There are many camp sites in Kananaskis country. Only one is fully serviced Boulton Creek Campground, and reservations are required. Hotels can be found in the Kananaskis town site Kananaskis Village as well as at the Dead Man Flats area. Kananaskis is a reasonable and frequent day trip from Calgary, depending on activity. If staying in Calgary but travelling to Kananaskis, choose a hotel in the west side of the city, preferably near 16th Avenue North such as the ones in "Motel Village" or near Glenmore Trail or Highway 22x in the south, rather than one near the airport or downtown. If you want a backcountry lodge experience, Mount Engadine Lodge (http://www.mountengadine.com) is situated on the Smith Dorrien - Spray Valley Road about 35 km south of Canmore. You can drive to it on a well maintained gravel road. It is small, 9 rooms that have been recently renovated, and overnight accommodation includes all meals. For a cheaper option, try the hostel HI - Kananaskis Hostel previously known as Ribbon Creek Hostel.
