Two Jack Main

Rockies · Parks Canada · Banff National Park · Updated

Cascade Mountain photographed at the entrance to the Two Jack Lake campground.
Cascade Mountain photographed at the entrance to the Two Jack Lake campground.
Photo: Joseph H. Hartman, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

A large, wooded, no-frills campground a few minutes from Lake Minnewanka. There are flush toilets and a sani-dump but no showers. Good for tents and smaller RVs in the summer peak.

Pet-friendly

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 on a leash and under physical control at all times in Banff National Park.” Parks Canada page

Cost

Typical cost per night: about $30 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)

Nightly rates by site type (CAD)
Unserviced (toilets only)$29.50

Equipped campsites cost $86.50/night.

Source: official rates page. Rates checked October 2026, confirm before booking.

Campground details

ParkBanff National Park
OperatorParks Canada
LocationNear Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka, about 10 km from Banff.
Season2026: June 18 – Sept 7 (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather)
Site typesUnserviced
380 unserviced sites, plus equipped campsites
RV lengthRVs up to 7.3–8 m (24–27 ft) per official page.
ShowersNo
Sani-dumpYes
Flush toiletsYes
Other amenitiesDrinking water, Cooking & picnic shelters, Firepits, Food storage lockers, Public transit stop
ReservationsParks Canada Reservation Service
Book or check availability
Official pageparks.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: Lake Minnewanka.