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Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Alberta Parks

Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Found just southwest of Fort Macleod is the quaint Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area. Cottonwood trees provide shade for camping, fishing, canoeing, and observing wildlife. Its convenient location makes this a great place to basecamp while exploring the countless nearby cultural and historic sights of Southwest Alberta.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

Hookups & power
Dump station
At the campground
Fire pits
Access & policies
Pets allowed

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Drive from Calgary
154 km
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Drive from Edmonton
426 km
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the campsites

Total sites
40
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area.

FishingCanoeing & kayakingGeocaching

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.
First-come, first-served
No reservations taken or needed — show up, pick a vacant site, and self-register at the kiosk. Arrive early on summer weekends. See all first-come, first-served camping in Alberta →
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 →

other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km.

Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places. Neighbourhood joins 8 named anchors.