Welcome to
Handhills High-Country Hideaway
Experience the beauty of prairie nature at Handhills High-Country Hideaway. Nestled in the heart of a large property of nearly 70 acres, our 30 acre campground offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With large treed lots with plenty of space between neighbors you'll love our park and your stay.
Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a first-time camper, our amazing private sites, comprehensive list of amenities and activities ensures that your stay is comfortable and enjoyable. We have Seasonal sites available for move in on May 1st 2024. Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Hand hills, hike through scenic trails, and parklands or simply relax by the campfire under the dark starry sky. We are located 20 minutes east of Drumheller on Hwy 851 at the top of the Handhills. Book your stay today and embark on an unforgettable private, or group camping experience.
Features & Ammenities
Functionality You Will Love!
Sites
All sites are naturally treed & Private
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84 RV Sites with full service electric, water, and septic truck service.
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All sites with 30A Powerr
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3 RV Group sites 2+ Acres each
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2 Group Sites have pole barn Cookhouses (24' x 30') and (24' x 60') Included with nightly rental
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1 has a large group tenting area.
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8 private Tenting sites (more to come)
Camping Options
Nightly Weekly Monthly Seasonal
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We currently have 29 of our planned 40 Seasonal sites filled. Many of these campers are long term tenants, others have signed on for one or more years already. If you are interest in a seasonal site please contact us by email and we'll get back to you right away.
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Tenters can choose from many private or semi Private areas depending on their needs.
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We have space for Weddings, Graduations, ball tournaments, family Reunions are all welcome and we will strive to accommodate your needs
Ammenities
In the park for your use
Convenience Store/ Office
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Bagged Ice and Fire Wood
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Starlink Internet near the office
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6 M/F washrooms and 6 coin operated showers
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Coin operated Laundry
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Propane Sales
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Soda, Water, Chips, Treats, Camping necessities, Toys.
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Hutterite stocked meat, eggs and Breads.
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Pet Friendly with an off leash area
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Playground (new)
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Mini Golf (Upgrades coming)
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Sand Volleyball Court
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Sand pit with Fossil or coin dig for kids. Found Coins get a free treat at the store
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Horseshoe Pits
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Hookum, Corn hole, Badminton and, Bocce Ball
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Board Games (sign out)
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Movies (sign out)
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Stocked Fish Pond (when possible)
Included
Weather & Nature
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We are blessed with some of the most beautiful weather in Southern Alberta and are generally about the same temperatures as Drumheller year round
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We regularly see Moose, Deer, Raptors, Woodpeckers, Bats and Owls living in the park, and inform and encourage people to take photos when we see them.
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Our nights are free from light pollution so we have incredible star gazing and Meteor shower viewing. As well as late season Auroras in August and September.
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Our park is built into the existing natural area and we strive to protect the animals that call our property home.
Community
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We have a local Hutterite colony who sets up a Farmers Market every Saturday afternoon !!
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Special Events on long weekends and a Canada Day Party and kids Parade to start the summer season.
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Local Ranchers and Hutterites around Handhills will help you personally source Beef, Pork, Chicken, and Turkey purchases and burgers to take home. If you need access to our local producers please reach out to the office.
Our Story
The Hansen Family built Handhills High-Country Hideaway RV and Tenting campground in the early 90's, in a poplar grove on generational family farm land and operated for 10 years. The Sopp family then purchased campground in the early 2000's and ran it for the next 20 years. During all that time the original Handhills High-Country Hideaway has remained a favorite among Travelers and locals alike.
Now the Dollimount Family has purchased the park and will Reopen the park to the public, for all to enjoy!
As new owners but 14 year tenants at HHH we have been camping seasonally here and have watched our children grow into adults and learn many new skills at the park. The park is reopening on May1 2024. HHH will again be fully open to the public with fully serviced RV weekend & Seasonal Sites. As well as a number of beautiful private tenting sites.
Note: There was a 3 year period after the pandemic began where another operator was running the park as an RV resort. They have moved on in the fall of 23' and closed that business down.
WE ARE OPEN TO ALL
Get to Know us
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Our Family is originally from the beautiful South West coastal outports of Newfoundland, and have spent our last 25 years building a life in Alberta. This large property will one day be our home as we intend to build a home and life on the property as the Campground matures.
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My Wife and I will both be working our regular jobs but will be on site every weekend and our sons and extended family at the park will be all assisting in some way on our maintenance.
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Chris Mclean is our Park Manager and has been working in the park for the past 3 years. He is a great Guy and you'll get to meet him when you sign in.
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Online booking are now open at our Book now Link.
Photos Around the Park
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RV Site 30 amps $42 Per night
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RV Site 30 amps weekly $265, Monthly $950
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Seasonal RV sites $3,500.00 Per year. This fee includes storage in your site for the closed season. Saving you all the cost of towing and separate storage.
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Tent Site $ 28 Per night
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2 x Group Sites with Cookhouse and 4 - 15 Amp serviced RV posts $325 Per night per site
( up to 10 camping units) Additional units at $25 per night
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Group Site no services $280 Per night
( up to 10 camping units) Additional units at $25 per night
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Group tent site $ 150 per night up to 8 units.
( up to 8 camping units) Additional units at $20 per night
All prices are Plus GST
Things To Do in the Area
Drumheller Attractions
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Royal Tyrell Museum
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Atlas Coal Mine in Drumheller
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Sheerness Lake 40 minute away in Sunnynook near Hanna AB
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Last Chance Saloon in Wayne AB, a road with 11 bridges 25 minutes away
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The Horseshoe Canyon Near Morin AB
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Bleriot Ferry River crossing for vehicles, it's open during summer and is a drive on/off cable ferry
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Dinosaur Trail Golf and Country Club, Drumheller
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Badlands Amphitheatre, Drumheller
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Willow Creek Hoodoos
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Star Mine Suspension Bridge
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Worlds Largest Dinosaur
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Drumheller aquatic center and spray park
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Valley Brewing
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The Little Church
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Handhills Rodeo Early June each year
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Orkney Viewpoint
Contact Us
Address
294102 Highway 851
Delia, Alberta
Contact
Opening & Closing Dates
Open MAY 1 2024 8 AM
Close SEPT 30 2024 4 PM
