Martha Creek Provincial Park
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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.
Park Info
Great fishing, a wharf, paved boat launch and campsites on the reservoir are four lures that make this park popular with local anglers. The only provincial park on the Revelstoke reservoir, it hosts one of the few sandy beaches in the area and provides playground opportunities including an adventure playground, indoor cook shelter and a large picnic field complete with volleyball net and horseshoe pitch.
With its close proximity to Revelstoke, the park itself adds to
the diversity of tourists 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 Mt Revelstoke.
Park Size: 71 hectares
| Campground Hours of Operation
All dates are subject to change without notice |
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| Opening and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible but may not offer full services such as water, security, etc.) |
May 7 – September 15 Gate is closed during the off-season. |
| Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: | May 7 – September 15 |
| Campground Reservable Dates: | Not applicable |
| Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: | 25 |
| 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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Location
Located in the southern interior of BC, on the western shore of the Revelstoke reservoir, a 15 min drive, 20 km north of Revelstoke on Highway 23.
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Nature & Culture
- History - When planning the reservoir, BC Hydro made a commitment to provide recreational access and opportunities. With the support of BC Hydro the park was built in the late 80’s and established in 1993. Martha Creek takes its name from the creek found in the north end of the park. The park lies in the Ktunaxa/Kinbasket and Okanagan first nation traditional territories.
- Conservation - Martha Creek Park is 71 ha and is situated on an old river terrace, on Lake Revelstoke reservoir. The park has limited conservation values as the site has been highly modified. The south end of the park contains stands of old growth hemlock.
Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the parks natural heritage, please do not damage or remove them. - Wildlife - The park supports a diverse population of small mammals such as squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits and porcupines. A field of grass and wildflowers attracts a large population of hummingbirds. There are plenty of mule deer with moose and caribou occasionally observed.
Park users should always be aware of bears and other wildlife in our park environment. Never feed or approach bears or other wildlife. Please view all wildlife from a distance. - General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
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Map / Brochure
Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
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Contact Info
West Kootenay Park Management Inc.Phone: 250 837-5734
Fax: 250 837-5764
Email for general inquiries: information@westkootenayparks.com
Email for park specific inquiries: marthacreek@westkootenayparks.com
Click here to view the West Kootenay Park Management Inc web link, for additional information.
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Activities Available At This Park
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Canoeing | |
Canoeing and kayaking opportunities are possible but mostly powerboats use the park.
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Fishing | |
Rainbow and bull trout are available. The reservoir is very popular with local anglers. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Check the BC Fishing Regulations Synopsis for restrictions and quotas.
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Hiking | |
There are no formal trails within the park. A 1/2 km trail takes you from the grassy in- field to the beach. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroy plant life and soil structure.
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Pets on Leash | |
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. There is no off leash area in this park. 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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Swimming | |
There is one open, sunny beach that parallels the group of lake view campsites. The beach consists of course sand and pebbles. Cool to refreshing water with a 300m long, flat beach provides excellent swimming and sunbathing opportunities. This is one of the few sandier beaches in the area. Adults can observe their children swimming from their campsite. There is no roped off swimming area. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
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Facilities Available At This Park
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Boat Launch | |
A paved and concrete, singlewide boat launch is located at the southern tip of the park, at the far end of the park entrance road. Overnight parking for vehicles and boat trailers is allowed in the day-use/picnic parking lot. A large wharf accommodating up to 4 boats is available to dock your boat.
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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.
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Drinking Water | |
Cold well water is available for cooking and drinking. Both campers and picnickers share two water taps located at each group of campsites. Taps are shut off during the off-season.
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Picnic Areas | |
This park has two recognized day-use/picnic areas - one on the beach and one closer to the day-use parking area. The one parking lot can accommodate 40 vehicles. Fire pits and barbeque stands are not available.
The beach day-use/picnic area located at the campground road turnaround has 6 picnic tables 20 m back from the shore line. Nearby are an adventure playground, water tap and 2 pit toilets. The beach is course sand and pebbles, 300m long and flat.
The infield day-use/picnic area is by the parking lot 2 min from the beach, and has a closed in shelter, volleyball net and horseshoe pitch. There are 8 tables, 4 in the shelter and 4 in the field. Users share the toilets and water tap located at the beach. The field is maintained and popular for frisbee and other recreational activities.
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Pit or Flush Toilets | |
Two pit toilets are located at the lake view group of campsites. These are shared with the day-users. One pit toilet and a toilet building are at the other group of campsites.
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Playground | |
An adventure playground with swing set, monkey bars, and slide is located at the beach day-use/picnic area. The equipment is set in pea gravel..
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Vehicle Accessible Camping | |
Martha Creek Park has one completely paved campground shaped like an “L”. The first group of sites is by a grassy area mixed with wildflowers that bloom in late July and August. The second group of sites is on the reservoir and has spectacular lake views and beach access. The campground hosts 25 vehicle accessible, small to large, including 10 doubles and 2 pull–through sites. Three of these sites have tent pads. All the sites are evenly spaced, open, sunny and hot with a welcoming afternoon wind. Parking for extra vehicles is available in the day-use parking lot.
The park has services from May to September and offers campsites on a first-come, first-served basis only. Campsite reservations are not accepted. Visitors can pick any site and staff will come to collect fees. A park gate is located at the park entrance. The closest phone and store are in Revelstoke, a 15 min drive south.
The park has services from May to September and offers campsites on a first-come, first-served basis only. Campsite reservations are not accepted. Visitors can pick any site and staff will come to collect fees. A park gate is located at the park entrance. The closest phone and store are in Revelstoke, a 15 min drive south.
Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party
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Wheelchair Access | |
Wheelchair accessible facilities include a flush toilet in the campground toilet building and one designated campsite. All the roads and campsites are paved.
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