Belly River Campground
Photo: Martin Kraft, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A small, quiet campground in aspen forest along the Belly River, well away from the townsite. There is no drinking water, so bring your own. Only short RVs fit.
The official page doesn't describe nearby hikes or activities. Ask the operator or see the official page.
Why these tags? (sources)
- Pet-friendly: “Pets must be always kept on a leash.” Parks Canada page
Cost
Typical cost per night: about $22 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)
| Unserviced, basic | $22.00 |
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Source: official rates page. Rates checked October 2026, confirm before booking.
Campground details
| Park | Waterton Lakes National Park |
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| Operator | Parks Canada |
| Location | On the Chief Mountain Highway, 26 km from the Waterton townsite and 5 km from the Chief Mountain border crossing. |
| Season | 2026: May 28 – Sept 7 (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather) |
| Site types | Unserviced 24 unserviced back-in sites (self-registration) |
| RV length | RVs up to 6.4 m (21 ft); all sites back-in. |
| Showers | No |
| Sani-dump | Not stated |
| Flush toilets | Yes |
| Other amenities | No potable water, Flush and pit toilets, Kitchen shelter, Grey water disposal, Fire pits |
| Reservations | First come, first served (self-registration) Book or check availability |
| Official page | parks.canada.ca |
Details are from the official/operator pages listed above, checked October 2026. Seasons, rates, closures and rules change; confirm with the operator before you go. Check fire bans and road conditions. Explore: Waterton Lakes National Park.
