From forest, to big machines, to incredible history, Fort McMurray is one of my favourite hidden gem destinations in Alberta! Located in the depth of the boreal forest, there are amazing opportunities to get outdoors.
As an outdoor family we love to camp. And being somewhat cheap, now that we own the equipment, I’m not paying for a hotel! You’re surrounded by crown land in Fort McMurray, so camping there is always an option, but if you’re looking for a few more amenities, here are the family-friendly campgrounds in the area.
Land Acknowledgement
This land has welcomed First Nations from across Turtle Island, and settlers and visitors from around the world. Alberta lands are part of Treaties 4, 6, 7, 8 and 10, and the homeland of the Métis.
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The Campground Selection Process
The requirements I used to filter this list included:
- within a reasonable driving distance of the town, and
- appropriate for a family visit.
You won’t find campgrounds that focus on permanent sites, or have age requirements.
Note that Fort McMurray has a high cost of living, and many transient workers. Campground in the area often have longer term tenants. Watch for campgrounds with monthly rates if this is a concern for you.
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Gregoire Lake Provincial Park Campground
Site types: Power/Water/Sewer, Power/Water, Power
Prices: $42-58/night
Special Features: 3 bay paved dump station, store, flush toilets, showers, a playground, beach.
Centennial RV Park-Campground
Site types: Full service (Power/Water/Sewer)
Prices: $58/night
Special features: Location, location, location! Stay in town and avoid extra driving.
Hangingstone Provincial Recreation Area Campground
Site types: Unserviced
Prices: $22/night
Special features: Revitalized in 2025, many sites in the campground have been resurfaced, are rebuilt or new, and some former campsites are under reclamation and will no longer be utilized. There is a playground by campsites numbered in the high 20s, but is likely visible from site 17 to 32.
Excluded Campgrounds
In my search for ALL THE CAMPGROUNDs, I often come across ones that don’t make my list for various reasons. Here are a few excluded and why:
- Tower Road Campground and Rotary Park are permanently closed.
- Maqua Lake Provincial Park only offers group camping.
- Christina Lake Lodge is 2 hours from Fort McMurray.
- Camp Yogi is a retreat/meeting facility on Gregoire Lake.
- Golden Eagle RV park has almost zero information online.
- Lewyk Park is monthly, and requires trailers to be no more than 10 years old.
- Surmont Creek Campground targets the mobile workforce.
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