Alberta Parks seeing strong numbers for camping bookings with new platform

Albertans really love their camping, and the provincial government says it has seen success in the first week and a half of its new camping reservation platform.

The province said that 10 days ago, they launched their new reservation platform, which was aimed at helping Albertans and visitors book their spots for the upcoming season.

Since its launch, 11,500 camping reservations have been processed, with almost 36,000 nights booked.

“We know how excited campers are to visit our provincial parks. Whether it be a mountain escape, a quiet lakeside campground near a boat launch, a backcountry campsite, or a relaxing getaway in one of our comfort camping spots — shop.albertaparks.ca lets Albertans find exactly what they are looking for,” said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks

Under the new platform, reservations can be made in advance on a rolling 90-day window for individual and backcountry camping.

For those looking to do group and comfort camping, reservations can be made 180 days ahead.

Additionally, the new system offers a ‘Camping this Weekend’ feature for anyone looking to make a spur-of-the-moment trip.

“We are making it easier for Albertans and visitors from around the world to book top-notch camping experiences in the province. The new reservation platform has proven to make it easier for people to find a campsite that fits their needs to ensure that their experience in Alberta’s world-renowned mountains or rolling prairies is one that leaves them with an everlasting desire to explore our province,” said Joseph Schow, Minister of Tourism and Sport.

The province notes Alberta Parks has over 9,000 reservable individual sites, 205 backcountry permits, 71 comfort units, and 157 group camping sites available, as well as 5,000 first-come, first-served sites.