Photo: Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area
ab parks Alberta
what to expect
Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area features a mature forest, the sounds of the Racehorse Creek, and is an oasis on those hot southern Alberta days. If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing get away in the mountains with abundant fishing and hiking opportunities, Racehorse is the place for you.
Description: Alberta Parks
the basics
restroompets allowed
Water + services
- Nearest dump station
- Nearest potable water
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
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 →
what to bring
This list adapts to Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area. no showers means a travel towel;
If Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area is full
Other places to stay within 25 km — ones with openings in the next 14 days listed first.
- Oldman River North Provincial Recreation Area limited openings
- Chinook Provincial Recreation Area openings
- Racehorse Campground, Racehorse Provincial Recreation Area
- Dutch Creek Provincial Recreation Area
- Oldman River Group Campsite
- Bob Creek Wildland Provincial Park
- Black Creek Heritage Rangeland
- Chinook Campground, Chinook Provincial Recreation Area