory for the current status before you travel. Alberta Parks advisory →
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 →

recent reports

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other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km — ones with openings in the next 14 days first.

Plus 1 user-tagged dispersed site on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.

Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Google Places. Neighbourhood joins 4 named anchors.