South - Grasslands National Park
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    SW Saskatchewan. Frenchman Valley Campground is located in the West Block, 1 hour S of Swift Current. Rock Creek Campground is located in the East Block, 2 hours S of Moose Jaw.
    Latitude: 49.16927° N,
    Longitude: -107.6269° W
    ​Escape and enjoy fun experiences with family and friends... exciting trails, challenging geocaches, guided nature hikes or the kids Xplorers program! Check out the RV/tent camping and oTentik rentals at Frenchman Valley and Rock Creek Campgrounds. A wheelchair accessible oTentik is available at the East Block, while both East and West Blocks have a pet-friendly oTentik unit.
     
    ​Connect with national treasures. See some of the rarest wildlife in Canada exploring the West Block's Frenchman River Valley. Catch a glimpse of a short-horned lizard, bison or spy on the comical Black-tailed Prairie dogs. Hike the breathtaking badlands of the East Block. Discover the astonishing dinosaur bones exposed in the eroding layers of earth. True western hospitality is awaiting your visit. For a current list of programs and their availability, please visit the website​.​

    Please plan ahead and check the Parks ​Canada website​ for the most up-to-date information on hours of operation and what to expect when you arrive. Campers a​re required to book online in advance via the Parks Canada Reservation System.​

    Campground reservations in Grasslands National Park open March 28. Visitors can make reservations for Frenchman Valley Campground, East and West Blocks backcountry camping, and Rock Creek Campground. The reservation period is May 1 to October 8.
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    Cypress Hills – Grasslands National Park 7-Day Birding Tour

    Grasslands National Park, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, Cypress Hills

    Jun 1, 2023 to Sep 4, 2023

    ​Join experienced local birding guide, Stan Shadick from Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours, for a 7-day / 6-night birding tour visiting Saskatchewan's Great Sandhills, Cypress Hills and Grasslands National Park. Both novice and experienced birdwatchers are welcome. The tour takes in the best birding hotspots in southwestern Saskatchewan.

    The tour begins in Saskatoon but can also be joined at Rosetown, Kindersley or Leader. Package price includes guiding services for each group of 1-4 persons travelling in a single vehicle. ​
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    Nature in Me© Grasslands Intuitive Painting Weekend Retreat - Val Marie

    Val Marie

    May 12, 2023 to May 14, 2023

    Sky Story Studio located in Val Marie is inviting you to an Intuitive Painting Retreat. Immerse yourself in liquid color, and experience your own personal cave of creativity for heart/body/mind clarity. Participants will receive information as to how to continue at home with this humble, yet profound creative practice of self-inquiry and self-care. 

    The retreat alone is $385. All materials are included. With accommodation and breakfast at Sky Story Bed & Breakfast for two nights the fee ranges from $615 to $645. The price is based on single occupancy. Add a second guest for $70. One of the suites allows a third guest for $60. 
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    West Block Visitor Centre (in Val Marie), May 1 - Oct 10, daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Frenchman Valley Campground Kiosk (West Block), May 1 to Sep 5, daily 2 - 7 p.m. Rock Creek Visitor Centre (East Block), May 1 to Oct 10, daily 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

    Rates And Discounts

    See Park Fees​. Camping permits at Visitor Centre in Val Marie or seasonal campground kiosk.​ Reservations open March 28, 2023 at 8 a.m. CST. Visitors can make reservations for Frenchman Valley Campground, East and West Blocks backcountry camping, and Rock Creek Campground. The reservation period is May 1 to October 8, 2023.

    • Online reservations
    • Self-registration

    Certifications and Affiliations

    • Cypress Hills - Grasslands Destination Area member

    Access

    • Backcountry
    • Country / Rural
    • Wilderness

    Services

    • Firewood - for purchase
    • Guided tour
    • Interpretive program
    • Self-guided tour

    Amenities

    • 30 amp service
    • 50 amp service
    • Drinking water
    • Electric sites
    • Equestrian camping
    • Firepit
    • Interpretive signage
    • Nature trails
    • No. of electric sites: 44
    • Non-electric sites
    • Picnic area
    • Picnic shelter
    • Picnic tables
    • Primitive sites
    • Tenting sites

    Activities

    • Birding / Wildlife viewing
    • Camping
    • Children's activities
    • Cycling
    • Geocaching
    • Hiking
    • Horseback riding
    • Stargazing

    Accessibility

    • Barrier-free campsites
    • Family friendly
    • Pet friendly

    Language Services

    • French

    Maps & Docs

    Contact Info

    Phone(s): 306-298-2257 (West Block) | 306-476-2018 (East Block) | 1-877-345-2257 | 1-877-737-3783 (Camping Reservations) |
    pc.infopnprairies-grasslandsnpinfo.pc@canada.ca

    West Block Visitor Centre (in Val Marie), May 1 - Oct 10, daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Frenchman Valley Campground Kiosk (West Block), May 1 to Sep 5, daily 2 - 7 p.m. Rock Creek Visitor Centre (East Block), May 1 to Oct 10, daily 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

    SW Saskatchewan. Frenchman Valley Campground is located in the West Block, 1 hour S of Swift Current. Rock Creek Campground is located in the East Block, 2 hours S of Moose Jaw.

    Latitude: 49.16927° N, Longitude: -107.6269° W

    South - Grasslands National Park

    ​Escape and enjoy fun experiences with family and friends... exciting trails, challenging geocaches, guided nature hikes or the kids Xplorers program! Check out the RV/tent camping and oTentik rentals at Frenchman Valley and Rock Creek Campgrounds. A wheelchair accessible oTentik is available at the East Block, while both East and West Blocks have a pet-friendly oTentik unit.
     
    ​Connect with national treasures. See some of the rarest wildlife in Canada exploring the West Block's Frenchman River Valley. Catch a glimpse of a short-horned lizard, bison or spy on the comical Black-tailed Prairie dogs. Hike the breathtaking badlands of the East Block. Discover the astonishing dinosaur bones exposed in the eroding layers of earth. True western hospitality is awaiting your visit. For a current list of programs and their availability, please visit the website​.​

    Please plan ahead and check the Parks ​Canada website​ for the most up-to-date information on hours of operation and what to expect when you arrive. Campers a​re required to book online in advance via the Parks Canada Reservation System.​

    Campground reservations in Grasslands National Park open March 28. Visitors can make reservations for Frenchman Valley Campground, East and West Blocks backcountry camping, and Rock Creek Campground. The reservation period is May 1 to October 8.

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    Location Information

    SW Saskatchewan. Frenchman Valley Campground is located in the West Block, 1 hour S of Swift Current. Rock Creek Campground is located in the East Block, 2 hours S of Moose Jaw.

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    lat. 49.16927° N, long. -107.6269° W

    Contact Info

    Phone: 306-298-2257 (West Block) | 306-476-2018 (East Block) | 1-877-345-2257 | 1-877-737-3783 (Camping Reservations) |
    pc.infopnprairies-grasslandsnpinfo.pc@canada.ca

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