Banff National Park is Canada's first and largest national park, with 2,564 square miles of mountains, valleys, forest and rivers. The park was reserved after two railway workers found a cave with hot springs in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Activities in the park include hiking, biking, camping and climbing in the summer. Winters at Banff are perfect for skating and skiing. Primitive campsites throughout the park allow campers to experience Banff without modern luxuries.
Two Jack Lakeside Campground
Two Jack Lakeside Campground is situated along the Lake Minnewanka loop road; some campsites are along the lake's shore. There are 74 campsites in the campground that can accommodate up to two vehicles and two tents. Fire pits are at each campsite, but campers must obtain a fire permit at the kiosk. While at the campground, be sure to take a hike through the wilderness to explore the natural flora and fauna of the area. A dip in Lake Minnewanka is the perfect activity to cool off on a hot summer day.
Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground
Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground is the largest campground at Banff National Park with 618 campsites. Each campsite can accommodate a maximum two vehicles and two tents. Not all campsites have fire pits, but campers will need a fire permit to burn at sites with fire pits. Campsites within Tunnel Mountain Village 1 are set against a natural backdrop of tall evergreen trees in a quiet area near the Banff town site. This location is perfect for hikers, bird watchers and other outdoor enthusiasts.
Rampart Creek Campground
The Rampart Creek Campground is a 50-campsite, unserviced campground. The Columbia Icefield is just a short trek away, making it a very exciting campground to visit. The campground provides fire rings and flush toilets, but no showers. Visitors will gasp at the beautiful mountain views. While at the campground, hiking and biking are two activities you don't want to miss.
Johnston Canyon Campground
Johnston's Canyon Campground is a 132-site campground just 15 miles from Johnston Canyon. Unlike many campgrounds at Banff National Park, Johnston's Canyon provides heated showers and flush toilets to campers. Spectacular scenery is all around and a nearby creek provides a perfect place to cool off. No stay is complete without making the trek up to Johnston's Canyon to see the breathtaking views and two waterfalls.
Waterfowl Lake Campground
Waterfowl Lake Campground is a 116-site campground with water, toilets and fire rings. The main feature of the campground is the nearby Waterfowl Lake with a variety of aviary species. Campers will delight in the site where the Mistaya River enters this pristine lake. A nearby trail leads to Cirque and Chephren lakes where great hiking awaits. In the summer months, a swim in the lake is the perfect way to break the heat and get in some exercise.
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