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Kootenay - Redstreak

kootenay - redstreak

Parks Canada
kootenays · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

A land of ice and fire, Kootenay National Park is a place of contrasts, with valleys and canyons carved by glaciers and grasslands marked by fire. Take a scenic drive along its historic highway. Step out to experience ancient fossils and steamy hot springs.

the basics

drive from calgary
1.8h · 135 km
drive from edmonton
4.5h · 336 km
drive from vancouver
7.2h · 541 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.

what to bring

this list adapts to kootenay - redstreak. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about kootenay - redstreak

how far is kootenay - redstreak from calgary?
Kootenay - Redstreak is 135 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.8-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at kootenay - redstreak?
Yes. Kootenay - Redstreak is operated by Parks Canada and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at kootenay - redstreak?
Peak season at Kootenay - Redstreak aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of kootenay - redstreak.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from parks canada + open sources

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