Deer Creek
Alberta Parks Check operator
James-Wilson
Alberta Parks Alberta
what to expect
Provincial Recreation Area. 16 hectares.
the basics
Flush toiletsPet-friendly
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
No fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
what to bring
This list adapts to James-Wilson. no showers means a travel towel;
common questions about James-Wilson
- can dogs camp at James-Wilson?
- Yes. James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
- does James-Wilson have electric hookups?
- No. James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is James-Wilson from Calgary?
- James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area is 116 km from Calgary. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
nearby places
Within ~100 km of James-Wilson.
want to camp at James-Wilson?
Cancellation alerts are coming. We’ll email when sites open up at this park.
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