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The best RV sites in Bar U Ranch National Historic Site, AB
Discover the rugged spirit of the West at Bar U Ranch National Historic Site.
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Bar U Ranch National Historic Site adventure.
Top-rated campsites near Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
Secluded Cliffside Paradise
1. Secluded Cliffside Paradise
97%
(17)
56km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 1 site
This secluded cliffside paradise overlooks the legendary Bow River known for its fly fishing and breathtaking views, we also have river access for kayaking.
Only 12 min from Calgary, and quick access to the transit system, you'll want to extend your stay!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Rocky View
2. Rocky View
97%
(34)
64km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 3 sites
Our small acreage is only a few meters outside of the city limits, where you can enjoy views of the mountains while relaxing under the trees. Experience the romance of the railroad as trains whistle by, and watch the farmers in the field across the road. We're close to Ralph Klein park, minutes to Stony Trail, Highway 22X, and Deerfoot Trail.
Electrical hookup
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The Bunker
3. The Bunker
100%
(13)
68km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 1 site
A light-industrial hideaway in Calgary’s Bonnybrook district.
30 amp and water hook-up
4 km to the Calgary Stampede
600m from Calgary Bow River bike path
5.7 km to downtown
90 meters to bus stop
3.4km to light rail transit station
5.6 km to Calgary Zoo
A unique RV experience awaits you with easy access to all of Calgary’s major attractions.
Backing a medium or large trailer in during business hours can be a little daunting due to street parking and some traffic. Weekends and after 6 pm have never been an issue for me.
The yard is secured with a locking gate for when you are our and about
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Porcupine Hills Range
4. Porcupine Hills Range
53km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Open space on green grass and mixed hay. No neighbours for 2km and only to the north east and south east. Many out buildings to get shelter from. Can be plugged in to power. Nice view of the Foothills and mountains. Large community fire pit. Can putter about on motorcycles or quads only with guide. We do target practice here and occasionally hit some golf balls about. Come set off some fireworks!
Electrical hookup
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Earthcode Sky Lodges at Yehke Getaways
5. Earthcode Sky Lodges at Yehke Getaways
59km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging
WELCOME TO EARTHCODE SKY LODGES
“You will witness some amazing sunsets over the mountain range at the end of the day. As the evening gets darker the stars come out and the sky paints an enchanting picture. As you go to sleep you may be serenaded by Indigenous drumming and singing or the distant howling of coyotes. Then imagine waking up to birds singing and when you step outside your tipi or tent you will be overwhelmed with a beautiful sunrise with glorious orange, purple sunlight gleaming on the majestic snow topped mountains. This is a total escape experience which wakes up your inner soul. When you visit these scared lands, you can feel the peaceful and natural healing energies of Mother Earth.”
Location
Earthcode Sky Lodges is located on the sacred lands of the Stoney Nakoda First Nations, a short 25-minute drive west of Cochrane, Alberta on Highway #1A. The town of Canmore is only 20 minutes away and 45 minutes’ drive to Banff National Park. The campground is nestled in a peaceful secluded setting with an amazing stunning view of the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Mount Yamnuska, a popular mountain destination for hikers, runners, and mountain bikers with plenty of trails to explore, is only a 10 minutes’ drive away.
Our camp is situated on Yethka Getaways, on private lands held by a Stoney Elder at the base of the Rocky Mountains which offers spectacular pristine scenery. Close to the Earthcode Sky Lodges is the the Bow River which offers some great fishing opportunities and recreational options such as white-water rafting and horseback riding. Our camp is surrounded by pristine country which is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, coyotes, and moose. Golden and bald eagles also make their home around the camp. The primary attraction to our camp is the amazing scenery which includes beautiful sunsets to the west and at night the stars come out very vividly. What stands us apart from other similar glamping operations is the cultural and educational experience through the sharing of our traditional Indigenous knowledge around star constellations.
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Onespot Crossing Campgrounds
6. Onespot Crossing Campgrounds
84%
(76)
65km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 45 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:OPEN ALL YEAR!Our campsite is the perfect city escape. We’re 40 minutes away from downtown Calgary but completely surrounded by nature.With over 50 acres, we offer very large, open, and spacious campsites to accommodate all. If you want a group gathering or a quiet secluded weekend, we are here to accommodate everyone and are very flexible with our customers' needs - feel free to message me with any questions. Picnic tables and firepits are provided in all of our unserviced natural sites. There is a toilet available.Onespot Campground is all-natural and has no power or water campground. Generators are permitted. Trailers need to fill water and dump trailer before arriving (we have no water and no dump site yet).Close to West Bragg Creek Provincial for hiking and mountain biking in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter.We are a family-friendly and pet-friendly campground. To ensure that we respect all guests, we have an 11 pm curfew. We look forward to hosting you!
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Judy
1 week ago
47 ft travel trailer
With pets
Nice spot to stay at, very quiet over night and very private.
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Christina
3 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
Perfect little spot close to the city. Nice view of the River Valley. We will return!
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Mark
3 weeks ago
34 ft Class A
With kids
Great spot that is close to downtown but far enough away to enjoy the beautiful views of the city without the noise or the drama
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Claudia
May 2026
25 ft Class C
We loved staying here for two nights in our R.V. the spot is great and the views are amazing!
Andrea and her family are very welcoming and friendly. Would recommend this spot to anyone visiting the area
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Courtney
May 2026
22 ft Class B
With pets
Amazing location, but better yet your hosts add to absolute charm and ease! A special treasure I will always remember; highly recommend!!
~ C. (Aka power needy princess haha)
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Cee
May 2026
50 ft travel trailer
With pets
Finding this land was quite easy, the pin dropped was exactly where to find it. Stephanie was super accommodating to my chaotic plans and was very quick to respond. I was traveling with a travel trailer and the land itself was relatively flat, easy to find a chunk to park on without having to use extra tools to level. It was close to the city so good space to be as I had errands to run but far enough away it felt like you were out in the country. There was a very nice older dog there that was playful and my dog loved hanging out with. Overall very please with my stay and would absolutely stay again.
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Colin
February 2026
24 ft travel trailer
With pets
What a view and so close to Calgary. Andria and family were great, very kind accommodating hosts.
Lots of room and walking trails to take the dogs
We will be back for sure.
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Emilie
September 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had a wonderful stay at Paradise on the Ridge! The views are incredible, the property is lovely and our hosts were very welcoming. Being able to let our dogs explore freely was the cherry on top that really made this a special stay. 5 stars!!
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Aaron
September 2025
15 ft campervan
Beautiful property with beautiful views! It’s hard to believe you’re only a few minutes from the city.
The sunsets by the fire are incredible!
I would recommend, because the property is south facing, that you may want to plan your spot based on how much sun you want.
Lots of cows, deer, pocket gophers, and ground squirrels to spot while you relax in the peace and quiet.
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Claudio
September 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
Lovely, large and secluded spot overlooking the Bow River just minutes outside of Calgary city limits. We were treated to eye level views of hawks and eagles in action, pelicans closer to the water and amazing sunsets.
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Marty
August 2025
18 ft campervan
Great close-in location. Secure. No nearby residents, just businesses. Cozy outdoor area outside camper. Host is flexible, easy to access. Transit lines and bike trail nearby. Will stay again.
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Marty
August 2025
20 ft campervan
Amazingly quiet, but for low level industrial white noise. Excellent access to bike Bow River Trail, all while leaving your vehicle locked
behind camp gate. Felt safe enough for repeat stays. No hassles. Water and 30 amp a real plus!
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Marty
August 2025
20 ft campervan
Beautiful and large area for camp. Sunrise and sunset were a plus. Easy access and close to town. Stephanie also packaged up some fresh organic basil, tomatoes and kale for my morning departure. Will stay again!
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Marty
August 2025
18 ft campervan
This was a great urban spot. Fenced with a locked gate. Light urban noise, no highway or train horns. Nice spot for outside seating and fire pit and 30A power was a real plus. Will return again.
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RICK
August 2025
50 ft Class A
Saying you're staying in a "light industrial area" is both true and not. This is a little oasis and so very comfortable. We actually wanted to stay longer but it was already booked after us. Nice fire pit, a few bunny rabbits hopping around, and no problems at all. It feels secluded, the neighbors are quiet (ok, except maybe for the concrete plant across the way, but honestly it felt like white noise).
I was thinking around the 3rd day that this would make for a great permanent living space. So yup, it's worth it.
Oh yea, it's right in the middle of freaking Calgary. LOL!
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Marilyn
August 2025
24 ft Class C
Beautiful spot with friendly host. So close to Calgary but you’d never know.
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deborah
August 2025
23 ft travel trailer
This is a lovely spot with beautiful views and friendly hosts. If you camp in the humid weather bring bug spray. If you're a light sleeper bring earphones for the trains. With these items in hand we'd happily visit again!
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Judy
July 2025
21 ft Class B
With pets
Easy to find, exactly what we were looking for-a safe place to park. There's a fire pit and a place to sit outside but there was a thunderstorm that night we were there.
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Ian
July 2025
18 ft travel trailer
With pets
What a great spot to stay while visiting Calgary! Our hosts Stephanie and Scott were very welcoming; Stephanie met us as we pulled in and showed us where to park and gave us some good tips on what to see in Calgary. The site was very private with just the right mix of sun and shade to keep our solar panels charging and maintain a perfect comfort level. The expansive view to the surrounding rural scenery and big sky was very relaxing. As a bonus, we were treated to the most intense lightning storm we have ever seen. No problems with pooling water or mud after the heavy rain. I was a bit concerned about proximity to the railroad tracks, but the noise was not an issue at all and we found the sounds almost soothing. We highly recommend this HipCamp site.
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SHANNON
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Secluded Cliffside Paradise
This was the perfect spot for us to set up after a long day travelling from Banff and Lake Louise. The view was breathtaking, our dog Remi loved the freedom to run around the huge yard. It was peaceful and picturesque. Thank you to the host for greeting us and making us feel welcome. It truly is a lovely place to stay.
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