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Badlands Campground
Overview
Badlands Campground offers a welcoming gateway to the prehistoric landscapes of Alberta. Located directly within the town limits of Drumheller, this park provides a comfortable home base for exploring the unique geology and paleontology of the region. It balances the rugged beauty of the surrounding hills with the convenience of a modern facility, making it a popular destination for seasonal travelers looking to immerse themselves in dinosaur country while maintaining easy access to local services.
Location & Surroundings
Situated along the scenic Red Deer River, the park is nestled among the iconic coulees and striped hills that define the area. One of its greatest advantages is the proximity to downtown Drumheller; visitors can easily access local shops, boutiques, and restaurants within minutes. The environment provides a stark, beautiful contrast between the lush riverbank greenery and the arid badlands terrain that stretches out just beyond the park boundaries, offering incredible photo opportunities at sunset.
Amenities & Park Features
The facility caters to various needs with a mix of full hookup sites and dedicated tenting areas. Guests have access to essential services including clean washrooms, coin-operated showers, and on-site laundry facilities to make long-term stays more comfortable. Families often appreciate the central playground and the individual fire pits provided at each site, which are perfect for traditional evening gatherings. Reliable Wi-Fi is also available throughout the grounds to help travelers stay connected during their adventure.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
No visit to this area is complete without a trip to the Royal Tyrrell Museum, located just a short drive from the campground. Travelers can also walk to the World's Largest Dinosaur in the town center for a panoramic view of the valley. For those seeking outdoor adventure, the nearby Hoodoos Trail offers a chance to see unique geological formations up close. The surrounding valley provides endless opportunities for hiking, fossil hunting, and exploring the rich coal mining history of the region.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal fit for family vacationers who want to be close to the main tourist attractions without sacrificing natural scenery. It also serves as a perfect hub for dinosaur enthusiasts and photographers who wish to spend multiple days exploring the depths of the valley. Because of its central location and full-service options, it is best suited for those who appreciate a blend of rugged outdoor exploration and the convenience of staying near urban amenities.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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User Reviews
Joseph Gillis
We brought the camper up and visited here. We had campsite #4. It was only 15amp service, which worked great. We checked in and the dude was super friendly and helpful, camp site was clean, fairly level. Night time was quiet. Short drive into drumheller. Would return again!
Guy St.Arnaud
Fire pit wasn't cleaned out, garbage left from previous people. It's a 50 site campground so it's small but that's okay the issue is noise will affect everyone and the caretaker did not intervine with the very loud music that lasted for approximately 9 hours a day. We left a day early for the fact that we couldn't spend a 3rd day with listening to Journey songs for another full day and night. It's to bad because the location was great, close to everything. Bags of wood selling for 14 each and very little so we drove 5 minutes up the road and bought our wood at Canadian Tire for 8.99 per bag. Need better managing and it would be the perfect campground.
Kim H
Stayed here for a few nights in the summer as part of a long family roadtrip. Campsite was busy but facilities were kept up and felt very safe. It was a good thing our site was along the outer ring, our large family tent would definitely not have fit in some of the inside spots! Would have been nice for a playground for families but there was a field to toss a ball around. Appreciated the nice and easy location.
john FINDLAY
A very nice spot along the red deer river, 10 minutes from downtown Drum. A bit of a steep access to the river for kayaking but very handy. Campground sees lots of traffic from across the country. I believe the Cdn Badlands group took over campground management in last few years. Please consider eliminating sites 21 and 24 as they are not true sites. Too crowded with those two sites. Please continue to upgrade water distribution system. The garden hose and series of on/off taps isn’t great. Bathroom and shower are reasonably well kept and clean. Enjoyed the quiet. Thank you
Chantelle Timperley
I liked how quiet this place was. We stopped in for a night to be able to go to the museum, after 2 weeks on a cross-country trip in very busy provincial parks. This was a nice break because we arrived mid-week, so the place was nearly empty and we got a break from people. The sites are small and there's very little privacy, but there's lots of shade and that was needed in the badlands heat. And it's a nice little spot tucked in the valley next to the highway. You can't beat the location. It's close to everything. This would be a great spot for groups or families travelling together who can spread out over a few sites. Facilities need a little updating and the electric hook-up is only 15 amp, so our power tripped out a few times. But overall it was a nice stay.