Lakeside camping near Drumheller with campfires

Rugged hikes and ancient life—adventure awaits in Drumheller, dino capital of the world.

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Canada
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Alberta
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Drumheller

91% (28 reviews)

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2 top lakeside campgrounds near Drumheller with campfires

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Wheatland Shores Campground

51 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Calgary, AB

Explore the great outdoors with Wheatland Shores Campground. Offering trailer and tent camping options for short or seasonal stays, our picturesque campground is located on Eagle Lake in Southern Alberta. Enjoy fishing, water sports, and kayak rentals in the summer. Then in the winter season enjoy skating on the lake, snowshoeing and access to the lake for ice fishing. Find all your camping essentials at our onsite store. Group sites available. Make memories that last at Wheatland Shores Campground.

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Little Slice of Heaven

3 sites · Lodging3 acres · Calgary, AB

A little slice of heaven - that was what one of my neighboring ranchers called the place I live as we were chatting while he pulled me out of a ditch one winter morning. I couldn't have said it better myself. This place is truly peaceful. We have a beautiful 3 acres that back on to a 15+ acre lake and natural wetland, with a private dock. There is a woodland area that borders the property and runs along the lake with a path, peaceful nooks, and a secluded duck blind. There is open grass space and a fire pit + seating and picnic table near the lake. For Accommodations... You have your choice of two camper trailers. The Mallard sleeps 3-4, and The Terry can sleep up to 8. Both have fully functioning kitchens and washrooms. They are hooked up to solar charged batteries that will run all the basics inside (plug ins, heat, lights, radio, etc.). We also have a generator available if you require use of the air conditioning or microwave; we provide 30L of gas for the generator, which used as needed will last 3-5 days, or more. Additional gas is available for an extra charge - current gas price plus 15%. For Fun... We have kayaks, a pedal boat, fresh horseshoe pits, ladder ball, bocce ball, a few board games: monopoly, scrabble, crib, connect four, and some art supplies: a couple of easels, canvasses, paints and other crafting fun! If you like bird watching this is the spot for you! Many nest along the cattails, easily visible from the shore or the dock, and there are Bald Eagles, Great Horned Owls, and lots of Hawks in the area. We are happy to lend you our binoculars and bird book! If you are more into relaxation, we also have a hot tub, infrared sauna, and inversion table on-site. Your host, Desirea Marie is also the founder of Forged Soulutions and would be honored to enhance your stay by scheduling you in for personal relaxation and transformation services. She provides Foundational and Restorative Yoga, Reiki Healing, Belief Re-patterning, and Relaxation Massage, starting at $49 for 30 minutes and with special package options for our HipCamp guests! We also have a small flock of beautiful laying hens, a small greenhouse and garden, with fresh eggs, some herbs, vegetables and houseplants available for purchase - based on season and availability.

Lakeside camping near Drumheller with campfires guide

Overview

On the Red Deer River in the Badlands of Alberta, Canada, sits 70-million-year-old Drumheller centred in a region of untamed nature, rich history, and unparalleled camping. Drumheller, Alberta is best known for its famous dinosaur museum, the Royal Tyrrell Museum, but rustic waterside campsites along Elbow River make the area ideal for canoeing and kayaking, too. Tent sites on working cattle ranches (with friendly cows onsite) and RV sites overlooking the Badlands are both within reach of campers visiting Drumheller.

Where to go

Dinosaur Provincial Park

Dinosaur Provincial Park offers a unique camping experience to the south of Drumheller. Here, paleontology lovers hunt for traces of ancient history in one of the most fossil-dense areas on Earth, and photographers line up to take the sunset tour for the best views. Trek through the Badlands or wander the looming hoodoos (otherworldly rock formations) and twisting canyons where dinosaurs once roamed, then settle in for the night at a nearby Hipcamp.

Midland Provincial Park

In the Badlands of Drumheller is Midland Provincial Park, a renowned Canadian destination for mountain biking, fossil hunting, hiking, and geocaching—even if it is a day-use park only. If you’re interested in more recent history, take a short walk through the Midland Coal Mine Day Use Area to see 1970s mining artifacts. Then, wind down next to the fire pits at your rustic A-frame rental, enjoy some lakeside glamping to relax with modern comforts, or live every kid’s fantasy in a forest treehouse.

Hoodoos Trail

Through twisting, wild ravines on Hoodoos Trail, otherworldly sandstone pillars and other rock formations soar above an almost alien environment. Nearby, campers can find a small convenience store with washrooms, potable water, and other refreshments. Elsewhere in the area, enjoy a glamping stay at a family-owned farm, stay the night in a cozy cabin in the woods, or park at a serene RV site.

When to go

Drumheller, AB experiences cold winters (with an average high of 0°C), so the most popular times to visit are spring or summer. Nearby campsites book quickly in these months, so plan and reserve ahead. During this time, days get hot in the Badlands, with highs averaging around 26°C. Visit Drumheller in May or September to beat the crowds, avoid the hottest and coldest seasons, and best experience all the rugged beauty of these ancient lands.