Two Jack Lakeside
Photo: Wing-Chi Poon, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
One of the most popular campgrounds in the Rockies, right on the edge of Two Jack Lake with views of Mount Rundle. Sites are small and unserviced, so it works best for tents, vans and short trailers. Book early.
Lake/BeachPaddling/BoatingPet-friendly
Nearby: “Access to the lake for non-motorized recreation.” (Parks Canada page)
Why these tags? (sources)
- Lake/Beach: “Beautifully situated on the shores of Two Jack Lake... some lakefront sites.” Parks Canada page
- Paddling/Boating: “Access to the lake for non-motorized recreation.” 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 shore of Two Jack Lake near Lake Minnewanka, about 10 km from Banff. |
| Season | 2026: May 21 – Oct 5 (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather) |
| Site types | Unserviced 74 unserviced sites incl. 22 walk-in tent sites, plus 10 oTENTiks |
| RV length | Small RVs only: max 8 m (27 ft). |
| Showers | Yes |
| Sani-dump | No |
| Flush toilets | Yes |
| Other amenities | Drinking water, Cooking & picnic shelters, Firepits, Food storage lockers, Public transit stop |
| 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, Lake Minnewanka.
