Tunnel Mountain Village I
This camping site is within 8 kilometers (5 miles) of downtown Banff.
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Tunnel Mountain Village I Details
The Tunnel Mountain Village I campground is open May 12 - October 2 (dates subject to change), and reservations are available during that timeframe. There are 618 camping sites found within the campground, and a maximum of two vehicles, two tents, one RV and six people are permitted on each site. The campground features flush toilets, showers, a sanitation dump, disability access and interpretation programs. Fire pits are available in all campsites in Tunnel Mountain Village I, except J loop, which is a no-fire loop and doesn't have fire rings. Fees for Tunnel Mountain Village I are $27.40/night and $8.80 for fire pit use (fees subject to change).'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 campgrounds. 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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Tunnel Mountain Trailer
This full service camping site is within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of downtown Banff.
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Tunnel Mountain Village II
This camping site is within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of downtown Banff, but closed until Fall 2016.
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Cascades Ponds
Make a stop during your trip on the Lake Minnewanks Scenic Drive to stretch your legs a bit.
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Johnson Lake
A three-kilometer trail will loop you around Johnson Lake.
