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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
The
South Okanagan/Penticton Region Health Department has
issued a year-round 'boil water' advisory.
Park
Info:
Nestled in the tall cottonwoods and riverside thickets
along Okanagan River, the park protects a few hectares
of this rapidly diminishing habitat. It also provides
a welcome retreat from the Okanagan sun. It is the perfect
spot for the more rustic camper and those who like to
experience a more natural setting. Campsites sit in the
shade of large trees, and it's a short trail to the cool
river, where you can carry your canoe for an afternoon
of exploring or fishing. Recreation opportunities include
camping and natural value appreciation, bird and wildlife
watching.
Park
Size: 21
hectares
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management
Planning Information
- Online
Management planning information for this park is not available
at this time.
Location:
6
km north of Oliver on Hwy 97. The closest communities,
towns and cities are Okanagan Falls and Oliver.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
- There
are no digital maps or brochures for this park.
- Location
Map
Nature
& Culture:
- History - The park was
established 16 March, 1956.
- Conservation - This small park
plays a very significant conservation role in protecting the red
listed antelope brush, old growth cottonwood and Red three-awn grass.
- Wildlife - Bird watching is good in the park and the thickets are well known for the black-headed grosbeak, northern oriole and warbling vireo. The red listed Yellow breasted chat is also found in the park as well as the blue listed Lewis' woodpecker.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Visitor
Safety:
Visitor
Safety Information (park
safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
Reservations:For
parks that accept reservations,
all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover
Camping.
Reservations
are not accepted at this park, all campsites are on a first-come,
first-served basis. For parks that accept reservations or
information on the reservation service, click
here.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
E-mail address: info@campokanagan.com
Phone: (250) 548-0076
Please specify PARK NAME when sending message.
For Employment Opportunities,
contact Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
Phone: 250 548-0076
Click here to view a non-government web link, for additional information.
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This
park offers 7 small vehicle accessible campsites
on a first-come, first-served basis. The park
is
open year round with services offered from March
28 to October 12. The sites are enclosed
by thickets of rose bushes that provide excellent
privacy. The
sites are not appropriate for 5th wheel trailers
and other large RVs. There is a self-registration
vault where campers can deposit their camping
fee
if staff is not present. The nearest store is the
gas station on Hwy 97 just north of the turnoff
to the park. Oliver is only 6 km from the park.
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $10.00 per party / night
BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only): $5.00
per senior's couple/night
Hours
of Operation - All dates are subject
to change without notice |
Opening
and Closing Campground Dates: (campground
is accessible but may not offer full services
such as water, security, etc.)
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Mar
28 - Oct 12, 2008 approx
(gates locked
during off-season) |
| Campground
Dates with Full Services and Fees: |
Mar
28 - Oct 12, 2008 approx |
| Campground
Reservable Dates: |
Not
applicable |
| Total
Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: |
7 |
| Number
of Reservable Campsites, if applicable:
(all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
Not
applicable |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. |
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No
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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No
day-use or picnic facilities.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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A
hand pump is available in the park.
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This
park has 2 pit toilets - no flush toilets. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park. |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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Short
trails lead from the campground to a short section of
the dike on the Okanagan River. It is a scenic walk
along the river amidst old growth cottonwood trees with
plenty of opportunities for bird watching. For further
hiking, visitors must leave the park and drive to the
other side of the river where the dike runs all the
way to Osoyoos.
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This
park does not have a playground. |
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No
swimming.
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There
are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
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This
park does not have a boat launch.
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There
is no fishing on the Okanagan River from McIntyre Dam
to the drop structure
1 km north of Osoyoos Lake from Oct 1- Nov 15.
Anyone
fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash at all times and are not
allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible
for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.Backcountry
areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to
wildlife issues and the potential for problems with
bears. |
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There is no viewing platform but Inkaneep is a wonderful spot for bird
watching with its healthy riparian vegetation.
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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No
hunting in the park. |
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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