Riverbend Campground
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Add your business details- On the banks of the Sheep River in Okotoks, 50 kilometres from Calgary
- Swimming, fishing, birdwatching and nature trails on site
- Playgrounds, miniature golf and boats and pedaloes for hire
Riverbend Campground is on the banks of the Sheep River two kilometres from the centre of Okotoks, a small town in Alberta's ranchland area, 50 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. The site has views of the Rocky Mountains and is around an hour and a half's drive from the Banff National Park. Within the grounds, there's a nature trail through parkland, marshland and along the river, where it's possible to view a variety of birds and animals such as deer, beavers and muskrats. The river next to the site is suitable for swimming and fishing, and guests can also rent small boats and pedaloes.
Facilities at Riverbend Campground include playgrounds, miniature golf, firepits, and a large gazebo with kitchen that can be hired for gatherings and events such as weddings. Clean, modern washrooms have toilets and hot showers (small extra charge), and there's also a launderette
Site type
30
100
100Tourist board rating
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Riverbend Campground
48033 370 Avenue East
Okotoks
Alberta
Canada
T1S1B5
Directions Timezone
America/Edmonton Mountain Daylight Time (GMT-06:00)
GPS
50.71736°N
-113.92599°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Nearby attractions include:
– Birdwatching around the Sheep River (next to the site) and at Frank Lake (30 kilometres)
– Shops, restaurants, sports facilities, walking trails and museums in Okotoks (two kilometres)
– Golf courses (three courses within 10 kilometres)
– Kayben Farms Sunshine Park (seven kilometres)
– The Big Rock glacial boulder (12 kilometres)
– Fishing in the Bow River (15 kilometres) and Chain Lakes Reservoir (50 kilometres)
– Rafting and horse riding (50 kilometres)
– Zoo, Olympic Park, museums and Calgary Tower in Calgary (50 kilometres).
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Riverbend Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Riverbend Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Riverbend Campground? Nearby attractions include: – Birdwatching around the Sheep River (next to the site) and at Frank Lake (30 kilometres) – Shops, restaurants, sports facilities, walking trails and museums in Okotoks (two kilometres) … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Riverbend Campground?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.