Accommodations
If you have visitors coming to spend time with you in Black Diamond and are looking for a place for them to stay while they are here, there are several accommodation choices available.
Hotels and Motels
Black Diamond Bar & Hotel
105 Center Avenue S, Black Diamond
403.933.4656
Cowboy Trail Apartment Motel
322 Government Road S.
403.933.4915
Turner Valley Hotel
112 Kennedy Drive SE, Turner Valley
403.933.7878
Reservations
Bed and Breakfasts
The Barn at Whiskey Hill Bed and Breakfast
Millarville, AB
403.931.3657
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Coulee Crossing Bed and Breakfast
Okotoks, AB
403.938.1560
Highwood River Inn
Longview, AB
403.558.2456
Idle Spurs Bed & Breakfast
530 Maplewood Way, Black Diamond
403.933-5360
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The Ranch Bed & Breakfast
Okotoks, AB
403.938.5109
The Robin's Nest Bed and Breakfast
Millarville, AB
403.931.3514
Welcome Acres Bed & Breakfast
Okotoks, AB
403.933.7529
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Artisan Retreats
Diamond Willow Artisan Retreat
Turner Valley, AB
403.933.5755
Camping in the Black Diamond Area
Foothills Lions Campground, Centennial Park
Access via 5th Street West
403.933.5785
Nestled on the banks of the Sheep River at the west edge of town, this pleasant tree shaded campground is operated by the Foothills Lions Club and offers:
- 34 sites equipped with power, water & sewer (12 with 50 amp. service)
- 23 sites equipped with power only (2 with 50 amp. service)
- 2 sites with no services
We offer tenting sites, dishwashing facilities, showers, barrier-free restroom facilities, 2 cooking shelters, fire rings, firewood, and a sanitary dumping station. An ideal location to take advantage of the area's many recreation opportunities, including canoeing, river fishing, hiking trails, playground and horseshoes.
Open early May to October, weekly and monthly rates offered. Please call 403.933.5785 for reservations.
Hell's Half Acre Campground
Highway 22, Main Street, Turner Valley
403.993.8538
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Managed by the Foothills Lions Club, this campground is located adjacent to an outdoor swimming pool and baseball diamonds. It is fully serviced and is close to shopping, fishing and hiking. Pets are allowed on leash. Located at the entrance to Kananaskis Country near the Sheep River.
Open May - October (weather permitting).
Group camping is available.
Camping in Kananaskis Country
Seasonal camping is available at many campsites and various backcountry campgrounds in the Sheep River Valley (eastern) area of Kananaskis Country. Equestrian camping is also available. Set among deep gorges and commanding peaks, the area offers:
- mountain biking
- hiking
- cross-country skiing
- equestrian
- fishing
Camping in Bow Valley Provincial Park
Bow River, Three Sisters, Lac Des Arcs, Bow Valley & Willow Rock
403.673.2163
Group camping available
Camping in Kananaskis Valley
Sundance Lodges & Mt. Kidd R.V. Park
403.591.7122
Eau Claire
403.591.7226 or toll free 1.866.366.2267
Group camping 403.673.2163
Camping in Sibbald Area
Sibbald Lake & Dawson Equestrian
403.673.2163
Group camping available
Camping in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
Canyon, Elkwood, Boulton Creek, Lower Lake, Mt. Sarrail & Interlakes
403.591.7226 or toll free 1.866.366.2267
Group camping available
Camping in Spray Valley Provincial Park
Spray Lake West
403.591.7226 or toll free 1.866.366.2267
Buller Mountain
403.673.3985
Camping in Elbow River Valley
Beaver Flat, Fisher Creek, Gooseberry, Little Elbow, Little Elbow Equestrian, Mesa Butte Equestrian, McLean Creek, North Fork & Paddy's Flat
403.949.3132
Group camping available
Camping in Sheep River Valley
Blue Rock, Blue Rock Equestrian, Sandy McNabb Regular & Equestrian ?
403.949.3132
Group camping available
Camping in Highwood River & Cataract Creek
Cataract Creek, Etherington Creek Regular & Equestrian, Green Ford, Strawberry & Strawberry Equestrian
403.591.7226 or toll free 1.866.366.2267
Indian Graves Regular & Equestrian
403.995.5554
Group camping available
Camping in Ghost River Area
Burnt Timber, Fallen Timber South, North Ghost, Walparous Creek & Ghost Reservoir
403.637.2198
Group camping available
Camping in Kananaskis-Canmore
Back Country Camping
Backcountry campsites are available in:
- Bow Valley Provincial Park
- Kananaskis Valley
- Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
- Elbow River Valley
- Sheep River Valley
- Ghost River Wilderness Area
Permits can be purchased in person at the Barrier Lake, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park and Elbow Valley Visitor Information Centres during normal hours of operation.
To purchase a permit by phone contact 403.678.3136 (in Alberta toll-free by first dialing 310.0000)
For more information on camping in Kananaskis Country, obtain the printed. Explore Kananaskis Country guide at a visitor information center or visit Travel Alberta.