Photo: Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
Alberta Parks inside Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Parkwhat to expect
Dry Island Buffalo Jump is a secret gem in the Alberta Parks system. Located near Trochu, Alberta, the Park offers breathtaking scenic views of the Red Deer River Valley. A favorite spot for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, the area boasts over 150 different species of birds, from warblers to turkey vultures! As you drive along the flat prairies towards the park entrance, you will start to see the massive river valley to the north. There is a parking lot and interpretive signage here, along with fantastic views of the valley. The name of the park includes two unique geological features: a buffalo jump and a dry island. A Buffalo Jump is an important location and technique used by Indigenous People to harvest Bison. The bison were herded into a gathering basin on the prairie above and …
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the basics
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the campsites
things to do here
Activities you can do at Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park.
things to do nearby
Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.
- Dry Island Trailhead
- Dry Island Trailhead
what's around
Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park plus 2 named places to see and do nearby — trails, beaches, viewpoints, water, and services.
water + services
- Nearest dump station — Tail Creek Park dump station
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
recent reports
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other campgrounds nearby
Other places to stay within 25 km.
- T L Bar Ranch
- McKenzie Crossing Campground
- Tolman Campgrounds
- Trenville Park
- Elnora Campground
- Town of Trochu Campground
- Trochu Golf & Country Club Campground
Plus 1 user-tagged dispersed site on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.
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