Spray Valley Provincial Park - Canada

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About Spray Valley Provincial Park

Spray Valley Provincial Park is a 27,471-hectare provincial park in Alberta's Kananaskis Country, located east of the Rocky Mountains and bordering Banff National Park. The park features Spray Lakes Reservoir, pristine forests, and numerous hiking trails ranging from easy to strenuous, with activities including boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Situated approximately 16 km south of Canmore via Highway 742 and about 1.5-2 hours from Calgary, the park provides unserviced RV camping at Eau Claire and Spray Lakes West campgrounds during the summer season. Eau Claire is accessed via Highway 40 from the north, while Spray Lakes West sits along the scenic Highway 742, which becomes gravel and dusty south of Canmore.

RV quick facts for Spray Valley Provincial Park

Detail	Information
Full hookups	None - all sites are unserviced
Dump station	Not available
Cell service	None at campgrounds; intermittent signal at one viewpoint on Highway 742
Road restrictions	Highway 742 gravel surface; wildlife closure 8 p.m.-8 a.m. March 1-June 25; mountain pass at 1,909 m (6,263 ft)
Reservation window	First come, first served; Eau Claire June 18-Sept 6, Spray Lakes West May 14-Sept 12

Featured RV rentals for Spray Valley Provincial Park

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Boler Micro Trailer

1972 • 5.0(1)

$85 CAD /night

Rockies Backcountry Ram Camper Kananaskis/Parks Canada Pass included

Superhost

Palomino Truck Camper

2018 • New listing

$205 CAD /night

Rockies Off-Road Ram 2500 Camper Kananaskis/Parks Canada Pass included

Superhost

Palomino Truck Camper

2018 • 4.8(2)

$205 CAD /night

Shaun's Shasta Flyte 255rs Travel Trailer

Shasta Travel Trailer

2015 • 5.0(7)

$150 CAD /night

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Northwood Manufacturing Travel Trailer

2022 • 4.9(11)

$195 CAD /night

Ram Campervan

2018 • 5.0(1)

$165 CAD /night

2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter / Forest River Sunseeker 2400 MBS Class C

Superhost

Mercedes-Benz Class C

2023 • New listing

$349 CAD /night

Ford Campervan

2018 • 5.0(1)

$200 CAD /night

Adventurer Manufacturing Class C

2017 • 5.0(3)

$255 CAD /night

RV Rentals Spray Valley Provincial Park

Spray Valley Provincial Park, AB, Canada

How to get to Spray Valley Provincial Park

Spray Valley Provincial Park is approximately 16 km south of Canmore (20 minutes) via Highway 742 and about 1.5-2 hours from Calgary via Highway 1 west. Two main access routes serve the park: Highway 40 (paved) leads to Eau Claire Campground 40 km south of Highway 1, while Highway 742 (gravel, dusty) connects Canmore to Spray Lakes West Campground. The gravel surface, mountain pass elevation of 1,909 m, and variable weather conditions require caution, particularly for larger RVs. Calgary International Airport is the nearest major airport for fly-and-rent visitors.

Best time to visit Spray Valley Provincial Park

Summer (June through September) is ideal for camping and hiking, when both campgrounds are open and trails are snow-free. July and August offer the warmest weather, though temperatures remain cool at elevation with average highs around 18-19 degrees Celsius. Shoulder seasons in May and early September provide fewer crowds and beautiful scenery, though Highway 742 experiences nightly wildlife closures from March through mid-June (8 p.m. to 8 a.m.). Winter visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on designated trails, with limited winter camping available at Eau Claire.

Jan 35 mm

-10°C - -18°C

Campgrounds closed

Feb 30 mm

-8°C - -15°C

Campgrounds closed

Mar 30 mm

-3°C - -10°C

Campgrounds closed; Highway 742 wildlife closure 8 p.m.-8 a.m.

Apr 50 mm

3°C - -5°C

Campgrounds closed; Highway 742 wildlife closure 8 p.m.-8 a.m.

May 75 mm

9°C - 0°C

Spray Lakes West opening May 14; Highway 742 wildlife closure until June 25, 8 p.m.-8 a.m.

Jun 80 mm

14°C - 4°C

Campgrounds open; peak season begins

Jul 70 mm

19°C - 10°C

Warmest month; peak camping season

Aug 75 mm

18°C - 10°C

Campgrounds remain open; slight cooling begins

Sep 60 mm

13°C - 5°C

Campgrounds open; shoulder season with fewer crowds

Oct 50 mm

6°C - -2°C

Campgrounds closing by Thanksgiving weekend mid-month

Nov 40 mm

-3°C - -10°C

Campgrounds closed for RVs

Dec 35 mm

-10°C - -17°C

Campgrounds closed for RVs

Things to do at Spray Valley Provincial Park

Goat Creek Trail Moderate
RV parking available
A scenic multi-use trail running 19 km between Canmore and the Spray River area, Goat Creek Trail meanders alongside the Spray River through beautiful mountain scenery. The trail supports hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing, with generally gentle descent and several steep inclines. Access via the Goat Creek Day Use area provides year-round recreation opportunities in pristine Kananaskis backcountry. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/day-use/goat-creek/
Ribbon Lake via Buller Pass Moderate
RV parking available
This scenic backcountry route climbs 670 m to Buller Pass over 6.6 km with gradual terrain and forest cover transitioning to alpine views. The trail continues to Ribbon Lake for overnight camping or day-use turn-around points with excellent mountain scenery. Access via Ribbon Creek Day Use Area provides a moderate-difficulty multi-purpose trail. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/camping/ribbon-lake-backcountry/
Spray Lakes Reservoir Day-Use
RV parking available
The centerpiece of the park, Spray Lakes Reservoir offers boating, fishing, and scenic picnicking surrounded by mountain peaks. Multiple day-use areas provide parking and access to the water for small boat launches. Fishing opportunities include catch-and-release lake trout. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/day-use/spray-lake/
Rummel Lake Trail Moderate
RV parking available
A 6 km hike with 450 m elevation gain leads to this high-alpine lake known for native cutthroat trout fishing. The trail traverses scenic backcountry terrain and provides access to pristine fishery in a mountain setting. Requires moderate fitness and commitment for the round-trip outing. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/camping/rummel-lake-winter-backcountry/
Mountain Biking Easy to Strenuous
RV parking available
Year-round cycling trails range from easy to challenging, including the 10.8 km Banff Trail for beginners and the 15 km Mount Shark route for experienced riders. Trails support summer and winter cycling on designated routes. Both campgrounds provide access to nearby trail systems. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/trails/
Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Easy to Moderate
RV parking available
Designated winter trails accommodate cross-country skiing and snowshoeing from November through March on groomed and backcountry routes. Mount Shark and Banff Trail offer year-round access for winter sports enthusiasts. Winter camping is available at Eau Claire for dedicated cold-weather visitors. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/information-facilities/trails/
Wildlife Viewing and Photography
RV parking available
Spray Valley Provincial Park supports grizzly bears, black bears, bighorn sheep, wolves, coyotes, and diverse bird species throughout the park. Specific viewing areas and spring/fall shoulder seasons offer increased opportunities for wildlife observation and photography. Visitors must follow park safety guidelines for bear awareness and distance. albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/spray-valley-pp/