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Johnstone Creek

About the Park

Johnstone Creek is a quiet, forested campground just off Highway 3. This park offers relaxation in a beautiful nature setting and is a well-situated roadside stop 35 minutes west of Osoyoos. This campground is 5 minutes from Rock Creek and 10 minutes from Kettle River Recreation Area. Campsites are often available for last-minute campers in peak season. This park is first come, first serve and fees are cash only, self-registration. The park has 38 hectares of mature Douglas fir, larch and spruce trees that provide habitat for woodpeckers. Wildlife viewing opportunities can be observed from the short nature loop hike and lookout trail. The park is open from May 14th to September 20th, 2026.

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Rock Creek, CA
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Contact

For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/johnstone-creek-park/

Rates

Frontcountry camping – $18/party/night

 

Facilities

16 campsites, pit toilets, water hand pump.

Location

5 km west of Rock Creek on Highway 3.

Size

38 ha.

Park Amenities


  • Vehicle accessible camping facilities

  • Pit Toilets

  • Campfires allowed

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Hiking

  • Bicycling
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Nearby Parks

Kettle River

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Conkle Lake

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