Senior camping at the Oldman Dam Provincial Recreation Area. Photo courtesy Travel Alberta.
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The Government of Alberta is helping seniors enjoy the province’s beauty with a camping fee discount.
“Starting May 1, Alberta seniors aged 65 and older will enjoy a 25 per cent discount on camping fees at select campgrounds, opening the door to more high-quality and low-cost outdoor adventures and opportunities to foster a deeper connection with nature,” said the province.
The discount will be available at 142 front-country campgrounds across Alberta, including about 6,400 campsites for various popular camping experiences. Other types of camping such as group, comfort, seasonal and backcountry are not eligible for the discount.
“We live in the most beautiful place on earth, and initiatives like these will make it easier than ever for Albertans, especially seniors, to explore and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes Alberta has to offer,” said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks. “By making our parks more accessible and affordable, we are enhancing quality of life for seniors, promoting their health and well-being, and helping them discover the hidden gems of our province.”
A list of campgrounds offering the discount is available at albertaparks.ca. Seniors can take advantage of this discount by booking through shop.albertaparks.ca, by phone or at first-come, first-served campgrounds. Bookings for May 1 arrivals will open on January 31.
“Seniors appreciate every opportunity to enjoy and recreate in parks more affordably. By providing these discounts on select campsites more seniors can take advantage of hidden gem campgrounds across Alberta, promoting their health and well-being,” said Larry Mathieson, president and CEO at Unison.
To receive the discount, eligible seniors must be the camping permit holder, have valid identification and be part of the camping party for the entire stay.
