Red Lodge Campground
A small, quiet riverside campground a short hop off the Queen Elizabeth II Highway, handy as an overnight stop between Calgary and Edmonton. There are powered and unserviced sites with pit toilets. No showers are listed.
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Nearby: “The Little Red Deer River is a popular hub for splashing around or fishing for Northern Pike and Mountain Whitefish.” (Alberta Parks page)
Why these tags? (sources)
- Family-friendly: “It's a favourite stop for kids to grab an ice cream on a hot summer day.” Alberta Parks page
- Fishing: “The Little Red Deer River is a popular hub for splashing around or fishing for Northern Pike and Mountain Whitefish.” Alberta Parks page
- Playground: “Amenities: Playground” Alberta Parks page
Cost
Typical cost per night: about $32 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)
| Unserviced | $28.00 |
|---|---|
| Power | $36.00 |
Source: official rates page. Rates checked October 2026, confirm before booking.
Campground details
| Park | Red Lodge Provincial Park |
|---|---|
| Operator | Alberta Parks (Government of Alberta) |
| Location | On the Little Red Deer River west of Bowden, off Hwy 2 between Calgary and Red Deer. |
| Season | May 13 - Sep 21 (reservable/serviced season: May 13 - Sep 20) (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather) |
| Site types | Unserviced, Power Unserviced: 42 sites; Power: 37 sites (15/30 amp as listed) |
| RV length | No maximum RV length published on the campground page; check site details when booking. |
| Showers | No |
| Sani-dump | No |
| Flush toilets | No |
| Other amenities | Firepits, Firewood Sold, Grocery/Supply Store, Pit/Vault Toilets, Playground, Power |
| Reservations | Alberta Parks reservation system (online or 1-877-537-2757); bookings open 90 days ahead Book or check availability |
| Official page | www.albertaparks.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.
