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Camping in Canada

Canada offers plenty of space for camping and RVing with lakes, forests, and natural wonders abound.

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Mys Retreat - Gateway to Algonquin

59 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents175 acres · Burk's Falls, Parry Sound
MYS Retreat - Find peace and reconnect with nature in Kearney, Ontario, Canada. Are you looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and find peace in the wild nature? MYS Retreat is the perfect destination for you. Located in Kearney, Ontario, Canada, MYS Retreat is a completely natural campsite amidst pine forests, lakes, and stunning mountain landscapes. We provide retreat services, camping grounds, and outdoor activities to help you reconnect with nature and bring your soul back into balance. Our campsites are fully equipped for a comfortable stay, with beautifully designed tents and full amenities for a perfect vacation. You can also participate in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, climbing, or fishing. In addition, MYS Retreat also offers retreat services to help you find balance in your life. Come and experience MYS Retreat to find peace and connect with nature. We guarantee that you will have a wonderful vacation and return with a relaxed and refreshed spirit and reconnect with nature in Kearney, Ontario, Canada.
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The Twisted Tent

39 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · New Glasgow, Pictou
You will find us just off Exit 20, Highway 104. The property boasts 3 ponds and a park like setting where the tents are located. There is a river near by if you like to Kayak or fish, we are within 20 minutes to the beach. Hiking trails are close by as well as museums, parks and Go-Karts on property. This is off grid, there is a porta potty and an outdoor shower. Whistleberry Market is 2 minutes away, Green Thumb 5 min walk away.
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Cabinco - Northern Bruce Peninsula

28 sites · Lodging6 acres · Wiarton, Bruce
Welcome to Cabinco at beautiful Stokes Bay on the Northern Bruce Peninsula. We are located right on the water with a Marina. Now that you have booked your home away from home you are ready to explore some of the local areas! Stokes Bay is conveniently tucked away between Lions Head and Tobermory's amenities and sites. Access to the Bruce Trail is available in several locations nearby as well as in Stokes Bay.
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Blacksmith Landing Eco Camp

31 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Canal Flats, East Kootenay
Nestled in the majestic Rocky Mountain Trench in Southeastern BC, just a short drive from Lussier natural hot springs, hiking, boating, canoeing, golfing, breathtaking WhiteSwan Lake, and the Kootenay and Columbia rivers. Blacksmith Landing is a safe, spacious and peaceful camp where minimal environmental impact is encouraged. We are faithful stewards and respect our beautiful forested land. Our expectation is that campers will also share this respect for our Eco systems in an environmentally friendly way.
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Orren Creek Ranch Resort

46 sites · RVs, Tents189 acres · Clearwater, Cariboo
      Orren Creek Ranch  ~ Wilderness Resort is a manifestation of a city girl's country dreams coming true!      Sharon Marie wanted to live off grid with her family in a more peaceful, natural environment, where she could rescue animals and create a sacred space where others would love to come and stay.      In 2016 she had the good fortune of aquiring 189 acres of land, in a fairly remote location, with it's very own lake, surrounded by wilderness, on a mountain plateau in the Southern Cariboo region of beautiful British Columbia.  Once used as a ranch, Sharon now offers her little slice of heaven for others.     It's a place to breathe in fresh air, soak up the energy of the forest and lake and observe wildlife in its natural habitat.   Orren Creek Ranch is a wonderful place to recharge, share good times, make memories, meaningful connections .... and to heal your body, mind and spirit! Come Stay With Us ... and Let Your Spirit Soar!Learn more about this land:Relax and breathe in the fresh air at this private mountain plateau campsite in the Canadian Rockies! A place to breathe in the fresh air, soak up the energy of the forest and lake and observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Orren Creek Ranch is a wonderful place to recharge, share good times, make memories, meaningful connections .... and heal your body, mind and spirit!You will be surrounded by beautiful BC Wilderness and wildlife, just steps to your own private lake.  We have over 180 beautiful acres for you to camp on! Our property is located in Lone Butte, BC. Lone Butte is situated in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast region of British Columbia on the Fishing Hwy 24 and is the gateway to the scenic Interlakes Area of the Cariboo. It is known for its countless lakes providing great swimming, boating, and fishing.Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Pets are welcome.
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Wheatland Shores Campground

23 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Calgary, Division No. 5
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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Noah's Ark Resort

25 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Malakwa, Columbia Shuswap
Noah's Ark Resort is a peaceful, family-oriented campground and RV park located just outside of Revelstoke BC, where all the natural beauty is still intact. And we've landscaped our campsites and RV sites to compliment that beauty. You will find us halfway between Revelstoke and Sicamous, just off the scenic Trans Canada Highway. Nestled between the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains, Revelstoke is home to some of the best recreational sports in the world. You will enjoy camping and RV'ing at our beautifully scenic campground! We can accommodate vehicles up to 35ft in length and the sites are flat. Electrical, water and sewage hookups are available.
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Summer Winds

19 sites · RVs, Tents14 acres · Charlottetown, Kings
14 acre park like setting with open and treed campsites. We have 5 small cottages on the property, a paddle boat pond, walking trail and access to the shoreline. Our water is located at the mouth of the Cardigan River so you get warm water on a falling tide and salty cool water on the rise. Come join us!
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Go Hard Ranch

19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1700 acres · Division No. 14
Go Hard Ranch is nestled alongside Chip Lake and is conveniently located only 15 minutes from the Yellowhead Highway near the small Hamlet of Wildwood, Alberta. Our new stylish & adorable cabins and nearby Wash House offer you a luxurious and a unique stay in the heart of our ranch. Our campground has 12 stalls for additional levels of experience for those wishing to camp. Also for those wishing to make it an equestrian adventure we have large outdoor box stalls available for your horses to stay. Overlooking one of Alberta’s largest and underrated lakes, your time at our second-generation ranch will captivate you. Whether you are needing to step outside to experience the stunning views, trails, wildlife or your soul is craving to ride your horse on our trails, the Go Hard Ranch is your perfect go-to oasis. The Ranch is ideal for so many things such as individual getaways, families and other group camping, hosting your next retreat or event! The Ranch offers a venue with just the right taste of the country no matter what reason you have to visit.
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Sweetwater! Quirky Trip Experience!

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents153 acres · Fraser Fort George E, Fraser Fort George
What you will find at Sweetwater; An undeveloped campsite for tents and RV's with wild camping and few amenities, A Rustic BnB log cabin (campers can access toilet/shower/laundry if it's not booked), A Quaint Country Store with homespun foods and gifts, Fun Workshops and Classes (like pottery and breadmaking), Woodfired breads and Pizzas with "room service" food options or book a woodfired pizza dinner experience! Look up Becky's Farmhouse Market on Facebook for more information. Unplug and enjoy all that nature has to offer on 150 acres of trees and hay fields with your very own creek. Endless crown land borders the property and will allow you to roam for hours on your snowmobiles, quads, horses etc. Secret Lake is an easy 4x4 trail within 15 min that has a floating dock you can untie from the tree and pole out to the middle and fish for trout. There's a little firepit and cabin there and only the locals know about it so you will have privacy. Trapping Lake is at the end of the road and is accessible to the public for swimming, kyaking and fishing with small boats. Chubb lake is also nearby and where you would take the family swimming in a park-like setting. Just 1/2hr south of Prince George and 10 minutes north of Hixon, it allows you to experience an off-grid feel yet have amenities nearby! Every type of camper is welcome here from tying a hammock between 2 trees to a 45 ft RV with slides. There's tons of parking for RV's, semi rigs, horse trailers etc. It's a beautiful acreage and you can choose to stay wherever you like within the property boundaries just be sure to leave the land as you found it and follow fire bans. There are a few semi-level spots suitable for RV's and plenty of areas that can be accessed by vehicle. There are 153 acres of treed privacy and a creek you can camp right beside. If you MUST have power and water there is a hook in the well pump house. Or if you prefer something more glamorous rent the 2bd log house for the weekend :) I own all the property on both sides of the road all the way down to Horrocks Rd. You may choose to camp on your right side in one of the open hay fields or the treed section between them or you may choose to turn left just before Horrocks rd (where theres no fencing and the old hay barn that's being dismantled) and go exploring to find a creekside location. If you prefer a more level spot or prefer to be closer to other people you can turn left onto Horrocks Rd and left into the driveway of the house with the red roof. You may camp around the house (like in the backyard down beside the creek)
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Victoria Trail Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Vegreville, Division No. 12
Learn more about this land: Victoria Trail Campground will be opening in the summer of 2022. We will be offering weekday, weekend and seasonal camping. We can build you a campsite specific to your needs. If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles up to 45ft in length and the site requires levelling.  We have a garbage disposal, outhouse, access to water at the main cabin, garden plots available to rent, access to the Iron Horse Trail for quads, river is close by and are numerous other lakes for swimming, fishing etc. There is a Sani station a few miles away, store, car wash, gas station, liquor store and several restaurants. Laundry and groceries are 15 minutes away. Treed private stalls and dog-friendly. We are very accommodating to what your needs may be.
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Edgewood springs

20 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Nakusp, Central Kootenay
Edgewood springs is 11 acres with amazing views of the mountains, mature trees spaced out across the land hiking trails a large pond and access to the some of the most amazing lakes British Columbia has to offer. While you are in the area take in some of the most amazing swimming holes and kayaking with great fishing opportunities. Did I mention the hundreds of kilometres of ATV and snowmobile trails ? We are located only 1.2 hours from the Okanagan and a short drive to the hot springs .
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Camping in Canada guide

Though Canada is the world’s second-largest country, a staggering 80 percent of its land is uninhabited, which means there’s plenty of space for camping, glamping, and RVing. With pristine lakes, lush forests, and natural wonders just begging to be a part of your next camping trip, here are some of the best places in Canada to sleep under the stars.

Where to Go

The Atlantic Region

Composed of tiny islands and peninsulas, the four Atlantic provinces form a crescent-shaped bay on Canada’s eastern coast: the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Prince Edward Island National Park faces the gulf, and with its scenic coastal landscape, charming lighthouses, and sand dunes, it’s easy to see why it inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery’s famous novel, Anne of Green Gables. Meanwhile, Gros Morne National Park, a world heritage site on the west coast of Newfoundland, is an ecological kaleidoscope of misty fjords for kayaking, sea caves, and the highest waterfall in eastern North America. New Brunswick’s Fundy National Park is all about high tides, and Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Highlands National Park covers major landscapes—think steep cliffs, rocky coastline hiking trails, and tundra-like plateaus, plus wildlife like moose, puffins, whales, and bald eagles.

Central Canada

The southern parts of Central Canada, bordering four of the five Great Lakes, are a camper’s dream, with green countryside, forests, and thousands of lakes and rivers. Check out the quiet coves and charming fishing villages, or find a camping spot along the rugged cliffs of Forillon National Park, set on the outer tip of Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula. In Bruce Peninsula National Park in Ontario, just four hours north of Toronto, look out for limestone cliffs, dozens of orchid species, and a variety of wildlife—everything from white-tailed deer and otters to porcupines and even black bears. Plus, at the northern tip of Bruce Peninsula, you’ll find underwater adventure at Fathom Five National Marine Park. Dive down to explore more than 20 shipwrecks, or view them through crystal-clear water from a glass-bottomed boat. And don’t miss the astounding flowerpot rock formations caused by tidal pool erosion.

The Prairie Provinces

Here in the south you’ll find wide-open plains, but head north in the Prairie Provinces and you’ll see some of the most ecologically diverse landscapes in the country. With its subarctic forest, tundra, and part of North America’s largest expanse of peat bog, Manitoba’s Wapusk National Park is a prime location to see polar bears with one of the largest known maternity denning areas for the great white bears. Grasslands, forests, and lakes all come together in Riding Mountain National Park, where you can watch bison munch on grass or, if you time your trip right, view the Northern Lights. Saskatchewan’s Grasslands National Park is yet another place to spot a herd of bison grazing on the endless plain. And, of course, the Alberta province shelters quite a few gorgeous parks among the world’s premier destinations. The Crypt Lake Trail in Waterton Lakes National Park is on many hiker wishlists due to its spectacular waterfall and wildflower views. See an epic sunrise over the mirror-like water of the iconic Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, one of the most photographed locations in the entire country. You can also explore the ancient Athabasca Glacier in the Columbia Icefields while visiting the southern end of Jasper National Park.

The West Coast (The Pacific Region)

This is one of the most mountainous areas in Canada—the Pacific Coast Mountains start around Vancouver and the Canadian Rocky Mountains lie to the east—and British Columbia provincial parks and campsites are a main draw. There’s tons to do in Pacific Rim National Park: take a surf lesson at Long Beach, go canoeing through the maze of rugged Broken Group Islands, or hike the 47-mile West Coast Trail through the rainforest for backcountry camping. Road trip to Yoho National Park in the Rocky Mountains for towering waterfalls, or hike Mount Revelstoke National Park’s trails for views of wildflower meadows, 800-year-old red cedar trees, and impressive wetlands. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of mountain caribou, pine marten, or golden eagles.

Northern Canada

Most of the terrain in Northern Canada is rocky and barren with sparse vegetation. Hike through the Arctic at Auyuittuq National Park in the Nunavut territory for scenic fjords, rushing rivers, and huge glaciers, plus the chance to cross paths with lemmings or polar bears. If visiting the Northwest TerritoriesNahanni National Park, prepare yourself for camping sites near the epic Virginia Falls, known for being double the size of Niagara. You may encounter a bit more life by traveling west to the Yukon province, where Kluane National Park is a prime location to watch the grizzlies, caribou, and eagles who live among the backcountry peaks and sprawling valleys.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Canada has free camping options, often referred to as "Crown land" or "public land" camping. Approximately 89% of Canada's land is owned by the government and is open for public use, including free camping. These campsites are typically primitive and dispersed, with no facilities or amenities. It's essential to come prepared and practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural environment.

In Manitoba, around Winnipeg, you can find free camping on provincial Crown land. However, you should check the specific regulations and restrictions for the area you plan to visit, as some areas may require permits or have other limitations. You can find more information about Crown land camping in Manitoba on the Manitoba government website.

Boondocking, or camping without facilities and hookups, is legal in Canada but only in certain areas. Crown land, which makes up about 41% of Canada's landmass, is available for boondocking, but this varies by province. In some provinces, like Ontario and British Columbia, you can camp for free on Crown land for up to 21 days. However, in other provinces, like Québec and New Brunswick, camping on Crown land is more restricted.

It is essential to research and follow local regulations and guidelines for boondocking in the specific area you are interested in. Stay within designated camping areas, and always practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize your impact on the environment. You can also find private boondocking spots on Hipcamp.

No, it is not legal to camp anywhere in Canada. Camping is regulated and allowed in designated areas such as national parks, provincial parks, regional parks, and private campgrounds. However, there are some areas where you can practice wild or dispersed camping, which is camping away from developed campgrounds and facilities.

In Canada, wild camping is generally allowed on Crown land (public land managed by the government) and in some national and provincial parks with specific backcountry camping permits. Rules and regulations for wild camping vary by province and territory, so it is essential to check local regulations before setting up camp.

For camping in Québec, you can find designated campgrounds and information on wild camping regulations on the Sépaq website (Société des établissements de plein air du Québec) for provincial parks and the Parks Canada website for national parks.

In Canada, wild camping, also known as dispersed or primitive camping, is generally allowed on Crown land, which is public land managed by the government. However, the rules and regulations for wild camping vary depending on the province or territory, and it's important to check the specific regulations for the area you plan to visit. In some cases, you may need to obtain a permit or pay a fee to camp on Crown land. Additionally, wild camping is not allowed in national parks and provincial parks unless it's in designated backcountry campsites or areas. Always practice Leave No Trace principles and follow local guidelines when wild camping in Canada.

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