Riverbend Campground

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  • On the banks of the Sheep River in Okotoks, 50 kilometres from Calgary
  • Swimming, fishing, birdwatching and nature trails on site
  • Playgrounds, miniature golf and boats and pedaloes for hire
Riverbend Campground is on the banks of the Sheep River two kilometres from the centre of Okotoks, a small town in Alberta's ranchland area, 50 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. The site has views of the Rocky Mountains and is around an hour and a half's drive from the Banff National Park. Within the grounds, there's a nature trail through parkland, marshland and along the river, where it's possible to view a variety of birds and animals such as deer, beavers and muskrats. The river next to the site is suitable for swimming and fishing, and guests can also rent small boats and pedaloes. Facilities at Riverbend Campground include playgrounds, miniature golf, firepits, and a large gazebo with kitchen that can be hired for gatherings and events such as weddings. Clean, modern washrooms have toilets and hot showers (small extra charge), and there's also a launderette

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 100
Motorhome pitches 100

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Riverbend Campground

48033 370 Avenue East

Okotoks

Alberta

Canada

T1S1B5

Directions

Timezone

America/Edmonton Mountain Standard Time (GMT-07:00)

GPS

50.71736°N
-113.92599°W

Route directions

Enter Coordinates in your GPS 50° 42′ 49.40″ N – 113° 55′ 48.27″ W From Calgary: South on QE2 Hwy from Calgary cross the Bow River and continue 11 kms past the Hwy #2A overpass (exit 222). Watch for the sign, then turn right (west) 2.9 kms on paved road (370 Ave.) The entrance is just past the ball diamonds on the left (south) side of the road. As you proceed you will pass a private home on the right, we are down the hill.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Nearby attractions include: – Birdwatching around the Sheep River (next to the site) and at Frank Lake (30 kilometres) – Shops, restaurants, sports facilities, walking trails and museums in Okotoks (two kilometres) – Golf courses (three courses within 10 kilometres) – Kayben Farms Sunshine Park (seven kilometres) – The Big Rock glacial boulder (12 kilometres) – Fishing in the Bow River (15 kilometres) and Chain Lakes Reservoir (50 kilometres) – Rafting and horse riding (50 kilometres) – Zoo, Olympic Park, museums and Calgary Tower in Calgary (50 kilometres).

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  • Does Riverbend Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Riverbend Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Riverbend Campground? Nearby attractions include: – Birdwatching around the Sheep River (next to the site) and at Frank Lake (30 kilometres) – Shops, restaurants, sports facilities, walking trails and museums in Okotoks (two kilometres) … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Riverbend Campground?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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