smokey bear

smokey bear

Private operator
British Columbia

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from calgary
3.9h · 294 km
drive from vancouver
5.3h · 394 km
drive from edmonton
5.8h · 432 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 smokey bear. no showers means a travel towel;

common questions about smokey bear

can dogs camp at smokey bear?
Yes. Smokey Bear Campground allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does smokey bear have electric hookups?
No. Smokey Bear Campground does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is smokey bear from calgary?
Smokey Bear Campground is 294 km from Calgary — approximately a 3.9-hour drive on highway routes.

nearby places

within ~100 km of smokey bear.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from private operator + open sources

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