A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
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
Campground 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.)
June 26 - Sept 7, 2009 (gates locked
during off-season)
Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees:
June 26 - Sept 7, 2009
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.
6 km north of Oliver on Hwy 97. The closest communities, towns and cities are Okanagan Falls and Oliver.
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.
Online Management planning information for this park is not available at this time.
Contact Info
Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
E-mail address: info@campokanagan.com
Phone: (250) 548-0076 (This is not a campsite reservations number)
Please specify PARK NAME when sending/leaving a message.
For Employment opportunities, contact Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
For information about Camp Host opportunities, contact Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
Cycling
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
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.
Hiking
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.
Pets on Leash
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.
Wildlife Viewing
There is no viewing platform but Inkaneep is a wonderful spot for bird watching with its healthy riparian vegetation.
Facilities Available At This Park
Campfires
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.
Drinking Water
A hand pump is available in the park.
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park has 2 pit toilets - no flush toilets.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
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 30 to October 31. 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
