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Yoho National Park

Camping and recreation in Yoho National Park

Camping and Recreation Spots

Yoho National Park’s camping options range from accessible front-country sites like Kicking Horse to remote backcountry locations along the Iceline and Rockwall trails. These sites provide direct access to the 254-meter Takakkaw Falls, the limestone formations of Hoodoo Creek, and the restricted Lake O’Hara region, which requires advanced bus reservations. The area features a mix of serviced campgrounds with showers and primitive wilderness sites equipped with bear lockers.

Camping and Recreation Spots — Map
A

Kicking Horse Campground

The park's largest campground, offering flush toilets, hot showers, and a sani-dump. It is located near the village of Field along the Kicking Horse River.
B

Monarch

Basic, unserviced campground operating on a first-come, first-served basis. It is located near the base of Mount Stephen.
C

Takakkaw Falls Campground

A walk-in campground located 300 meters from the base of Takakkaw Falls, featuring food lockers and a central fire pit.
D

Lake O'Hara Campground

High-demand wilderness campground accessible via a pre-booked shuttle bus. Features 30 sites, food storage, and proximity to alpine hiking trails.
E

Wapta Falls Recreation Site

Recreation area and trailhead providing access to the 30-meter high, 150-meter wide waterfall on the Kicking Horse River.
F

McArthur Creek

Backcountry campsite located along the Ottertail River trail, serving as a stop for hikers on the multi-day Rockwall Trail.
G

Hoodoo Creek Campground

Seasonal campground at the park's western edge, providing access to the Hoodoos trail and Leanchoil Hoodoos.
H

Ice Rink

Public outdoor skating rink located in the village of Field.
I

Laughing Falls Campground

Backcountry site situated at the junction of the Yoho and Little Yoho rivers, featuring five tent pads and a bear pole.
J

Twin Falls Campground

Backcountry campground located near the base of Twin Falls and the historic Twin Falls Tea House.
K

Little Yoho Valley Campground

High-altitude backcountry site located near the Stanley Mitchell Hut, serving as a base for the Iceline Trail.
L

Lake O'Hara Campground

Wilderness campground requiring mandatory shuttle reservations, offering access to the Opabin Plateau and Lake McArthur.
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