Camping Schmidt

Unsolicited, unpaid campground reviews from all our family camping adventures. I include pictures and descriptions of the various campground sites, services, and amenities along with some nearby entertainment when applicable.

Rosebery Provincial Park – review

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A friendly, fair, and attentive park operator can significantly improve the experience at any provincial or national park. They’re the cherry on top of the campground sundae, if you will; or the hair should the opposite be true. But can an operator be too friendly? This is the question I was left pondering after our … Read more

Johnston Canyon Campground – Banff National Park – review

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I’ve been eyeing Johnston Canyon Campground for years now. It’s impossible not to considering the notoriety of the same-named hike that draws close to a million visitors every year. A weekend of camping and hiking in Banff, what’s not to love? Well, the reservation protocol, for starters. These Banff National Park campgrounds are wildly popular. … Read more

Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area – review

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In the mid nineteen-eighties, the Alberta government began developing a dam on the Oldman River north of Pincher Creek. By 1991 (or 1992 … online resources disagree on the year), the Oldman River Dam was complete and began filling its reservoir. With that, the Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area was born. I can’t help but … Read more

Castleview Campground – review

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If I underestimated the appeal of Cottonwood Campground, then I overestimated it for Castleview Campground. Fortunately, I chose the former for our May long weekend camping excursion. I rather think I wouldn’t have been happy had I chosen the latter. Location and Layout of Castleview Campground Castleview Campground is located within the Oldman Dam Provincial … Read more