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wood buffalo

wood buffalo

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

NP. 3617253 hectares.

the basics

drive from edmonton
8.3h · 620 km
drive from calgary
12h · 900 km
drive from vancouver
17h · 1272 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 wood buffalo. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about wood buffalo

how far is wood buffalo from edmonton?
Wood Buffalo National Park of Canada is 620 km from Edmonton — approximately a 8.3-hour drive on highway routes.
when is the best time to camp at wood buffalo?
Peak season at Wood Buffalo National Park of Canada aligns with swimmable months — Jul. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

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

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