Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall is prime. Early summer can be buggy, so bring repellent. It’s generally quieter than the main Jasper campgrounds, but in peak summer, arriving earlier in the day helps with site selection.
Overview
About Pocahontas Campground
Set near the park’s east boundary on Miette Road, Pocahontas Campground (also referred to as Miette Campground) is the mellow, woodsy alternative to Jasper’s mega-campgrounds. It’s the spot you pick for birdsong, tree cover, and an easy base for soaking at Miette Hot Springs.
Why stop
- Treed, private sites with a quieter vibe than Jasper’s big campgrounds
- Flush toilets, running water, and on-site firewood
- Short drive to Miette Hot Springs and nearby waterfall/mining ruins walks
Heads up
- No showers on-site
- Mosquitoes can be intense in early summer
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Tips for visiting Pocahontas Campground
Arrive earlier in the day during peak summer for better site choice.
Bring strong bug repellent—early summer can be very buggy.
No showers here; plan a soak and scrub at nearby Miette Hot Springs.
If towing, choose a roomier site—some back-ins are tight.
Plan your stop
Before you go
Best time to visit
Campsites & facilities
8 active Jasper alerts
- ClosureWildfire-impacted areas and facilities closedStay out of closed wildfire-impacted areas and facilities in Jasper National Park; closures protect public safety after the 2024 wildfire and remain in effect while recovery and safety work continues.Official details
- Closure93A (Wabasso Road) no through travel during roadworkFrom mid-October to early November 2026, plan for 93A (Wabasso Road) to be accessible from the south entrance only; no through travel is expected during roadwork.Official details
The highest, rockiest slopes around here are a summer buffet for grizzly bears.
Jasper Tour Guide
Your drive to Pocahontas Campground, narrated.
Parkwolf is a GPS audio tour guide for Jasper National Park. As you drive, it chimes in with what’s ahead: hidden gems, upcoming stops, history, geology, and wildlife, right through your car’s speakers.
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Plays as you drive up to Pocahontas Campground in the Parkwolf Jasper Tour Guide.
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More about Pocahontas Campground
Setting & vibeExpect a forested, low-key feel with good separation between sites.
Expect a forested, low-key feel with good separation between sites. It’s quieter than Whistlers or Wapiti, and the scenery is classic foothills forest with mountain backdrops—nothing flashy, just peaceful.
Nearby & things to doYou’re a quick drive from Miette Hot Springs—perfect for a post-hike soak.
You’re a quick drive from Miette Hot Springs—perfect for a post-hike soak. Short walks from the campground lead to a pretty waterfall and the remains of the old mining village; history buffs and casual wanderers both win here.
WildlifeMornings bring lively birdsong, and it’s not unusual to spot wildlife along Miette Road—black…
Mornings bring lively birdsong, and it’s not unusual to spot wildlife along Miette Road—black bears have been seen on the drive to the hot springs. Keep food secured and stay bear-smart.
Good to knowNo showers—pair your stay with a visit to Miette Hot Springs.
- No showers—pair your stay with a visit to Miette Hot Springs.
- Larger rigs should pick sites with easier approach angles; some back-ins are snug.
- There’s potable water and a dishwashing station on-site, but no camp store.
Wildlife
Wildlife in Jasper
174 sightingsGrizzly BearMost seen around 8 PMSighting map
43 sightingsCaribouMost seen around 7 AMSighting map
40 sightingsGray WolfMost seen around 6 AMSighting map
12 sightingsCanada LynxMost seen around 8 PMSighting map
315 sightingsMooseMost seen around 6 AMSighting map
1,028 sightingsElkMost seen around 7 AMSighting mapSighting maps show where each species has been reported across Jasper. Wildlife moves, so no sighting is guaranteed.
