Merlin Meadows is a designated backcountry campground situated in the Skoki wilderness area of Banff National Park, roughly 15 km from the Fish Creek trailhead near Lake Louise. The campground sits in an open alpine meadow approximately 1.2 km northwest of Skoki Lodge National Historic Site, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. It serves as a base for exploring the Skoki Valley, with nearby day hikes to Merlin Lake, Skoki Mountain, and Fossil Mountain. Advance reservations through Parks Canada are required for overnight stays.
Per person, per night backcountry camping fee
Banff Visitor Centre, 224 Banff Avenue, Town of Banff. Phone: 403-762-1550. Email: banffinfo@pc.gc.ca
Official Parks Canada website for Banff National Park
Backcountry camping information for Banff National Park
The Fish Creek trailhead is a 40-minute / 3.5 km walk from the village of Lake Louise. To get there, head toward Lake Louise and follow Whitehorn Road toward the Lake Louise ski hill, then turn right onto Fish Creek Road.
Campsites equipped with bear poles, tent pads, picnic tables, and outhouses; reservations through Parks Canada
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Merlin Meadows is a designated backcountry campground situated in the Skoki wilderness area of Banff National Park, roughly 15 km from the Fish Creek trailhead near Lake Louise. The campground sits in an open alpine meadow approximately 1.2 km northwest of Skoki Lodge National Historic Site, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. It serves as a base for exploring the Skoki Valley, with nearby day hikes to Merlin Lake, Skoki Mountain, and Fossil Mountain. Advance reservations through Parks Canada are required for overnight stays.
Per person, per night backcountry camping fee
Banff Visitor Centre, 224 Banff Avenue, Town of Banff. Phone: 403-762-1550. Email: banffinfo@pc.gc.ca
Official Parks Canada website for Banff National Park
Backcountry camping information for Banff National Park
The Fish Creek trailhead is a 40-minute / 3.5 km walk from the village of Lake Louise. To get there, head toward Lake Louise and follow Whitehorn Road toward the Lake Louise ski hill, then turn right onto Fish Creek Road.
Campsites equipped with bear poles, tent pads, picnic tables, and outhouses; reservations through Parks Canada
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.