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A list of campgrounds offering the discount is available at albertaparks.ca. Seniors can take advantage of this discount by booking through shop.albertaparks.ca, by phone or at first-come, first-served campgrounds. Bookings for May 1 arrivals will open on January 31. Quick facts Seniors can access the discount online at shop.albertaparks.ca, by phone or through self-registration at applicable first-come, first-served campgrounds. To receive the discount, eligible seniors must be the camping permit holder, have valid identification and be part of the camping party for the entire stay. Alberta’s government is responsible for about 14,000 campsites across the province within the Alberta Parks system, 9,000 of which can be reserved and 5,000 that are first-come, first-served. Around 6,400 campsites and 142 front country campgrounds will be eligible for the seniors discount. In 2024, there were more than 228,000 camping reservations in Alberta Parks. Seniors purchase about 16 per cent of reservable camping nights in the system.

Helping seniors explore Alberta’s hidden gems

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Alberta’s government is making it easier than ever for seniors to explore and enjoy the stunning landscapes that provincial parks have to offer. Starting May 1, Alberta seniors aged 65 and older will enjoy a 25 per cent discount on camping fees at select campgrounds, opening the door to more high-quality and low-cost outdoor adventures and opportunities to foster a deeper connection with nature.

The discount will be available at 142 front-country campgrounds across Alberta, including about 6,400 campsites for individual, equestrian, and walk-in tenting, along with other popular camping experiences. Seniors will have access to these sites that offer stunning, quieter experiences in less-crowded settings, allowing them to explore new areas without the pressure of fully booked campsites. Other types of camping such as group, comfort, seasonal and backcountry are not eligible for the discount.

A list of campgrounds offering the discount is available at albertaparks.ca. Seniors can take advantage of this discount by booking through shop.albertaparks.ca, by phone or at first-come, first-served campgrounds. Bookings for May 1 arrivals will open on January 31.

Quick facts

  • Seniors can access the discount online at shop.albertaparks.ca, by phone or through self-registration at applicable first-come, first-served campgrounds.
  • To receive the discount, eligible seniors must be the camping permit holder, have valid identification and be part of the camping party for the entire stay.
  • Alberta’s government is responsible for about 14,000 campsites across the province within the Alberta Parks system, 9,000 of which can be reserved and 5,000 that are first-come, first-served.
  • Around 6,400 campsites and 142 front country campgrounds will be eligible for the seniors discount.
  • In 2024, there were more than 228,000 camping reservations in Alberta Parks.
  • Seniors purchase about 16 per cent of reservable camping nights in the system.

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