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Okanagan

Kettle River

About the Park

Kettle River Recreation Area is one of the largest and most popular destination family campgrounds in the Okanagan – Boundary Region. Located minutes from amenities in Rock Creek, it is only 45 minutes from Osoyoos and 90 minutes from Kelowna. Campers will want to bring their bikes and floaties! This park offers fantastic biking/hiking opportunities and access to the historic Trans Canada Trail network.

In the summer months, campers walk their tubes and floaties to the Kettle River that flows alongside the campground, while others enjoy basking on the sandy beaches and swimming in the river. The iconic Kettle River Trestle at the day-use serves as a beautiful backdrop for park users and is a great photo opportunity! Reservations are strongly recommended during peak season, however last-minute campers may be able to find a spot in July and August. Spring and Fall campers enjoy large, sun-filled sites in a peaceful, pristine setting. Firewood and ice are available for sale at the Host Site. The park is open from April 23rd to September 27th, 2026. 

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Contact

For the most up-to-date park information and advisories:https://bcparks.ca/kettle-river-recreation-area/

Rates

Frontcountry camping – $30/party/night – $43.50/party/night June 15-Sept.7, 2026

Group camping base fee – $120/group site/night
Sani-station – $5/discharge

Facilities

113 campsites, 2 large group sites, public beach and day-use area, playground, bike park, showers, flush toilets, sani-station.

Location

5 km north of Rock Creek on Hwy 33.

Size

179 ha.

Park Amenities


  • Vehicle accessible camping facilities

  • Group campsites

  • Picnic sites

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Toilets

  • Showers

  • Sani-station / dump facilities

  • Campfires allowed

  • Playground

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Swimming

  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Bicycling

  • Winter Recreation
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