Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Alberta Parks

Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area

ab parks
Alberta

what to expect

Found just southwest of Fort Macleod is the quaint Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area. Cottonwood trees provide shade for camping, fishing, canoeing, and observing wildlife. Its convenient location makes this a great place to basecamp while exploring the countless nearby cultural and historic sights of Southwest Alberta.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

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The campsites

Total sites
40

Water + services

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
First-come, first-served
No reservations taken or needed — show up, pick a vacant site, and self-register at the kiosk. Arrive early on summer weekends. See all first-come, first-served camping in Alberta →

what to bring

This list adapts to Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area. no showers means a travel towel;

If Oldman River Provincial Recreation Area is full

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Data refreshed 2026-06-13. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places. Neighbourhood joins 8 named anchors.