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Lions Campground
Overview
Lions Campground offers a unique blend of urban convenience and natural beauty in the heart of Red Deer, Alberta. Situated along the scenic Red Deer River, this park provides a tranquil escape for travelers while remaining close to essential city services. Whether you are passing through on the Calgary-Edmonton corridor or staying for a longer family vacation, the park provides a well-maintained environment with a mix of shaded and open sites that highlight the beauty of the Alberta parklands. The site is managed with a focus on guest comfort and landscape preservation.
Location & Surroundings
The park serves as a central hub within the Waskasoo Park system, offering immediate access to an extensive network of paved trails. Surrounded by mature trees and lush greenery, it feels worlds away from the city despite being just minutes from downtown shopping and dining. The Red Deer River flows adjacent to the grounds, providing a soothing backdrop and opportunities for riverside strolls. Its position makes it an ideal base for exploring Central Alberta’s diverse landscape and local historical sites.
Amenities & Park Features
Guests can choose from a variety of site types to suit their specific needs. The facility is equipped with the following features to ensure a comfortable stay:
- Full hookup options with 30 or 50-amp service capabilities
- Clean washrooms and coin-operated hot showers
- On-site laundry facilities and a dedicated playground for children
- Communal fire pits with firewood available for purchase on-site
Reliable Wi-Fi is available to help travelers stay connected while enjoying the peaceful, forested setting of the campground.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Adventure is never far away from your campsite. You can explore several popular local spots located just a short distance from the park:
- Bower Ponds for paddle boating, picnicking, and seasonal recreation
- Heritage Ranch which offers horseback riding and fine dining options
- Discovery Canyon for unique summer water tubing and family fun
Cyclists and hikers can explore over 110 kilometers of trails right from their campsite. The campground’s central location also provides easy access to the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and local museums.
Who This Park Is Best For
Lions Campground is an excellent choice for active families who enjoy being close to nature trails and outdoor recreation. It is also ideal for road trippers looking for a high-quality stopover with full services between Alberta’s major cities. If you value a natural riverfront setting without sacrificing the proximity to modern urban amenities, this park fits your travel style perfectly. It caters well to both big rigs and smaller campers seeking a secure, community-oriented atmosphere.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Patchy Patch Johnson
A beautiful campground right beside the river! Sue helped us find the perfect site for us and the people and staff are very friendly. The local water, (we had full hookup) tasted just like back home and the sites are shaded.
Judy Burgschmidt
I rolled in here late at night after they were closed, the amazing campground host opened the gate for me and helped me find a spot, and even backed my trailer in for me as I am new to towing !!( the red deer hospital had suggested I stay here) as I had to leave my hubby at the hospital after an emergency. Such kind caring and compassionate people. Nice facility and close location. Thanks so much Barry for you help!!
Amanda Priddell
I can't thank Barry enough for how much they did for me at a VERY difficult time. My rental sold and I didn't find a new home so my family lent me a rv and I came to stay at lion's campground and it was the best decision I ever made. Matt, Barry they helped me feel safe and comfortable cause they were always checking in and making sure I was okay. Being a single mom and alone it was new to me and I was nervous but they relieved all that stress. I'm tearing up writing this cause I'm so thankful. The ladies they were always a bright smile and a wave,or even a chat if I was having a tough day. I stayed there for 3 month's and I have to say it was so calm and relaxed cause they took me under their wing and made lion's campground my home. Sue you beautiful soul I am so thankful for your smile and kindness. I was so scared in the beginning you talked me through my fear and showed me it's going to be okay. I was born and raised in red deer,I never knew that there was a slice of peace and tranquility right in our city. I will definitely stay again and tell everyone how amazing lion's campground is managed and taken care of. Thank you from the bottom of my heart
Vanessa Wilcox
Well the man (if you can call him that) not only made us feel. Incredibly uncomfortable by continually driving by to all hours of the night actually keeping me awake. He went on to ask me sexual questions about my partner and I (how often we engaged in sexual relations) and no this isn’t because we were demonstrating intimacy for all to hear it’s because he said I was way too good for my partner and he couldn’t “imagine us engaging”and then he had the audacity to grab me physically so hard by my arms I have bruises and henshook me called me multiple offensive names and then I had to leave because he calls the cops after violating me.
Pamela
Our family booked during first week of opening 2025 season to ensure our spots were together. 2 of four sites were side by side. And thankfully one of the sites had a firepit. We were impressed with how quiet the campground was in the evening (minus road traffic). Staff drove around site at least twice each night. We had a fairly large group around fire but kept our conversation low as did other people around us. We appreciated the gates and security going in and out of campground. The location is so central. We would definitely go back.