Stunning camping views less than a day away from Calgary

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Image | Lynx Creek Alberta Camping

Caption: Take in this gorgeous night sky over Lynx Creek in Alberta. (John McDougall)

Calgary has access to some of the best mountains in North America, boasting glorious vistas, pristine waterways and skies so clear they're almost unreal.
Whether you're out exploring for a day or an overnight trip, the natural surroundings will likely take your breath away.
If you can't decide where to head for your next camping trip, or if you're looking for some inspiration, keep scrolling.

Drink in the Milky Way over Jumbo Valley, B.C.

Image | Milky Way Jumbo Glacier

Caption: (Robson Fletcher/CBC)

The only source of light pollution? A propane lantern inside a hut.

Image | Jumbo Valley camping

Caption: (Robson Fletcher/CBC)

If you like symmetry, the Mount Lorette Ponds provide a near perfect reflection.

Image | Mount Lorette Ponds

Caption: (davebloggs007/Flickr)

Moraine Lake is a good bet too.

Image | Lake Moraine camping shot

Caption: (Kelly Quinn) (Kelly Quinn)

Over in Lynx Creek, pristine waters bubble along.

Image | Lynx Creek Bubbling brook

Caption: (John McDougall)

And gorgeous night skies sweep in.

Image | Lynx Creek Alberta Camping

Caption: (John McDougall)

There's no cell reception at this cabin near Beaver Mines, which sparks great conversation and storytelling.

Image | Beaver Mines cabin

Caption: (Baruch Laskin)

Here's the reward for clearing the trees on the Rawson Lake Hike.

Image | DO NOT USE Rawson Lake Hike

Caption: (davebloggs007/Flickr) (davebloggs007/Flickr)

And if you summit Mount Indefatigable, this is what awaits.

Image | Mount Indefatigable summit

Caption: (Devon Vanderveen)

Bring the right gear, and you might even be able to capture star trails like these.

Image | Lynx Creek Star Trails

Caption: (John McDougall)


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