Johnston Canyon Campground
Photo: Ezra Comeau, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A forested campground on the quiet Bow Valley Parkway, across the road from the Johnston Canyon trail. It has showers and a sani-dump but no hookups. Best for tents and smaller RVs.
Family-friendlyHikingPet-friendly
Nearby: “Provides access to the popular Johnston Canyon Trail.” (Parks Canada page)
Why these tags? (sources)
- Family-friendly: “Services: Interpretive programs” Parks Canada page
- Hiking: “Provides access to the popular Johnston Canyon Trail.” Parks Canada page
- Pet-friendly: “Pets must be on a leash and under physical control at all times in Banff National Park.” Parks Canada page
Cost
Typical cost per night: about $34 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)
| Unserviced (washroom with showers) | $34.00 |
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Source: official rates page. Rates checked October 2026, confirm before booking.
Campground details
| Park | Banff National Park |
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| Operator | Parks Canada |
| Location | On the Bow Valley Parkway (Hwy 1A), about 25 km from Banff. |
| Season | 2026: May 21 – Sept 14 (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather) |
| Site types | Unserviced 132 unserviced sites |
| RV length | Tents and small RVs up to 8.2 m (27 ft). |
| Showers | Yes |
| Sani-dump | Yes |
| Flush toilets | Yes |
| Other amenities | Drinking water, Cooking & picnic shelters, Firepits, Food storage lockers, Interpretive programs, Summer transit to Banff |
| Reservations | Parks Canada Reservation Service 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: Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon.
