The Top 20 Camping Destinations in Alberta

• Jasper National Park - Known for its picturesque mountains and lakes, Jasper National Park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are only accessible by hiking or backpacking.
  https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper
  
  
• Banff National Park - Another popular destination for camping in Alberta, Banff National Park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the famous hot springs.
  
  
• Waterton Lakes National Park - This park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the stunning lakes and waterfalls.
  
  
• Kananaskis Country - This wilderness area offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Elk Island National Park - Known for its bison herd, Elk Island National Park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the bison pasture.
  
  
• Willmore Wilderness Park - This remote wilderness area offers a variety of backcountry campsites.
  
  
• Whitehorse Wildland Provincial Park - Known for its rugged mountains, this park offers a variety of backcountry campsites.
  
  
• Peter Lougheed Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the beautiful lakes.
  
  
• Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Kakwa Wildland Provincial Park - Known for its rugged mountains, this park offers a variety of backcountry campsites.
  
  
• Kakwa River Wildland Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Ghost River Wildland Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area - This park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the beautiful lakes.
  
  
• Castle Provincial Park - Known for its rugged mountains, this park offers a variety of backcountry campsites.
  
  
• Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Brazeau Wildland Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Bighorn Wildland Provincial Park - This park offers a variety of backcountry campsites, as well as some that are more accessible.
  
  
• Abraham Lake - This park offers a variety of campsites, including some that are located near the beautiful lakes.
  
  
• Sandy McNabb Campground - This campground is located in the heart of the foothills and offers a variety of campsites.
  
  
• Sundance Lodges - This campground offers a variety of campsites and has access to the beautiful Clearwater River.

In terms of gear, equipment, food and wildlife safety:

Make sure to bring proper clothing and gear for the weather conditions, including rain gear and warm
layers.

Bring a good quality tent and sleeping bag.

Bring a camping stove and enough food to last your entire trip.

Bring a first aid kit and know basic first aid.

Bring a map and compass and know how to use them.

Keep a clean campsite and store food properly to avoid attracting wildlife.

Be aware of the local wildlife and take appropriate precautions.

Always let someone know your itinerary before you leave and when you return.

Follow Leave No Trace principles and respect the natural environment. 

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