Protection Mountain Campground Banff National Park.

This campground is located in the Rocky Mountains on the Bow Valley Parkway, 48km north of Banff and 17km south of Lake Louise in Banff National Park. Quick access to the parkway when heading north can be found at Castle Mountain Junction on the Trans Canada Highway. This campground is better suited for tents and small RV's. The total number of campsites is 83, all located in a grassy, wooded area. There are flush toilets, piped cold water, sheltered communal kitchens with wood burning cook stoves. Fire pits are located in each spot, fire wood is available with the purchase of a fire permit. A small store, gas bar and restaurant are located south of the Campground at the Castle Mountain junction. Lake Louise, to the north, also offers gas, groceries, restaurants and world class hotels. Beautiful Johnston Canyon, Boom Lake, Bourgeau Lake, Rockbound Lake, Taylor Lake, O'Brien Lake and Silverton Falls are also located near here. Protection Mountain campground spots are available on a first come first serve basis only. National Park campgrounds tend to fill quickly and are usually full for the night by early afternoon.

This is bear country, food and food related items must be stored properly.

See the official web site link below for fees, opening and closing dates.