Camping Fee Discount for Alberta Seniors

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Starting May 1, 2025, Alberta Parks is introducing a camping fee discount to make it more affordable for seniors to experience Alberta’s natural beauty. Alberta residents who are 65 or older at time of purchase can receive 25% off camping fees at select campgrounds. These include over 140 front country campgrounds including individual, walk-in, and equestrian campsites. By targeting the discount at hidden gem campgrounds, we are encouraging affordable enjoyment of recreation opportunities across Alberta without increasing pressure at parks that usually have full capacity.

The discount can be applied to select campsite bookings beginning on January 31, 2025, for May 1 arrivals and onwards. First-come, first-served arrivals will also have access to the discount May 1 and onwards at participating campgrounds.

The discount applies to the camping fee and to fees for additional services, such as power, sewer, or water hook-ups, when included in the camping fee.

Eligibility

The Alberta senior must be:
- 65 years of age or older at time of purchase
- be the primary occupant/account holder,
- and be present at the time of check-in and throughout the entire stay.
The senior must acknowledge the terms and conditions when reserving and/or registering for their campsite.
Only one member of the camping party needs to be an Alberta senior to qualify for the discount.
The senior is permitted the discount on a maximum of one campsite. This includes fees for additional camping accommodation units if they fit within the campsite.
Proof of eligibility is required at time of arrival.
Providing false information may result in cancellation of purchase.
Accepted methods of identification are an Alberta Driver’s License or Alberta Identification Card but may include other forms of government issued identification that verifies age and documentation no older than 30 days that verifies Alberta residency.

Exceptions

The discount does not apply to:

online reservation and amendment/change fees,
backcountry campsites, seasonal camping, group area campsites or comfort camping, including William Watson Lodge and Campground,
fees for passes (including Kananaskis Conservation Pass), tours, programming, memberships, and rentals,
showers and firewood sold separately at campgrounds,
concession and retail items,
and other discounts (no stacking or combining with any other discounts is permitted).

How to Claim the Alberta Parks Camping Fee Discount for Alberta Seniors

For online reservations, select "Alberta Seniors" under the Site Occupants section when you make your booking through Shop.Albertaparks.ca.
- How-to guide.
For phone-in reservations, you will be asked to self-declare that you are an Alberta senior.
At registration, you will be asked to show proof of eligibility. At locations with self-registration, you will be directed to self-declare and have proof of eligibility available during your stay.

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Low-Cost Camping Options

Visit Low Cost Camping Options for a list of low-cost camping options available to all Alberta Parks visitors.

FAQs

Why is the camping fee discount for Alberta seniors being offered at select campgrounds?

Alberta Parks wants to encourage Alberta seniors to discover and visit places they might not have been to before – there are many campgrounds in Alberta with a variety of amenities and landscapes.
Focusing on these places also helps balance visitation and use across the province, so that parks are maintained for current and future generations.

How were the campgrounds participating in the camping fee discount for Alberta seniors chosen?

Taking a targeted approach to implementing the camping fee discount fulfills the Alberta government’s affordability commitment for a discount, while encouraging tourism and visitation in rural areas of the province that are less well known.
The discount will be offered at over 142 front country campgrounds that span across the province and offer varying and different experiences and amenities for Alberta seniors.

How do I know if I qualify for the camping fee discount for Alberta seniors?

The discount is applicable to Alberta seniors who are 65 years of age or older at time of purchase.

How do I receive the discount when reserving online?

Instructions on how to receive the discount when reserving through Shop.Albertaparks.ca can be found on the how-to guide.

How do I receive the discount when paying through self-registration?

Campgrounds issuing the discount at self-registration will have the nightly prices including the discount listed. There will be a specific self-registration envelope that will need to be filled out. Seniors will use the prices listed, include their information (like every other camper self-registering) and check off that they understand the Terms and Conditions, including that they are of Alberta residency and age to receive the discount.
The senior is required to be present for the duration of the stay and have identification available to verify Alberta residency and age during that time.

Do I need to show identification when registering at the booth?

Yes, seniors will need to be present at time of registration and have identification available to verify Alberta residency and age, such as an Alberta Driver’s Licence.
The senior will also be required to be present for the duration of the stay and have their identification available during that time.