Silverhorn Creek Campground
Photo: Florian Fuchs, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A basic, RV-friendly stop on the Icefields Parkway with room for big rigs. There is no water, power or showers, only outhouses and fire pits, so arrive self-contained. Waterfowl Lakes, Bow Lake and Peyto Lake are minutes away.
The official page doesn't describe nearby hikes or activities. Ask the operator or see the official page.
Why these tags? (sources)
- Pet-friendly: “Pets must be on a leash and under physical control at all times in Banff National Park.” Parks Canada page
- Big-rig friendly: “An RV-friendly campground... motorhomes and trailers up to 20 meters (70 feet).” Parks Canada page
Cost
Typical cost per night: about $22 (approximate average of the listed rates, before extras)
| Primitive | $22.00 |
|---|
Water and sani-dump at Waterfowl Lakes Campground, 6 km north.
Source: official rates page. Rates checked October 2026, confirm before booking.
Campground details
| Park | Banff National Park |
|---|---|
| Operator | Parks Canada |
| Location | On the Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93N), 56 km north of the Hwy 1/93N junction near Lake Louise. |
| Season | 2026: May 28 – Sept 27 (2026 dates; they change yearly and with weather) |
| Site types | Unserviced 45 primitive sites (reservation only) |
| RV length | RV-friendly: motorhomes and trailers up to 20 m (70 ft). |
| Showers | No |
| Sani-dump | No |
| Flush toilets | No |
| Other amenities | Outhouses, Picnic shelter, Firepits, Food storage lockers, No cell coverage |
| Reservations | Parks Canada Reservation Service (reservation only) Book or check availability |
| Official page | parks.canada.ca |
Details are from the official/operator pages listed above, checked October 2026. Seasons, rates, closures and rules change; confirm with the operator before you go. Check fire bans and road conditions. Explore: Peyto Lake, Icefields Parkway.
