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Wildcat Island Natural Area

wildcat island

Alberta Parks
bow valley corridor · Alberta

what to expect

Natural Area. 8 hectares.

the basics

drive from calgary
0.6h · 43 km
drive from edmonton
3.6h · 270 km
drive from vancouver
8.5h · 641 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 wildcat island. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about wildcat island

how far is wildcat island from calgary?
Wildcat Island Natural Area is 43 km from Calgary — approximately a 0.6-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at wildcat island?
Peak season at Wildcat Island Natural Area aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of wildcat island.

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

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