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Steelhead Park is a convenient overnight camping and picnicking spot for travelers on Highway 1. This is also a popular destination camp for visitors enjoying boating and fishing on Kamloops Lake, at the head of the Thompson River. The park offers 240 metres of beach on the lake and 1,000 metres of frontage along the river. The Savona community offers the amenities of a small town.

Summit Lake Park is a beautiful 6 hectare park located with in the Nakusp range of the Selkirk Mountains. Park visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout or swimming in the lake’s clear, refreshing water. The mountainous backdrop of the park is a stage to the wonders of nature. A natural spectacle occurs as thousands of toads emerge from the lake and migrate to the nearby forest to hibernate for the winter. Mountain goats can often be viewed on rocky outcroppings and in late summer, while birds in flight paint the skyline.

Silver Beach Park is located on the north end of Seymour Arm of Shuswap Lake, on the site of an historical gold rush town called Ogden City (now called Seymour Arm). The campground has sites located next to the beautiful sandy beach of the Seymour River estuary. The park provides destination camping for people arriving by boat and by vehicle (Forest Service road from Anglemont). Silver Beach provides the ideal summer holiday for those whose interests are swimming, house-boating, scuba-diving, fishing, water-skiing or just soaking up the sun. Anglers take note that Shuswap Lake contains 19 species of fish! Groceries and camping supplies are available locally.

Wells Gray Park is a spectacular destination hidden in the Cariboo Mountains of east-central British Columbia. Famed for its old-growth rainforest, lush alpine meadows, and many waterfalls, Wells Gray offers an extraordinary range of outdoor attractions. Take a virtual tour of Wells Gray Park Popular activities include: Hiking for every ability, ranging from short walks to multi-day adventures Boating, canoeing , kayaking , and river rafting Birding and wildlife viewing Horseback riding Look on this page for general information about Wells Gray Park, including camping policies, things to do , and facilities available. For detailed information about some of the most popular areas in the park, visit the separate webpages listed below. Backcountry areas The term ‘backcountry’ refers to any…

<BR><BR> THERE ARE NO RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE AT EVELY RECREATION SITE <BR><BR> EVELY RECREATION SITE HAS SPECIFIC DURATION OF STAY RULES <BR><BR> 14 DAY STAY MAXIMUM AND YOU MUST LEAVE EVELY FOR 14 DAYS BEFORE RETURNING TO THE SITE <BR><BR> There are no garbage facilities at this site please pack out your garbage <BR><BR> RV and tenting sites right on Okanagan Lake. No potable water. Short walking trails. A small boat launch. Swimming beach. <BR><BR> The Okanagan Lake Recreation Site was renamed the Evely Recreation Site in honour of the late Glen Evely to pay tribute to his commitment to p…

Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Park includes 220 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves. The park’s natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan climate, provide many recreational opportunities from spring through fall. Hiking trails along the scenic headlands are steep, requiring care and attention.

Wide open spaces, great fishing, wildlife, old west history and a quiet camping spot can all be yours in less than a 90-minute drive from the central Okanagan. In the heart of cattle country, rolling grasslands and dry open forest surround the sparkling turquoise waters of Kentucky Lake and Alleyne Lake. The scenery is spectacular from early April to late October with springs’ palette of soft pastels slowly changing to the vibrant golds of autumn. Once known only to local fishers and their friends, the park is being discovered as a weekend destination from the coast and from the Okanagan. The Coquihalla Highway and the Highway 97C Connector have made the access easier to these beautiful fishing lakes. This is also an excellent spot for viewing small mammals and large bird species.

Begbie Falls is a waterfall at the mouth of Begbie Creek on the Upper Arrow Lake. The day use site is located at the end of the Begbie Falls Forest Service Road (FSR). <BR> Access the falls by vehicle on Begbie Falls FSR or trail access from the Begbie Bluffs Parking area on Highway 23S via the Bluff Trail. The trail is a shared multi-use trail.<BR><BR> The Begbie Falls campground is located 2km down Begbie Falls FSR (just before the falls). There are 26 sites and there is a $18.00 fee. <br>Debit and Credit card payment options are available. <br><strong>NOTE: Water is not easily accessible…

Beautiful, sandy and pebbly beaches surrounded by ponderosa pine and sagebrush make this park the perfect spot for swimming and water activities. At the two large campgrounds in the park, panoramic views will add to your enjoyment. The landscape across the lake, from beach to skyline, is part of Okanagan Mountain Park, accessible by boat or by driving back through Kelowna. For your convenience, during the summer season this park has a concession located at the south campground gatehouse and managed by the park operator .

Beautiful, sandy and pebbly beaches surrounded by ponderosa pine and sagebrush make this park the perfect spot for swimming and water activities. At the two large campgrounds in the park, panoramic views will add to your enjoyment. The landscape across the lake, from beach to skyline, is part of Okanagan Mountain Park, accessible by boat or by driving back through Kelowna. For your convenience, during the summer season this park has a concession located at the south campground gatehouse and managed by the park operator .

Well off the beaten track, nestled in a beautiful mountain setting are the quieter, sandy beaches of Mabel Lake Park. Lush forests offer a pleasant retreat from the more crowded urban centres. The park’s sandy shoreline is backed by a cool forest of hemlock, red cedar and birch, in sharp contrast to the drier ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forests to the west. Squirrels often visit the campsites and painted turtles can be seen at Taylor Creek. Deer, black bear and even moose can be seen occasionally as well as a variety of birdlife and water fowl. Mabel Lake is a fisherman’s destination park as several local fishing derbies are held in the park each year. It is not uncommon to find a handful of fisherman enjoying the peaceful spring months, fishing off the beach. Opportunities for rainb…

Herald Park is a popular camping and day-use destination. The park covers 79 hectares of beautiful beach and forested uplands. It offers frontcountry camping, a boat launch, and a large day-use area. It is a great spot to use as a base camp for visiting the many attractions of the Shuswap area. Swimming, fishing, and bird watching are popular activities in this park, as is the self-guided nature walk to Margaret Falls.

Set on the shore of Nicola Lake, Monck Park offers a wide assortment of recreational activities including camping, picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating, waterskiing, windsurfing and hiking. Monck Park is a very popular family-oriented campground in a hot, dry setting. In addition to providing recreational opportunities, Monck protects a Ponderosa pine, bunchgrass ecosystem and a volcanic rock cliff landscape.

Great fishing, a wharf, paved boat launch, and campsites are four lures that make this park popular with local anglers. Martha Creek Park is the only provincial park on the Revelstoke reservoir. It features one of the few sandy beaches in the area and provides opportunities including an adventure playground, indoor picnic shelter and a large sport field, complete with a volleyball net. With its close proximity to Revelstoke, the park itself adds to the diversity of tourist attractions. Nearby Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks in the rugged Selkirk Mountains, offer a wide range of activities. Especially popular is the paved Summit Road into the wildflower meadows and alpine of Mount Revelstoke.

Looking for a family holiday destination? Plan your next weekend to Blanket Creek Park just south of Revelstoke. Popular with local residents, this park was originally a farm now developed to provide recreational opportunities. It is one of a system of four provincial parks on the Arrow Lake Reservoir. With its warm man-made swimming lagoon, adventure playground, historic homestead site and easy access to scenic Sutherland Falls, this park offers enjoyment for the entire family. Blanket Creek Park makes a great staging area for other recreational explorations. Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks both close by, offer hiking trails for all skill levels. Travel south, take a ferry ride and discover Nakusp Hot Springs. The variety of opportunities both in and around this park beckon…

Situated just south of Nakusp, McDonald Creek Park is one of a system of four provincial parks on the Arrow Lake reservoir. With facilities on the eastern shoreline, it is a holiday destination for swimming, boating, jetskiing, waterskiing and fishing opportunities. It features several kilometres of fine sandy beach, waterfront sites and open grassy meadows. You can always find a quiet spot for yourself, try some beachcombing, or join in the fun at the main swimming area. A boat launch is available, offering good fishing opportunities for kokanee, bull and rainbow trout. The Arrow Reservoir bisects McDonald Creek Park and protects lakeshore riparian habitat on the east side and forested upland habitat on the west side. This combination offers outdoor recreational opportunities in a uniq…

Situated just south of Nakusp, McDonald Creek Park is one of a system of four provincial parks on the Arrow Lake reservoir. With facilities on the eastern shoreline, it is a holiday destination for swimming, boating, jetskiing, waterskiing and fishing opportunities. It features several kilometres of fine sandy beach, waterfront sites and open grassy meadows. You can always find a quiet spot for yourself, try some beachcombing, or join in the fun at the main swimming area. A boat launch is available, offering good fishing opportunities for kokanee, bull and rainbow trout. The Arrow Reservoir bisects McDonald Creek Park and protects lakeshore riparian habitat on the east side and forested upland habitat on the west side. This combination offers outdoor recreational opportunities in a uniq…

All recreation sites in the Kootenay Boundary district are first come first serve, there are NO reservation systems in place. FEE COLLECTION BEGINS APRIL 1ST. A recently developed (with upgrades in 2021) campsite on the shores on Upper Arrow lake just North of Nakusp BC. There are 48 campsites available for tent and trailer camping. There is some beach access and a day use area. The campsite is connected to a network of adaptive and regular mountain biking trails. The campsite and trail network is managed by the Nakusp and Area Bike Society. CAMPING FEES IN EFFECT STARTING SUMMER 2019. A si…

Juniper Beach was established as a provincial park in 1989. The park protects a representative desert landscape which contains sagebrush, prickly pear cactus and of course, juniper. Part of the landscape includes deep post-glacial deposits and large scale erosion features. It is a convenient overnight camping spot for travellers on Highway 1 and provides access to the Thompson River. Both CNR and CPR railway tracks run by the park and provide an attraction to train-buffs. This park is also a popular base camp for visitors enjoying boating, fishing, photography and touring historic Hat Creek Ranch and Ashcroft Manor, both nearby.

Green Lake Park is made up of 11 sites. Sites with developed facilities include Arrowhead, Blue Spring, Emerald Bay, Little Arrowhead, and Sunset View and are intended for high levels of recreation. Boyd Bay, Black Bear, Buckside Hill, Green Lake Islands, and Nolan Creek are additional sites intended to conserve natural and cultural values and allow lower levels of recreation. The open rangeland and mixed forests of aspen and lodgepole pine found here are typical of the Cariboo’s landscape. Green Lake is one of the larger bodies of water in the southern portion of the Cariboo. The lake is about 14 km long averaging 1.5 km in width with an irregular shoreline of approximately 57 km. The lake has a low flushing rate and together with the chemical composition of the warm shallow waters, cr…

CASH ONLY - Lundbom Lake Recreation Site is a 102 unit campsite, great location for fishing, horseback riding, and camping. The surrounding area also provides excellent mountain biking and ATV/dirtbike riding opportunities on approved trails. <BR><BR> The recreation site is very popular and offers a variety of campsites, both sunny and shady, many of which can accommodate fairly large units. <BR><BR> Corral use has a fee of $2.00 per horse per night. The 14 (double sized) corrals fill quickly, so it is recommended that you arrive early as the use of electric fences and/or high lining is not…

Popular for fishing and hunting, the recreation site has a small number of campsites available. They are suitable for mid sized trailers as the camping sites themselves are quite large. There is also the Roscoe Lake trail that leaves near the boat launch and partially around the west side of Roscoe Lake to a lookout. Another trail leaves the Roscoe Trail and continues further on and over to Knight (Echo) Lake. Both trails are non-motorized.

Paul Lake Park is nestled in a mixed forest of Douglas fir, pine and aspen. Easy access, beautiful scenery, plentiful fishing and a diversity of outdoor recreational activities make Paul Lake a popular destination. The park offers a large campground, a sani-station and an adventure playground. In addition there is a popular day-use area with beach and cartop boat launch, and over seven kilometres of hiking trails. This lovely lakeshore campground is within a 30 minute drive of Kamloops and there are many tourist attractions in the area. Arrive early, as the campground fills up quickly!

A medium-sized site on the east shore of Mabel Lake. Good road access. There is a sandy beach for swimming and boating activities. Boat launch access is best with all wheel or 4 wheel vehicles. <BR><BR> Mabel Lake is located North of Lumby BC. Nestled on the northern edge of the Okanagan, the town's location provides an excellent starting point for outdoor adventures. <BR><BR>Dogs must be under control at all times, and Generator Use is restricted from 9-11am and 6-8pm. Quiet hours are 11pm-7am. Do not hold campsites. There are no reservations, and sites must be occupied for the purpose of …

<BR><BR>East Barriere Lake Recreation Site offers a quiet, family friendly campground with an array of recreational opportunities, particularly watersports. The boat launch, located outside of the gate at the entrance to the recreation site, is the only public launch on the lake - please ensure you act responsibly, do not block access and park trailers appropriately in the adjacent space. Buy a fishing licence, read the regulations and view fish stocking reports <a href=https://www.gofishbc.com/ target=?_blank?>HERE.</a> <BR><BR>Please use the site responsibly. As per the <a href=https://ww…

This large lake provides excellent fishing opportunities, as well as camping opportunities.<BR><BR> A collaboration with the Duteau Creek Watershed/Regional District of North Okanagan allows for the recreational enjoyment of this site. <BR><BR>There are three areas in which to choose from, each offering lake access. Please respect the signage posted regarding the use of the dams adjacent to the recreation site. The three areas have had major works completed in 2018. The sites are larger to accommodate longer trailers and motor units. Steel fire rings and new tables have been added to each s…

Kekuli Bay Park is located off Highway 97, 11km. south of Vernon. The park is situated on a beautiful bay on the west side of Kalamalka Lake, a destination for waterskiing and boating. A newly developed campground has been added to the area which formerly consisted only of a boat launch. Many young shade trees were planted and the grassy areas between the sites are beautifully landscaped. The young trees planted 10 years ago have begun to mature and provide shade and privacy around the sites, especially on the upper loops. There are irrigated grassy areas between the sites full of beautiful trees and shrubs including rose bushes that are in full bloom during the spring. All campsites offer great views of Kalamalka Lake and offer the warmth of the sun in the spring and fall.

All recreation sites in the Kootenay Boundary district are first come first serve, there are NO reservation systems in place. Arlington Lakes is a very popular, picturesque recreation site situated on the southern most lake of the Arlington Lakes chain adjacent to the Kettle Valley Railway grade. The recreation site has three seperate camping areas around the lake for a total of 29 campsites. The sites were completely rebuilt in 2006. A great spot for families and seniors. This site has good access to the Kettle Valley Rail Trail - expect a wide range of surface conditions, from hard packed…

Lassie Lake is an attractive, medium-sized lake with a weedy, shallow shoreline with a few tiny coarse sand beaches. As you first enter the campsite you will find a gravelled boat launch straight ahead of you. The first campsite is located to the right of the boat launch, and the remainder lie further along the access road. The campsites are located in a medium-aged forest with huge veteran larches towering above. This site is very popular and full to capacity for most of the summer, and is also popular with hunters in the fall.

Located at the north end of this long, narrow and deep lake, this small and shady recreation site supports a variety of activities. The most popular being camping, fishing, and power boating. The camping spots are somewhat small so large RV's, fifth wheels and trailers may have difficulty getting into the camping spots.

Situated not far off the Mabel Lake Road, the campground offers the crystal clear waters of the Shuswap River for excellent fishing, swimming, and scuba diving. The salmon run provides an added autumn attraction. Many natural trails lead through the trees and along the river to other beaches and swimming holes. The campsites are located right on the river near a rock pebble beach. <BR><BR>Dogs must be under control at all times, and Generator Use is restricted from 9-11am and 6-8pm. Quiet hours are 11pm-7am. Do not hold campsites. There are no reservations, and sites must be occupied for th…

CASH ONLY - This site has been recently improved (June 2017)to reduce the conflict between public recreationalists and range cattle. The entire camping site is now enclosed with new fencing and cattle guards. A New 36' floating dock has been installed at the boat launch to improve access to the lake and provide additional shoreline fishing opportunities. This wonderful campsite has all sizes of gravelled camping pads so motorhomes to tents can be accommodated and has a great well developed boat launch and parking area. Horse shoe pits are also on site. A great family environment with a 24 -…

The recreation site is a popular location for fishermen, hunters and campers. This semi-treed site is suitable for moderately sized camping units. It has a boat launch and there are hiking trails nearby.

<BR><BR>Lodegpole Lake is a popular lake for rainbow trout fishing. Flyfishing and trolling are the preferred method. Ice fishing is also popular as the road into lodgepole is winter maintained. Buy a fishing licence, read the regulations and view fish stocking reports <a href=https://www.gofishbc.com/ target=?_blank?>HERE.</a> <BR><BR>Please use the site responsibly. As per the <a href=https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/lc/statreg/16_2004? target=?blank?>Forest Recreation Regulations</a>;<BR>Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days per visit.<BR>No reserving or ho…

Taite Creek flows into Lower Arrow Lake. The recreation site is located on the north side of Taite Creek, on the shore of Lower Arrow Lake. It is a great spot to camp while fishing Lower Arrow Lake. During low water, there is a sand and cobble stone beach. The campsites are in a semi-open stand of mature trees. There is lots of opportunity to camp on the beach. The water warms up later in the summer and is quite pleasant for swimming and board sailing. Perennial sweet peas along the shore hint at the old settlements that were here, before the area was flooded by the Hugh Keenleyside Dam. Fo…

This shady site, near the north end of Whatshan Lake, is a good family site with opportunities for boating and fishing. The boat launch provides good access to the lake. Later in the season, the water of Whatshan Lake warms and is very pleasant swimming. There is a pea gravel and sand beach.

Whatshan Lake is a boating and popular fishing lake with more to offer than just big fish. In summer the lake warms up to very pleasant swimming temperature. Stevens Creek is very scenic. Whatshan Peak is directly across the lake and the Pinnacles loom in the distance. Large white pine trees shade level campsites. Some of the sites are clustered together, making them perfect for group camping. There is a day use area for picnicking and enjoying the pea gravel and sand beach.

<BR><BR>Heffley Lake recreation site is very popular and fills up quickly in the summer. There are no reservable campsites, so plan accordingly. Within the boundary of the recreation site, there are 2 camping areas and a public boat launch. The original camping area has 19 sites with four double group camping sites. There is a small cartop boat launching area between campsites 8 and 9. The newer (east) camping area has 11 campsites and is situated away from the lake in a forested setting. <BR>The boat launching area is the largest public boat launch on the lake; however, space is limited. T…

<BR><BR>North Barriere Recreation Site provides for an array of recreation activities. In particular, people come here during the warm summer months for the beach and water activities that the lake offers. The lake is also popular for fishing. Buy a fishing licence, read the regulations and view fish stocking reports <a href=https://www.gofishbc.com/ target=?_blank?>HERE.</a> <BR><B>Group Site</B>: Formerly known as the Girl Guide Camp, located near the recreation site where groups can camp in a communal environment.<BR>Group camping will be managed through the site operator. Reservations m…

<BR><BR>Saskum Lake Recreation Site has a nice sandy beach at the site and is an ideal location for water activities such as canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Buy a fishing licence, read the regulations and view fish stocking reports <a href=https://www.gofishbc.com/ target=?_blank?>HERE.</a> <BR><BR>Please use the site responsibly. As per the <a href=https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/lc/statreg/16_2004? target=?blank?>Forest Recreation Regulations</a>;<BR>Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days per visit.<BR>No reserving or holding of campsites, no unoccupied trai…