Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park

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Writing-on-Stone Campground

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You'll find a camping experience like no other in Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, 32 km east of Milk River on Hwy. 501, 9 km south on Hwy 500, and 1 km south on an access road. Camp in the mystical Milk River Valley in the shade of the trees. Sites are suitable for tents and RVs, and there are unserviced and powered options. Explore the pictographs and hoodoos or join a guided walk. Relax on the sunny beach or swim and float in the river. Discover why people have loved and respected this site for thousands of years.

Camping

Season: Year-round
Site Type Campsites Power Rate/Night Reservable Dates Current Status
Unserviced 14 - $31 May 15 - Sep 28 Book It
Power 47 15 / 30 $39 May 15 - Sep 28 Book It
Winter Camping 61 - $23/31 No -
  • Reservations can be made 90 days in advance of arrival date.

The campground is located in the shaded Milk River valley, among cottonwood trees.

Power is available year-round.

The reservation season is from Friday of the May long weekend through Monday of the September long weekend for regular camping.  Some campsites remain reservable to the end of September.

Amenities

Currently Booking to
Oct 9, 2025
1-877-537-2757

Water

Shower building closes Sept 25.
Showers accept loonies and toonies only.  Note: there is no ATM on site nor cash-back services at the park.  We suggest campers stop at an ATM in Milk River or Foremost before heading to the park. 

    Maps & Guides

    • Backcountry Map Writing-on-Stone PP, park map, backcountry map, map -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Battle Scene Writing-on-Stone PP -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Campground Map Writing-on-Stone PP, Map, Campground, Hoodoo Trail, Visitor Centre Trail, Writing-on-Stone PP, Hoodoo Hut Campground Store, Trail Map -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Comfort Camping Info Sheet Writing-on-Stone PP, Comfort Camping, Campground -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Hoodoo Trail Guide Writing-on-Stone PP, Hoodoo Trail Guide, Trails, Hoodoo Trail Map, Matapiiksi (Hoodoo) Trail, Writing-on-Stone, PP, Hoodoo Hut Campground Store, Trail Guide -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Park Guide with Map Writing-on-Stone PP, Park Brochure & Map, Matapiiksi (Hoodoo) Trail, Writing-on-Stone PP, Hoodoo Hut Campground Store, Park Guide with Map -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Site Etiquette Writing-on-Stone PP -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
    • Snakes Writing-on-Stone PP, Park Brochure & Map, Matapiiksi (Hoodoo) Trail, Writing-on-Stone PP, Hoodoo Hut Campground Store, Park Guide with Map -- edd468f5-14d5-4ab5-862f-b5018aca67f6 True
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Updated: Jun 11, 2025