Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park campground
Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
There are several points of interest within a short distance of the campground, including the historic town of Drumheller, the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology, and the Hoodoos Trail. Visitors can also explore the nearby badlands and river valley.
The campground offers basic amenities, including fire pits, picnic tables, and vault toilets. There are 15 campsites at the campground, which are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. However, visitors are advised to arrive early as the campsites can fill up quickly during peak seasons.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once used by the indigenous peoples of the area as a buffalo jump, where they would drive buffalo off the cliffs for food and supplies.
The best time of year to visit Tolman West Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park is during the summer months when temperatures average around 20-25°C (68-77°F). However, visitors should be prepared for fluctuations in weather as the park is situated in a semi-arid region.
What's on-site at Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolman East - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Trochu Lions Cg | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Starland County Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Elnora City Cg | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Three Hills Rec Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
Can I make reservations at Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tolman West - Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park.