Alberta Parks Had More Than 228,000 Camping Reservations In 2024
Alberta Parks had a busy year in 2024 with about 2.3 million visitors enjoying an overnight stay in reservable camping spaces.
Visitors to Alberta’s provincial parks continue to report high satisfaction rates of 87 per cent, due in large part to the hard work and dedication of Alberta Parks staff. This year, information officers, interpreters and park rangers recorded more than 670,000 interactions with visitors, ensuring safe, enjoyable and enriching experiences in our provincial parks and recreation areas.
“I’m incredibly proud of our provincial parks system which continues to support outdoor recreation, conservation goals and good-paying jobs for Albertans. Our parks remain accessible while providing so many people with the chance to experience our beautiful backyard.”
As demand rises for diverse recreation opportunities and improved accessibility, Alberta’s government continues to invest in the province’s outdoor spaces. Progress continues on creating additional campsites while enhancing those that already exist, and we continue to actively seek out opportunities to create new, exciting visitor experiences. This year, Albertans were able to explore the newly established Kleskun Hills Provincial Park and La Biche River Provincial Recreation Area.
In 2024, Alberta’s government also launched the Plan for Parks public engagement. The plan will guide recreation and conservation priorities for the next 10 years, ensuring Alberta’s provincial parks and recreation areas benefit for generations to come. The next phase of engagement will take place in 2025.
Some fun facts from 2024. Concession sales at Alberta Parks this year included more than:
76,000 bundles of firewood
70,000 frozen treats
45,000 souvenirs
28,000 bags of ice
2,100 canisters of bear spray
Banner image is Camping in Cypress Hills Provincial Park. Photo courtesy Travel Alberta.
