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McLean Creek PRA
Campground - McLean Creek PRA
McLean Creek PRA
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Campground - McLean Creek PRA
Information: 403-949-3132 [email protected]
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Facility Operator: Kananaskis Campground Services Inc.

McLean Creek Campground is a large campground found in McLean Creek Provincial Recreation Area, 12 km west of Bragg Creek along Hwy. 66 and 1.3 km south on McLean Creek Trail. Sites are suitable for RVs and tents, with unserviced and power options. The campground is adjacent to many kilometers of trails in McLean Creek Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ). Access to many outdoor recreation opportunities in a foothills setting.

12 km west of Bragg Creek along Hwy. 66 & 1.3 km south on McLean Creek Trail

Activities

Camping  Camping
Fishing  Fishing
Hiking - Front Country  Hiking - Front Country
OHV Riding (Off-site)  OHV Riding (Off-site)
Snowmobiling (Off-site)  Snowmobiling (Off-site)
Geocaching  Geocaching
  • Permitted activities may vary within a park. Please confirm details with park staff.
  • OHV Riding:
    • Access from the campground to OHV trails in McLean Creek Public Land Use Zone is permitted.
    • From December 1 to April 30, OHV use is restricted to tracked snow vehicles and OHVs weighing less than 450 kg (1000 pounds) and having three or more flotation tires.
    • Dirt bikes are permitted in McLean Creek Public Land Use Zone from May 1 to November 30 only. 
    • Snowmobiling: Snowmobile access to trails in McLean Creek Public Land Use Zone from the Recreation Area is permitted from January 1 to March 31 only.
    • Sewage Disposal: A sewage disposal station is located at McLean Creek Campground. Check RV Sewage Disposal Stations for info on these services in Kananaskis Country.

Events

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No upcoming events at this time.

Maps & Guides

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  • Campground Map McLean Creek PRA, map, McLean Creek Campground, Kananaskis Country -- be044d42-d6fa-46fb-a5a2-5c50471f8635 True
Updated: Aug 24, 2026
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