Astotin Lake Campground - Elk Island National Park — RV Camping in Alberta, CA

Astotin Lake Campground is nestled within Elk Island National Park, located approximately 35 kilometres east of Edmonton in central Alberta, Canada. One of Canada's most accessible national parks, Elk Island is a fully fenced wildlife sanctuary renowned for its thriving herds of plains bison, wood bison, elk, moose, and white-tailed deer — making wildlife sightings a near-daily occurrence right from your campsite. The campground sits alongside scenic Astotin Lake, offering opportunities for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking just steps away. Campers also enjoy access to a network of hiking and cycling trails winding through aspen parkland and wetland habitats. Elk Island is a designated Dark Sky Preserve, making the campground an exceptional spot for stargazing. The site is well-equipped with showers, toilets, water hookups, picnic tables, grills, firewood, a dump station, and pull-through sites suitable for larger RVs. A playground makes it a great choice for families, and the campground is pet friendly. Whether you're exploring the park's unique wildlife corridor, paddling on the lake, or simply unwinding in the Alberta wilderness, Astotin Lake Campground offers an outstanding basecamp in one of the province's most beloved natural destinations.