Castle Mountain Campground
This camping site is 28 kilometers (17.4 miles) from Lake Louise, and 34 kilometers (21.1 miles) from downtown Banff, off of the Bow Valley Parkway.
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Castle Mountain Campground Details
The Castle Mountain campground is open May 26 - mid-September (dates subject to change), and is a first-come, first-served campground. There are 43 self-registered camping sites found within the campground (register at entrance kiosk), and a maximum of two vehicles, two tents, one RV (up to seven meters or 24 feet in length) and six people are permitted on each site. Full-service sites are not available at this campground. The campground features flush toilets, fire pits and picnic shelters. Fees for Castle Mountain are $21.50/night and $8.80 for fire pit use (fees subject to change). This campground is not accessible for those with disabilities. Check-in time for all campgrounds is 2 p.m., and check out is 11 a.m. Note that there isn't any Internet/Wi-Fi service at the campgrounda. Camping is popular within Banff National Park, and there are plenty of camp sites from which to choose during your visit. You're welcome to make [reservations](https://reservation.pc.gc.ca/Banff?Type=1&language=en) (1-877-737-3783) before your arrival (the busiest times at the campground are June through September), but if you decide to wing it, keep in mind that sites are made available on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping fees vary by campsite and are in addition to park entry fees; cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, debit cards and travelers checks are accepted forms of payment. If camping in Banff National Park, the rule of thumb is to be prepared for anything. To help you prepare for your camping trip, park rangers suggest you bring along with you: warm and waterproof clothing; hats and mitts/gloves (weather can be unpredictable year-round); umbrellas; groundsheet for your tent; sleeping mat; warm sleeping bag; and extra blankets.
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Nearby Parks Around Castle Mountain Campground
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Castle Mountain Campground
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0.3 mi away
Castle Junction
Castle Junction is known as the Gateway to the Bow Valley Parkway
0.4 mi away
Silverton Falls
Take a quick one kilometer hike that ends at a spectacular waterfall.
0.9 mi away
Castle Cliffs
Be inspired by Castle Cliffs, just as artists from around the world are. North of Storm Mountain, the views from Castle Cliffs of Castle Mountain are incredible
1.5 mi away
Bow Valley Parkway
A solid 120-kilometer (75-mile) ride awaits on this route.
