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RE: Calgery Banff Jasper
If you don't mind being a bit out of Calgary, but central to both Calgary and Banff, I would suggest trying to get reservations at Mt. Kidd RV park in Kananaskis. It is a wonderful place to stay. We were there last year while we were in the Banff area. Although it is a drive into Banff it was well worth it as there were no places in Banff that interested us. It is pretty hard to get reservations. You have to call. But it is definitely worth it.
Kelly
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Titan Dude
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04/27/09 10:51pm |
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RE: campgrounds in or near banff or lake louise
Outside Banff is Kananaskis County - kinda ssw of Banff - very nice parks - no hookups - we stayed there last summer - saw lots of wildlife. In Lake Louise pretty much the only show in town is the PP right in the center... Not much to look at as far as a park goes - has hookups - but the location is very convenient. For a 1-night stopover it worked great. Hold out for a good day as you drive north on the Icefields Parkway - this is a "can't miss" stretch of scenery!!! We opted for the eastern route - towards Hinton (full-service community), then north on 40 (?) to Grand Cache and on to Dawson Creek. Have fun!
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loggenrock
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04/04/09 09:01pm |
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Kananaskis campgrounds
Can anyone recommend any other campgrounds in Kananaskis apart from the Mount Kidd RV park. I'm looking for some good privacy between sites, power and showers if possible.
Thanks :)
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pamperedcamper
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03/22/09 05:58pm |
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RE: Calgary HELP!!
Welcome to the great provice of Alberta and the great city of Calgary. There is a new campground just out side of the city of Cochrane, which is a short 15 min drive from Calgary, by the name of Springhill RV park. It is just off Highway 22 north of Cochrane but close enough to Calgary that you can enjoy all the great Stampede events including the never ending pancake breakfasts. Also, if you are planning on going to the Stampede grounds, by all means take in the rodio and the evening chuckwagon races. While you are in the area, and if you get tired of all the stampede stuff, take a day trip up to the Banff/Canmore area, or to Kananaskis Country. As far as entering into Canada, we crossed the border at Chief Mountain which is just outside of Waterton National Park and we were pretty much the only ones there. Waterton National Park is also a great place to spend a few days.
Don't forget Heritage Park here in Calgary. It's one of the best western towns around.
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03/11/09 04:52pm |
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RE: Calgary HELP!!
Welcome to the great provice of Alberta and the great city of Calgary. There is a new campground just out side of the city of Cochrane, which is a short 15 min drive from Calgary, by the name of Springhill RV park. It is just off Highway 22 north of Cochrane but close enough to Calgary that you can enjoy all the great Stampede events including the never ending pancake breakfasts. Also, if you are planning on going to the Stampede grounds, by all means take in the rodio and the evening chuckwagon races. While you are in the area, and if you get tired of all the stampede stuff, take a day trip up to the Banff/Canmore area, or to Kananaskis Country. As far as entering into Canada, we crossed the border at Chief Mountain which is just outside of Waterton National Park and we were pretty much the only ones there. Waterton National Park is also a great place to spend a few days.
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keirich
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03/10/09 11:46am |
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RE: Calgary campgrounds
There's a KOA right in town; suppose if that's your thing...
There's quite a few provincial campgrounds within an hour of town - kananaskis country has numerous; mclean creek (in the bragg creek area) has a few good ones. Heading down 22 south from calgary there's a good number from okotoks south.
No idea why, but up at big hill springs rd @ highway 22 - there's an RV park that's forever packed full... I thought it was an RV dealership the first dozen times I drove by...
If you're into boondocking - and the RV isn't too big, There's a bunch of great spots out in Mclean Creek & Waiparous / Ghost (waiparous) OHV areas. Not recomended around long weekends though...
Alberta gov't campgrounds:
http://gateway.cd.gov.ab.ca//2008searchparks.aspx
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AndyLyyc
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01/26/09 07:38pm |
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RE: traveling to Jasper and Banff in JULY, Need INFO?
We also went to Banff/Jasper last July. We really loved it and had a great time. Hopefully for you the exchange rate will be better this summer than it was last year (and gas prices). Rather than staying in Banff, we stayed in the Kananaskis Valley, which is especially beautiful. It was a bit of a drive to get into Banff, but it was a quieter place. We stayed at Mt. Kidd. It is well worth the drive to Banff, however it is very difficult to get a reservation. You have to call when they open up their reservation window. I would highly recommend the spot though. We also stayed at Whistlers in Jasper. We thought it was great. It is huge however, the way it is set up, it doesn't seem big. The town is wonderful. There is a really neat small hike up a mountain right out of town and you can see 360 degrees of the area of Jasper and the Athabasca River. It starts right across a bridge where the rafters leave from. Your kids would love it and the view can't be beat.
Have a great time. This is a trip of a lifetime.
Kelly
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Titan Dude
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01/05/09 07:41am |
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RE: A good CG in Alberta?
within 4 hours of calgary is some of the finest camping in north america. banff/jasper are two of the greatest natural wonders as you well know. mt kidd is my favorite, followed closeely by all the group areas of kananaskis. rocky mountain house is also very nice. east of you at the sask border is quite nice and to the south waterton should be seen as well. you are wise to plan now as the best sites book up the first few days the reservation system opens.
Daryll
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FLY 4 FUN
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01/03/09 10:53pm |
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RE: traveling to Jasper and Banff in JULY, Need INFO?
Whistlers campsite in Jasper is great. Take the tram to the top of the mountain, great views. Take a drive out to Mt. Edith Cavelle and hike up to Angel glacier. We did this about 15 years ago when ours kids were about the age of yours and they loved it. We didn't spend much time in Banff, too many tourists and busses. Take a drive down through Kananaskis Country, we stayed in Peter Lougheed Provincial park (interlakes campsite) they had miles of bike paths between campsites and the views are breath taking. You are already planning the Columbia Ice field Parkway drive, this is a MUST see.
Enjoy
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krev
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01/01/09 07:46pm |
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RE: Calgary, Alberta
Last summer we visited Calgary - wanted to see the Olympic venues. Found Calgary itself to be a sprawling city - not the easiest or most intuitive to negotiate!!! Stayed at Calgary West CG - near the Olympic stuff - cg itself was overpriced for what it offered IMHO. It's built on the side of a hill. Had origianlly tried to go to a different CG in Calgary - after about an hour trying to negotiate trafffic and construction, we finally gave up - couldn't ever find it - even with maps, guidebooks, and GPS!!! We much preferred Kananaskis County just west of Calgary - stayed in CG there (no hookups - fine with us) - saw tons of wildlife, great views, etc. Hope this helps! ST
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loggenrock
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12/02/08 12:39pm |
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RE: Calgary, Alberta
Wow, what can I say. We are one of the youngest major cities in Canada right on the edge of the rockies. We have mountains a few miles to the west. prairies to the east and mountains and forests and lakes to the north. Yes we have just past the million people mark for population. Lots to do and see if you are into outdoors stuff. Banff, Kananaskis, within an hour or so will keep you busy. Come the second week of July for the Calgary Stampede. Travel north to Edmonton, Jasper and go even further if you wish. We go just south to Glacier National park in Montana if you want the best scenery without the modernization. Lots of camping nearby but not much right in town. Do some Google searching and you will find pages of info. If anything specific for questions send me a pm.
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bradyk
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12/01/08 09:41pm |
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RE: Calgary, Alberta
Environment& climate in Calgary are very similar to tose at Salt lake City or Denver. Calgary is on the plains (Denver) but very close to the foothills and Rocky Mountains (SLC). No not forested but it is a very pretty modern city of about 1 million people. As far as things to see and do - virtually all tastes can be met there. What are your interests?
One drawback - the choice of RV parks in the immediate vicinity of the City is pretty limited but out a few miles there are many great choices. And of course the big draw is the access to the mountain country - Kananaskis provincial parks, Banff National Park for example.
Want more specific info? Ask more specific questions, either here or PM me.
John
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12/01/08 09:28am |
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