Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
ab parks inside Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Parkwhat to expect
Dry Island Buffalo Jump is a secret gem in the Alberta Parks system. Located near Trochu, Alberta, the Park offers breathtaking scenic views of the Red Deer River Valley. A favorite spot for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, the area boasts over 150 different species of birds, from warblers to turkey vultures! As you drive along the flat prairies towards the park entrance, you will start to see the massive river valley to the north. There is a parking lot and interpretive signage here, along with fantastic views of the valley. The name of the park includes two unique geological features: a buffalo jump and a dry island. A Buffalo Jump is an important location and technique used by Indigenous People to harvest Bison. The bison were herded into a gathering basin on the prairie above and …
Description: Alberta Parks
the basics
Things to do nearby
Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.
- Dry Island Trailhead
What's around
Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park plus 1 named place to see and do nearby — trails, beaches, viewpoints, water, and services.
Water + services
- Nearest dump station
- Nearest potable water
what to bring
This list adapts to Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park. no showers means a travel towel;
If Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park is full
Other places to stay within 25 km.
- Tolman Badlands Heritage Rangeland Natural Area
- T L Bar Ranch
- McKenzie Crossing Campground
- Tolman East Campground, Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
- Tolman East Campground
- Trenville Park
- Elnora Campground
- Trochu Lions Campground
Plus 1 user-tagged dispersed site on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.