O'Brien Provincial Park Campground
The spot
About this campsite
O'Brien Provincial Park is located in the scenic Wapiti River valley just 15 km south of Grande Prairie along Highway 40.
The park provides unserviced campsites sheltered by mature balsam poplar and spruce trees, offering a quiet riverfront escape minutes from the city.
Campers and day visitors enjoy riverside walking paths, picnicking on open grassy lawns, and hand-launching kayaks or rafts onto the Wapiti River.
What makes it worth the drive
- Wapiti River valley location
- Proximity to Grande Prairie
- Shaded riverfront sites
- Paddling & rafting launch
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$28.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – October 12
Elevation
590 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Not available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Not available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Fire pits
On site
Picnic shelters
On site
Day-use park
On site
Wapiti River access
On site
Community reviews
Jun 2025
Great quiet spot right on the Wapiti River. Super convenient location close to Grande Prairie.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around O'Brien Provincial Park Campground is unreliable.
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