Boulton Creek Campground

Rockies · Alberta Parks · Peter Lougheed Provincial Park · Updated

Kananaskis Lakes in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, near the campground.
Kananaskis Lakes in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, near the campground. The photo shows the lake, not the campsites.
Photo: Dylannother, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

One of Kananaskis Country's most popular campgrounds, in the forest near the Kananaskis Lakes. There are unserviced, power/water and full-hookup sites, showers, a store and paved bike trails. Book early for summer weekends.

HikingBikingPet-friendly

Nearby: “Hiking trails, paved bike paths, and close access to the Kananaskis Lakes.” (Alberta Parks page)

Why these tags? (sources)
  • Hiking: “Hiking trails, paved bike paths, and close access to the Kananaskis Lakes.” Alberta Parks page
  • Biking: “Hiking trails, paved bike paths, and close access to the Kananaskis Lakes.” Alberta Parks page
  • Pet-friendly: “Keep your pet on a leash.” Alberta Parks page

Cost

Typical cost per night: about $41 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)

Nightly rates by site type (CAD)
Unserviced$31.00
Power/Water$47.00
Power/Water/Sewer$55.00
Walk-in Tenting$31.00

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

Campground details

ParkPeter Lougheed Provincial Park
OperatorCedar & Spruce Campgrounds (for Alberta Parks)
LocationIn Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, about 50 km south of Hwy 1 on Hwy 40 and south on Kananaskis Lakes Trail.
SeasonMay 7 - Oct 12 (reservable/serviced season: May 7 - Oct 11) (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather)
Site typesUnserviced, Power, Full hookups
Unserviced: 84 sites; Power/Water: 35 sites (15/30 amp as listed); Power/Water/Sewer: 31 sites (15/30 amp as listed); Walk-in Tenting: 6 sites
RV lengthNo maximum RV length published on the campground page; check site details when booking.
ShowersYes
Sani-dumpYes
Flush toiletsYes
Other amenitiesAccessible, Firepits, Grocery/Supply Store, Pay Phone, Pit/Vault Toilets, Power, Secure Food Storage, Water - Hookup, Water - Tap
ReservationsAlberta Parks reservation system (online or 1-877-537-2757); bookings open 90 days ahead
Book or check availability
Official pagewww.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. Explore: Kananaskis Country, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.