Alberta Parks · Alberta
Dutch Creek Provincial Recreation Area
Alberta Parks · Alberta, Canada
- Sites
- 30
- Hookups
- 30 no hookups
- Season
- May 8 to October 1
- Cost
- Unserviced $26 CAD per night
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Elevation
- 4,718 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Phone
- 403-627-1165
About
Dutch Creek is a peaceful riverside campground perfect for a quiet getaway. With unserviced sites and basic amenities, it's ideal for tenting or self-sufficient RV camping. Surrounded by forest and close to the Livingstone Range, this area offers beautiful views, access to nearby hiking, and opportunities for fishing or wildlife watching. It’s a great base for exploring the southern Rockies in a laid-back, natural setting.
Reservations: Seasonal Camping: 15 basic sites (no water/power/sewer) Rate: $19/night for periods of 90 to 140 nights Applications will be accepted up to March 2, 2026
Firewood: Firewood is not available. Help stop the spread of forest pests, Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer. Plan to bring or buy firewood locally to burn on site.
Water: Please bring your own water. Water from the hand pump/tap is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° | 14° | -34° | 39° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 27° | 11° | -28° | 43° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 38° | 18° | -12° | 53° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 42° | 26° | 5° | 59° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 53° | 33° | 24° | 75° | 8 of 11 |
| June | 62° | 42° | 35° | 84° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 74° | 51° | 39° | 87° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 73° | 50° | 41° | 89° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 63° | 44° | 29° | 79° | 3 of 11 |
| October | 47° | 32° | 13° | 67° | 7 of 10 |
| November | 35° | 22° | -3° | 52° | 10 of 10 |
| December | 28° | 12° | -25° | 42° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
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