The best camping in Vermilion Provincial Park, AB
Enjoy year-round camping and recreation with abundant lake and river access in eastern Alberta.
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Vermilion Provincial Park adventure.
Top-rated campsites near Vermilion Provincial Park
Iron Horse Trail
1. Iron Horse Trail
51km from Vermilion Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
By the river and the Iron Horse Trail, Pacific place close to a small and cheerful community of 30 people's.
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Sewer hookup
Whispering Willows Ranch
2. Whispering Willows Ranch
53km from Vermilion Provincial Park · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Peaceful, majestic back to nature spots, just minutes from Elk Point, a half hour from St. Paul, Bonnyville & Vermilion & only two hours from Edmonton.
Set among the shimmering aspen trees, rolling hills & meadows. The campsites are a short walk to the North Saskatchewan River, ideal for canoeing amp; fishing. Explore our private trails on foot or by horse, wander through the aspen trees, enjoying the breathtaking scenery, the experience is entirely your own.
Unlike crowded campgrounds, this is a true private-use site. A place to get away from a busy life. We carefully maintain this space for those who appreciate a respectful connection to nature.
We have 3 or more sites available for tent or RV/Trailer campers. You will be parking on land that requires levelling. We have lots of treed areas for private camping, horseback riding & hiking. We offer camper rentals that sleeps 4 people. Campfires are permitted, firewood is available for purchase. Pets are welcome. We have a fenced in area to keep your horses. Our Brahma chickens are "True" Free Range & eggs are available for purchase (see extras). If you are bringing pets, need a Fire Pit, Potable water or picnic table PLEASE state that when booking. They go fast!
Please recognize you are visiting a Ranch not a campsite. We are sharing our piece of heaven with you & you are helping to support our animals. We raise Scottish Highland cattle, we have a small fold of coo's, a small flock of Brahma chickens (feathered feet), small herd of horses, 3 dogs & cats on the ranch. See our website www.whisperingwillowsranch.online for more info. We offer tours by donation to see our highlands including our adorable highland calves & twin foals. Please be aware we lease part of our land for other cattle so they may visit your site.
We can guide you & your horse through the trails or take you out in our small motorized fishing boat for a small fee. Please book in advance.
Whispering Willows Ranch has amazing sunrises & the most beautiful sunsets. Mornings we watch the highland calves & foals play in the fields. Evenings call for a campfire, surrounded by forest sounds & open starlit skies. Sometimes you see the Aurora Borealis.
Your outdoor adventure starts today.
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Do It Again Ranch Adventures
3. Do It Again Ranch Adventures
73km from Vermilion Provincial Park · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Do It Again Ranch Adventures is a 160 acres property on the Canadian prairies. We are surrounded by grain farming activity, although this is significant cattle country also. Our property is divided roughly in thirds - 1/3 pasture for the livestock, 1/3 trees and bush, and 1/3 hayfield. There is a waterway that runs though our property creating many ponds or sloughs. None of these are big enough for canoeing but do attract wildlife and birds.
We are offering sleigh/wagon rides or trail rides on the farm land. During the summer we host the petting zoo and goat yoga. We have horses, goats, rabbits and a milk cow for livestock. We encourage people to interact with the livestock if they wish.
The city of Lloydminster is only 12 minutes away. It has a population of 21, 000 with all the amenities and attractions of a small city. One of its distinctions is being a city that straddles both the Saskatchewan and Alberta provincial borders.
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Sage Valley
4. Sage Valley
75km from Vermilion Provincial Park · 15 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Welcome to Sage Valley!Bring your own tents, RVs, or trailers. If you're bringing a trailer, it is a pull-through site that requires levelling. We can accommodate vehicles up to 45ft in length.Potable water is available, pets are welcome, and campfires are permitted. No toilet.The land is very peaceful and beautiful. Valley of sage, wildlife and forest.The country back road leads you through the forest and downhill to the lake.Option to camp where you like, nestled in the forest or open by the lakefront. Private and secure setting.
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Vermilion Provincial Park camping guide
Overview
About
Explore the expansive Vermilion River Valley from a comfortable basecamp on Vermillion Park Lake. Recreation abounds with summer fishing, canoeing, hiking trails and wide open space to explore. When the snow arrives, visitors can enjoy ski trails, snowshoeing and ice fishing. Wildlife enthusiasts will find a number of migratory and resident birds through the seasons. The crisp, clean air and scenic surroundings make for an attractive place to camp throughout the year. Convenient access to the town of Vermilion ensures you are always close to services and supplies when visiting the park.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- The Vermilion Provincial Park has a large campground with a wide variety of sites. Know what you want/need in advance. They have wooded sites and open sites with some being unserviced and others having limited to full hookup options.
- Sites are reservable during specific times of year. April 29 to October 1 is the general season for reservations. The reservations are often available up to 10-weeks out.
- Reservations are not available for winter camping sites. There are only three developed winter sites and they are unserviced. If you plan a winter trip, know the sites are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.
- The geographical region has a large landscape with big farms and small towns. Private campsites offer an excellent option but know that drive times between sites and parks are often associated with reasonable or long drives.
When to go
As a year-round park, there really isn’t a bad time to visit. The prime season begins April 29 and extends to October 1 for overnight camping. The full campground is open during this time with access to power, water, sewer and showers. The trails are open for hiking and ice is typically free from the reservoir, ponds and river. Winter is still attractive for the prepared campers however. Without services, you should have sufficient winter camping equipment and a heat source. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are excellent during the winter months.
Know before you go
- Sections of hiking trails are paved, offering wheelchair access. Other sections are unpaved and more difficult to navigate. Campsite C-43 is the single wheelchair-accessible campsite.
- Showers are available for a small fee. RVs with contained showers and hookups can also find sites with water. Firewood is available for purchase onsite as well.
- Sites vary but most have fire pits, shelter and ample space for RV’s or tents.
- Additional services include flush toilets, tap water, horseshoe pits and a playground. Fish cleaning stations are located near the trout pond and a mini golf course is open during the summer.
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