Alberta Is Canada’s Underrated RV Destination
Alberta is a massively underrated province as an RV destination. It’s a pretty province and this time of year it’s bursting with canary yellow fields of canola and hay crops grown mainly as winter feed for cattle and horses. The fields stretch out for miles. They’re nearly always bordered by pretty windbreaks of spruce, or quaking aspen. The western region of the province offers the stunningly majestic wildness of the Alberta Rockies. If you think of Banff and Jasper when you think of camping here, I won’t blame you.
Alberta’s Rocky Mountain Parks Could Be Overrated
Alberta’s Rocky Mountain parks, Jasper National Park and Banff National Park are famous around the world for their scenic beauty in a natural setting. So much so that the areas attract millions of visitors every summer., Which is fine if you like crowds. However, like many Canadians I don’t like visiting crowded parks. Instead, when I’m not visiting relatives or friends, I seek out quiet places to camp, write, and recreate with my dogs.
Beautiful Free RV Camping In Alberta
I discovered Preacher’s Point North on my way to visit family in Alberta. This recreation site is nestled next to a river in the heart of the Canadian Rockies., between Abraham Lake and Highway 11. Heading east, it’s about 40 km from Saskatchewan Crossing. Heading west, it’s about 80 km from mountain town of Nordegg, Alberta.
Preacher’s Point North is quiet, massively scenic and offers almost free camping. That said, the Alberta Government requires you to have a Public Lands Camping Pass to camp here. This camping pass is a great deal. It’s just $20 for a 3 night pass or $30 for an annual Alberta Public Lands Pass. Not only that but uour camping adventures don’t need to end at Preacher’s Point North.
This public lands camping pass lets you camp at any of Alberta’s drop-dead gorgeous recreation sites all year long. It’s a good idea to buy your pass before you get there, because Preacher’s Point has no cell phone service. I didn’t test it for Starlink connectivity. Just don’t expect any services if you go.
Off Grid RV Camping at Its Best
This is boondocking at its best. Sites are big rig friendly, with a mix of pull trough and back in campsites spread along a bright blue alpine river or tucked into the forest.
These campsites are rustic, meaning there are no electrical or sewer hookups. The nearest dump station is in Nordegg, Alberta (a pretty little mountain town that’s worth exploring). Rustic means there are stacked rock fire pits, an outhouse and trash bins, but you’ll need to bring your own water, firewood and a picnic table. It’s also a good idea to bring an electrical supply such as a portable power station or generator.
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