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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
98%
(20)
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!
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Rocky View
2. Rocky View
98%
(40)
64km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 2 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.
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The Bunker
3. The Bunker
98%
(21)
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
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160W Acres
4. 160W Acres
41km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 2 sites
Escape the crowds and experience the quiet beauty of Alberta's Foothills at 160W Acres. Set on a peaceful rural acreage just southwest of Calgary, our spacious RV sites offer open skies, rolling prairie views, spectacular sunsets, and some of the darkest night skies in the area.
Designed for fully self-contained RVs, 160W Acres welcomes everything from campervans to 55-foot motorhomes and fifth wheels. The large gravel sites provide easy access and plenty of room to maneuver, making your arrival and departure stress-free.
Whether you're exploring Kananaskis Country, heading to the Rocky Mountains, or simply looking for a quiet overnight stop, 160W Acres offers a warm welcome, a peaceful setting, and the chance to experience authentic Foothills country living. Wildlife is often seen on the property, and every evening ends with fresh country air and wide-open skies.
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Porcupine Hills Range
5. 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!
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Willow Creek Brewery & Camping
6. Willow Creek Brewery & Camping
80%
(5)
58km from Bar U Ranch National Historic Site · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Willow Creek Campground offers a true Alberta ranch-country experience; wide open skies, incredible sunsets, and the calm running waters of Willow Creek. Wake up to the sound of nature, spend your day exploring the Porcupine Hills, then gather around a propane fire pit under starry skies
Campground is opened from May 1st – October 31th, 2026. Brewery currently under construction.
🎉 Pack up the family, including your furry friends! 🐾🌲
Whether you’re rolling in with your RV or pitching a tent under the stars, Willow Creek is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature.
✨ Peaceful campsites
✨ ~25 km from Porcupine Hills Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ)
✨ Beautiful views & starry nights
✨ Pet-friendly adventures
✨ 30 Amp RV sites / Tent sites
✨ Water service on site
✨ Amenities block coming early July
Your next getaway is waiting! ⛺🚐
Road-tripping to Waterton, planning a family weekend, or looking for a peaceful escape close to Calgary, Willow Creek Campground is the perfect place to slow down and connect with nature.
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Onespot Crossing Campgrounds
7. Onespot Crossing Campgrounds
84%
(82)
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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D
6 days ago
25 ft campervan
Great spot for a night or two if you need to be in the city. Very neat decor
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Leslie
6 days ago
25 ft Class B
Better than the photos! What a perfect location. Beauty, privacy, ease of travel in and out AND a welcoming host. Our best Hipcamp stay and we’ve had more than a few really good ones.
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Michelle
2 weeks ago
22 ft campervan
Very cool spot, exactly as described. Was a great place in the city to land for a night with our campervan!
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Anett
2 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
With pets
Great spot especially if you have a pet…or two! 🥰 My fur kiddos loved roaming around and it was nice to give them some freedom off leash in a safe environment as they are dog reactive with others. Cozy and comfortable, I’ll be back!
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Jay
July 2026
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
This was a unique and overall positive Hipcamp experience. Timothy was very responsive and easy to communicate with from booking, lock difficulty, to leaving.
We fit our 30-foot travel trailer on the site, but backing in on a Friday afternoon took some patience with traffic waiting behind us. Once settled, we felt very safe thanks to the fenced, private property. The location is also a quick and inexpensive Uber ride to downtown Calgary, which was a huge plus.
Be prepared for mosquitoes; they were everywhere and aggressive during our stay. Also, the neighboring business is an ice cream truck repair shop, so hearing the familiar ice cream truck song at 9–10 p.m. was definitely unexpected! If you're looking for a secure, private place with easy access to the city, this is a solid option.
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Whitney
July 2026
22 ft campervan
Amazing views - just as advertised! Truly peaceful. Gracious hosts- power and water available. Perfect for my pit stop on a long journey through national parks. Would recommend bug spray if you’re sensitive- site is in a grassy field.
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Steve & Lynda
July 2026
29 ft travel trailer
With pets
We really enjoyed our stay at Andrea’s campspot. We stayed for a week and while the weather was not ideal for some of the trip, the views from the trailer were so fun to watch with whatever the weather rolling in. Very friendly host!
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John
July 2026
24 ft Class B
With pets
Very quiet in the evening and very private. You are in the midst of an industrial area. There is frequent aircraft noise as you are on the south approach to Calgary international but flights reduce later in the evening. There is power and water on site sufficient for a reasonable size RV. We enjoyed our 1 day stay as it’s pretty central to hip Inglewood and Calgary downtown.
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Valerie
July 2026
24 ft Class C
Easy to get to, flat grass to park on, and greeted at the gate by Stephanie! Nearby trains during the day/early evening. Peaceful stay.
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Brian
June 2026
35 ft travel trailer
Level, freshly mowed grass with shelter. There were mosquitos so I parked in the open under the stars and the wind kept them at bay. There were 2 trains during the night. The whistle is loud but the rythym of the wheels on the tracks immediately lulls you back into REM sleep. Stephanie a super host! Helpful and greeting you as you arrive. Will stay here again. So close to Calgary, you would never know it. Quiet and rural.
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Sylvia
June 2026
24 ft campervan
With pets
We had a great little overnight at The Bunker. Easy to find, easy to access, secure, and communication was perfect. It was great to have a fenced place so the pooch could be off-leash. We didn’t use the water or power, but having it available is awesome. We also enjoyed hanging out on the deck with our wine and cheese! Wish we’d arrived early enough for a campfire. There’s a noticeable constant background noise from the mill/local industries, but it’s more of a white noise than anything that would keep you up at night. Would recommend!
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Lena
June 2026
16 ft campervan
Stephanie and her Husband were very kind hosts! They met us at the Gate, walked us to our Campsite and gifted us some delicious tomatoes from their garden. It was a last minute booking and everything worked out well!
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Judy
June 2026
47 ft travel trailer
With pets
Nice spot to stay at, very quiet over night and very private.
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Christina
May 2026
21 ft campervan
Perfect little spot close to the city. Nice view of the River Valley. We will return!
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Mark
May 2026
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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