RV Parks and Campgrounds Near Edmonton (2026 Guide)

Key Takeaways:

• Glowing Embers (20 min west): 288 sites, $52-$60/night, year-round RV storage from $528/year
• Half Moon Lake (30 min east): 50 full-service + 50 partial-service overnight sites, heated pool, beach, kayaks; seasonal sites May 1 to Oct 15, overnight stays May 15 to Oct 1
• Devon Lions Campground (35 min SW): 230 sites, $42-$55/night, riverside on the North Saskatchewan
• Elk Island National Park (45 min east): $31.75/night unserviced; Canada Strong Pass gives 25% off camping June 19-Sept 7, 2026
• Edmonton RV street parking: max 72 consecutive hours; seasonal driveway and storage rules apply

Three Private Parks Within 35 Minutes

Glowing Embers RV Park and Travel Centre

26821 100 Avenue, Acheson, AB (20 min west, near Spruce Grove) | glowingembersrvpark.com | 780-962-8100

288 full-service sites. The closest full-hookup option to Edmonton.

RV Storage: Daily $13, Monthly $63, 180-Day $303, Annual $528.

Amenities: restaurant, wellness centre, 24/7 laundry and showers, arcade, playground. 8 minutes from West Edmonton Mall. Reservation fee: $7/booking. All rates plus 5% GST.

Half Moon Lake Resort

Cooking Lake / Sherwood Park area (30 min east of Edmonton) | halfmoonlakeresort.com

50 full-service and 50 partial-service overnight RV sites (30 AMP). An additional 400 full-service seasonal sites (30/50 AMP) are available for fixed-season campers. Overnight season runs May 15 to October 1; seasonal camping May 1 to October 15. Overnight bookings open November 1 for the following season, so 2026 summer availability is already limited.

Day use: Adult $20, Child $7.50, Family $45 (10am-8pm). Nightly overnight rates are not listed publicly; contact the resort directly or book via their site when the window opens.

Amenities: outdoor heated pool, jumping pillow, sandy beach, kayak rentals, mini-golf, pickleball, basketball, beach volleyball, dog park, walking trails, clubhouse, onsite cafe, laundry, WiFi, camp store. Cabins and glamping also available.

Devon Lions Campground

1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Devon, AB (35 min southwest) | devonlionscampground.com | 780-987-4777

230 sites: 149 full hookups, 44 electric/water, 9 pull-throughs. Season: May 1 through Thanksgiving Monday (mid-October).

All rates include GST and 5% Park Improvement Levy. $10 non-refundable reservation fee per site. Firewood $15/bag.

On the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, adjacent to the Devonian Botanic Garden. Free showers, coin-op laundry, picnic table and fire pit at every site. Long weekends and monthly sites book quickly; reservations open September 15 for the following season.

Provincial and National Parks

Elk Island National Park (45 min east)

Astotin Lake Campground. The closest national park campground to Edmonton, surrounded by free-roaming bison and elk herds.

Park entry: Adult $10/day, Senior $8.75, Youth free, Family $19.50. Annual pass: $48.25 adult.

Canada Strong Pass 2026: Free admission plus 25% off camping from June 19 through September 7, 2026. The pass cannot be combined with other promotions, but stacks well with the unserviced rate to make Elk Island one of the most affordable options near the city.

Season: Victoria Day long weekend through Thanksgiving. Reservations at reservation.pc.gc.ca or 1-877-RESERVE.

If wildlife and trail access matter more than hookups, Elk Island is the clear choice. No power or water at Astotin Lake sites, but the tradeoff is bison grazing within sight of your tent.

Edmonton RV Parking Bylaws

If you are buying a home in Edmonton and plan to keep an RV, these rules affect which properties work for you.

Street parking: Maximum 72 consecutive hours beside your home. Must move for 48 hours before returning. Fine: $50 per occurrence.

April 1 through October 31: RVs can park on your driveway if 0.6 m clearance from the sidewalk is maintained and the property has no rear lane access.

November 1 through March 31: Must be stored in rear yard, inside a garage, or at a licensed storage facility.

Fines for violations: Start at $250 with potential towing at owner's expense.

The practical read: rear lane access with a large pad behind the garage solves the storage problem. Acreage properties in Parkland County or Strathcona County give you the most RV-friendly lot sizes. See our guide to Edmonton parks and recreation and day trips from Edmonton for more ways to use your RV once you are set up.

The Bottom Line: Glowing Embers ($52-$60/night) is the closest and most full-service. Half Moon Lake is the family pick. Elk Island delivers the best nature experience at the lowest nightly rate, especially with the Canada Strong Pass in effect June 19-Sept 7. For RV owners buying a home, rear lane access and lot size matter as much as the listing price.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do RV parks near Edmonton open for the 2026 season? Most open the Victoria Day long weekend (late May) or May 1. Devon Lions and Half Moon Lake both open May 1. Elk Island's Astotin Lake Campground opens for the Victoria Day long weekend. Glowing Embers operates year-round for storage; check their site for exact 2026 nightly availability.

How much does it cost to camp near Edmonton in 2026? Full hookup nightly rates run $39-$60 at private campgrounds. Devon Lions charges $42-$55 depending on service level, Glowing Embers charges $52-$60. Elk Island National Park's unserviced sites are $31.75/night, dropping to roughly $23.80 with the Canada Strong Pass (June 19-Sept 7, 2026). All private rates include GST.

Can I store my RV at a campground near Edmonton year-round? Glowing Embers offers year-round RV storage at $528/year (360 days) or $63/month. Most campgrounds, including Devon Lions and Half Moon Lake, do not offer off-season storage. Edmonton bylaws require RVs to be in a rear yard, garage, or licensed storage facility from November 1 through March 31.

How do I reserve a campsite near Edmonton? Elk Island: reserve at reservation.pc.gc.ca or call 1-877-RESERVE. Devon Lions: reservations open September 15 for the following season at devonlionscampground.com; a $10 non-refundable reservation fee applies. Half Moon Lake overnight bookings open November 1 each year. Glowing Embers: book directly at glowingembersrvpark.com with a $7 reservation fee.

What campgrounds near Edmonton are best for families? Half Moon Lake Resort is the top family choice, with a heated outdoor pool, jumping pillow, sandy beach, kayak rentals, mini-golf, pickleball, and an onsite cafe. Devon Lions is a quieter riverside option with fire pits at every site and proximity to the Devonian Botanic Garden. Elk Island suits families who want a wildlife experience over amenities. Browse Edmonton neighbourhoods with large lots if you are planning a move and want year-round RV access.

Campground rates verified May 2026. Glowing Embers, Devon Lions, and Half Moon Lake from official park websites. Elk Island fees from Parks Canada (parks.canada.ca). RV parking bylaws from edmonton.ca.