A traditional canvas tipi glows warmly from within under a sky filled with stars and faint northern lights. Two people stand nearby on a grassy field, looking up at the night sky in a quiet campground setting.

A wooden log cabin with a covered porch sits among trees, with chairs arranged on the front deck. Sunlight filters through the leaves, highlighting the natural wood textures and peaceful surroundings.

Inside a wood-paneled cabin, one person climbs a ladder to a loft while another sits at a small table near windows. Sunlight streams in, illuminating the cozy interior and simple furnishings.

A family gathers at a wooden picnic table beside a canvas tent in a forested campground. They pour drinks into mugs while children sit nearby, with tall trees surrounding the site.

A family sits at a picnic table covered with a red-checkered cloth near a travel trailer and a screened tent. Plates, mugs, and a kettle are spread across the table as they enjoy a meal together.

Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site Campground

Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site Campground, located in Rocky Mountain House, offers heritage camping with historic fur-trade experiences. Guests can stay in an authentic tipi, Métis trapper tent or trapline cabin, with space for five to eight people, ideal for families and small groups. Those with their own gear can choose unserviced trailer sites or walk-in tent sites about 50 metres from parking. For visitors without equipment, staff provide a fully equipped camping setup, including tent, sleeping bags, stove and lantern. On site, guests can explore wild bison viewing, 10 km of hiking and biking trails, interactive exhibits and the archaeological remains of four fur-trade forts, open from May to September just east of town.