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Burnt Timber Provincial Recreation Area Photo: Alberta Parks

Burnt Timber Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks
Alberta

what to expect

Burnt Timber Provincial Recreation Area is a rustic park nestled in the forested foothills of the eastern slopes, with a peaceful creek-side setting. It is a popular base for outdoor adventurers, families, and nature lovers looking to unplug and explore. Enjoy some excellent hiking and fishing in the area.

Description: Alberta Parks

the basics

At the campground
Drinking waterFirewoodFire pits
Drive from Calgary
97 km
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Drive from Edmonton
245 km
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the campsites

Total sites
30
Toilets
pit / vault toilets

things to do here

Activities you can do at Burnt Timber Provincial Recreation Area.

HikingSwimmingFishing

water + services

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Fire Advisory in effect
A fire advisory was posted for this area (Calgary Forest Area area) as of Jul 27, 2026. Fire status changes fast — confirm the current restriction on the official bulletin before you travel. Official fire bulletin →
First-come, first-served
No reservations taken or needed — show up, pick a vacant site, and self-register at the kiosk. Arrive early on summer weekends. See all first-come, first-served camping in Alberta →
When you can reserve
Reservable through Alberta Parks. Individual campsites open on a rolling 90-day window that advances daily at 9am MT (comfort camping and group sites: 180 days). Alberta Parks reservation details →

recent reports

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other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km.

Plus 12 user-tagged dispersed sites on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.

Page generated 2026-07-28. Sources: Alberta Hotel & Lodging Assoc. + Camis reservation system + Google Places + OpenStreetMap. Neighbourhood joins 8 named anchors.