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Ghost Airstrip

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Ghost Airstrip is a rustic group campground located in the Kananaskis foothills on the site of a former remote airstrip, situated 50–53 km northwest of Cochrane on Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 40). The facility accommodates up to 60 camping units for groups of 10 or more, offering basic infrastructure including three group fire pits, a cook shelter with wood-burning stove, picnic tables, and vault toilets. It serves as a basecamp for family reunions, youth retreats, corporate events, and outdoor activities in a scenic natural setting with native grass meadow landscape. The campground operates seasonally from May 1 to October 13 each year and is designed for back-to-nature group camping experiences with a maximum stay of 5 consecutive nights. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

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ItemPrice
Group campingFor 10 unitsCAD 360 per night
Additional unitsPer each unit beyond the first 10CAD 30 per night

Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round
Facility operatorRed Rock Sawmills Ltd.
Reservations phone1-877-537-2757

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches60

Facilities & services

Fire pits3 group fire pits
Cooking facilitiesCook shelter with wood-burning stove and free firewood
Water sourceHand pump for fire use only, not potable

Activities & family

Permitted activitiesCamping, cross-country skiing, fishing, front-country hiking, geocaching

Location & access

SettingNative grass meadow in foothills
Site historyLocated on site of former remote airstrip
Distance from Cochrane50–53 km northwest on Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 40)

Rules & policies

Off-highway vehiclesProhibited on-site

Facilities & details

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Fee
Group only

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🏞️ Attractions

Ghost Airstrip Provincial Recreation AreaParks & play1.8 km · ~5 min driveDirections ↗
Waiparous Valley Viewpoint Provincial Recreation AreaParks & play3 km · ~3 min driveDirections ↗
Waiparous Valley LookoutAttractions3.1 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Waiparous Creek Provincial Recreation AreaParks & play4.3 km · ~5 min driveDirections ↗
Mockingbird Peak (1,880 m)Summits & peaks8.1 km · ~46 min driveDirections ↗
Waiparous Valley Lookout (1,950 m)Summits & peaks9.8 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗
MuseumAttractions12 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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Is the hand pump water safe to drink?

No. The hand pump water is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.

Are off-highway vehicles allowed at Ghost Airstrip?

Off-highway vehicles are prohibited on-site. However, OHV riding is available at developed trails in the vicinity off-site.

What is the booking window for group camping?

Group camping areas can be booked up to 180 days in advance through a rolling booking window that advances daily at 9:00 a.m. MT.

What is the maximum length of stay?

Maximum 5 consecutive nights per booking for group camping areas.

When is Ghost Airstrip available for group reservations?

Ghost Airstrip is available for group reservations from May 1 to October 13 each year, with current bookings accepted through October 14, 2026.

How much does it cost to camp at Ghost Airstrip?

Ghost Airstrip charges a camping fee.

How many pitches does Ghost Airstrip have?

Ghost Airstrip has around 60 pitches.

When is Ghost Airstrip open?

Ghost Airstrip is open year-round.

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