Campground Category: British Columbia Tourism Region – Kootenay Rockies

Tucked in the scenic confluence of Quinn Creek and the Bull River, 40 Mile Camp Recreation Site offers five rustic campsites with tent-friendly access and minimal amenities—think picnic tables, fishing, and water access. Ideal for campers seeking solitude, nature, and a peaceful spot off the beaten path.

Akamina-Kishinena is a remote wilderness park straddling southeast BC and Alberta, featuring backcountry trails, alpine lakes, and glacier-snowfields. Overnight stays are via walk-in backcountry camping; at Akamina Creek there are sawdust tent-pads, an outhouse, and food cache.

Tucked into the southern Okanagan Valley near Osoyoos, the Anarchist Protected Area is a conservation gem where dry-forest ecosystems of ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir dominate. It protects rare wildlife including red- and blue-listed bat, bird and snake species, and serves as winter range for California bighorn sheep. Public access is limited, making it a quiet place for nature appreciation.

Arrow Lakes Provincial Park hugs the shores of Upper Arrow Lake, with four small camp areas including Shelter Bay. Waterfront sites offer spectacular mountain views, boating, swimming, and fishing (kokanee, rainbow). The park supports community-run sites and is serviced by ferry access between Galena Bay and Shelter Bay.

Set along the sparkling shores of Skaha Lake in gorgeous southern British Columbia, Banbury Green RV & Camping Resort blends modern comfort with lakeside charm. Choose from spacious RV sites, tent spots or cozy cabins and enjoy beach time, kayaking, hiking, playground fun and the warm welcome of a resort that’s built for families and outdoor lovers.

Beaver Creek Provincial Park offers 19 tree-lined campsites (no full hookups), a boat launch on the Columbia River, picnic areas, showers, playground, and trails through riverbank grasslands. The park runs May 1 to September 30 and is located about 7 km south of Trail, B.C.

Escape to the mountains at Beaverfoot Lodge near Golden, British Columbia, where you’ll find rustic cabins, covered pioneer wagons and open-field camping in the heart of nature. Hike to nearby waterfalls, enjoy the sweeping forest and river views, and unwind in the wood-fired sauna. It’s a peaceful, back-to-basics adventure set amid genuine wilderness.

Stay at Birch Grove RV Park & Marina along Kootenay Lake’s west arm in British Columbia. With full-hookup RV sites, a waterfront marina, boat rental opportunities, and a beach perfect for relaxing or fishing off the dock, it’s a great choice for campers who want lakeside access and family-friendly amenities.

Blanket Creek Provincial Park lies just 25 km south of Revelstoke and offers 105 vehicle-accessible sites (including doubles), flush toilets, free hot showers, potable water, a sani-station, picnic shelters, a playground, and a swimming lagoon. Trails lead to Sutherland Falls and along the Columbia. It’s a family-friendly, forested lakefront campsite.

Located just outside Grand Forks along the Kettle River corridor, this park protects rare riparian black-cottonwood forest, grassland patches and over 1 km of river frontage. While there are no developed campgrounds or overnight facilities, it’s a special stop for bird-watchers, paddlers, or anyone curious about a 10,000-year-old oxbow formation and tranquil nature.

Just 3 km from downtown Revelstoke, Boulder Mountain Resort invites campers, RVers and glampers into its forested setting with full-service RV sites, well-spaced tent areas and stylish geodesic domes. Between mountain biking, hiking and snowmobiling, unwind by your fire-pit or relaxed in the hot tub after a day of adventure.

Just 4 km west of Greenwood on Highway 3, Boundary Creek Provincial Park offers a small 16-site, first-come, first-served campground beside the creek, with flush toilets, potable water and trout fishing nearby. A convenient overnight stop for road-trippers and nature lovers alike; quiet, accessible and surrounded by forest.