Johnston Creek (Jo18) is a backcountry campsite in Banff National Park's Sawback Range, located approximately 15.9 km from the Johnston Creek trailhead. The site has five tent pads, bear lockers, and campfires are permitted. It serves as a key stop on the multi-day Sawback Trail and is an alternative starting camp to Luellen Lake (Jo19) for hikers on that route. A Parks Canada backcountry permit is required for overnight stays.
Per person, per night
Open May through Oct
Banff National Park is managed by Parks Canada, a Canadian federal agency.
Banff Visitor Centre email: banffinfo@pc.gc.ca
Official Parks Canada page for backcountry camping in Banff National Park.
Backcountry camping: $15.00 per person, per night. Valid at Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho national parks.
Johnston Creek (Jo18) campsite is on the Sawback Trail, a multi-day backcountry route accessible during the main hiking season May to October in Banff National Park.
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