Please respect this sacred place: writing, carving or otherwise leaving marks on the rocks at Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park is considered vandalism and is illegal. Protect this place for future generations by educating your group and reporting vandalism to staff.
Effective Date: October 25, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Area A Group Use , Area B Group Use , Writing-on-Stone Campground , Writing-on-Stone Day Use
Details:Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park Campground and group use areas will be closed for a septic system replacement from October 25 to November 22, 2026.
The day use area in the valley will remain open, but the access road will be closed to both vehicle and foot traffic. Visitors will be able to park at the Visitor Centre and walk down through the Hoodoos along Visitor Centre trail.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Effective Date: September 1, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park
Details:Alberta Forestry and Parks is temporarily closing a portion of the Coffin Bridge Management Unit of Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park to allow construction of a new walk-in campground southeast of Coffin Bridge, adjacent to the hand boat launch on the Milk River.
The new campground will support multi-day paddling trips and will include 12 walk-in campsites, an access trail, and a boat-trailer parking area. Please refer to the enclosed Area Closure Map for the exact location.
Construction will occur from September to November 2026, with minor work continuing in 2027. The active construction area will be closed to visitors during this time, with signage posted and the closure enforced under the Provincial Parks Act.
The hand boat launch will remain open. A portable toilet will be provided when construction limits access to the existing vault toilet.
This temporary closure is necessary to ensure public and worker safety, support efficient construction, and meet environmental requirements. Please follow all posted signage and stay clear of the construction area.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Map of Affected Area