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red deer river

red deer river

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Provincial Recreation Area. 122 hectares.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendly
drive from calgary
1.4h · 108 km
drive from edmonton
3.2h · 243 km
drive from vancouver
8.2h · 614 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.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to red deer river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about red deer river

can dogs camp at red deer river?
Yes. Red Deer River Provincial Recreation Area allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does red deer river have electric hookups?
No. Red Deer River Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is red deer river from calgary?
Red Deer River Provincial Recreation Area is 108 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.4-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at red deer river?
Peak season at Red Deer River Provincial Recreation Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of red deer river.

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

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