The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Fernie, British Columbia

Looking to go camping near Fernie, British Columbia and want to be close to a river? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 480 options available in the area, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a cosy spot by the water or a more rugged experience, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Glacier Park HipCamp (353 reviews), The Mooseshroom (190 reviews), and ALMOST TO CANADA - FAR NORTH IDAHO (151 reviews) for highly recommended options. Plus, popular facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires make for a comfortable camping experience. And with activities like wind sports, off-roading, and boating nearby, there's no shortage of adventure. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Fernie, British Columbia and want to be close to a river? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 480 options available in the area, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a cosy spot by the water or a more rugged experience, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Glacier Park HipCamp (353 reviews), The Mooseshroom (190 reviews), and ALMOST TO CANADA - FAR NORTH IDAHO (151 reviews) for highly recommended options. Plus, popular facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires make for a comfortable camping experience. And with activities like wind sports, off-roading, and boating nearby, there's no shortage of adventure. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Rocky Mountains Glamping

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65km from Fernie · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · AB

Our beautiful Glamping tents feature

2. Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

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(202)

47km from Fernie · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Cranbrook, BC

I sold a business in Toronto and moved West in 1990 and drove all over North America looking for a new place to settle and raise a family. While camping in the Kootenay's I found this oasis and bought it. I have raised a family living totally off the grid since and love it. The water here is so clean and and the air is so fresh is why I stay. The night sky is so hard to explain it has to be seen to believe. Come check it out and you will agree. Learn more about this land: Enjoy camping on our 25-acre property just outside of Cranbrook, BC! We have multiple spots to choose from. You can camp beside the creek, in an open field, or up high with beautiful views of the valley. It all depends on your preferences and the privacy that you desire. We welcome tent and RV campers. If you're bringing an RV, there are sites that do not require levelling and we can accommodate vehicles up to 75ft in length. Bring your animals - there are a lot of great spaces for them to play! Our yard is equipped for horseback riding with a horse ring and stable. The property is a great step-off point for ATV, dirt bikes, horseback and hiking adventures. Potable water, toilet, picnic table, wifi and showers are available. Pets welcome, campfires permitted. We are a 15-20 minute drive to Cranbrook. As the basecamp of the Kootenay Rockies, Cranbrook has it all - From all the trails one can dream of to multiple award-winning golf courses all within a 20-minute drive out of town, Cranbrook is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR CORRECT DIRECTIONS I look forward to hosting you!

3. Wakita

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(16)

7.6km from Fernie · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Fernie, BC

Wakita encompasses 25 acres of diverse wilderness and clearings. The land was developed in the 70's as an education, arts and health retreat and that history influences its atmosphere today. A small mountain creek meanders past gardens, berry patches, rustic cabins and a stage. The land is peppered with Ancient burned out cedar trunks that stand as a testament to the wildfire that razed the valley and the town of Fernie in the early 1900's. If guests are interested in a tour we will show you our favorites! Since Wakita borders on the wilderness of BC, we ask that our guests exercise common sense when it comes to food and fires. Upon arrival, we will provide information on the use of woodstoves, firepits, composting outhouses (for a-frame and campsites), etc. Wakita is a 15 min drive from all of the amenities and adventure available in beautiful Fernie, BC. Explore further up our road and you will find the trailheads for popular hikes to Mount Hosmer, the Three Sisters and Heiko's trail. Our Hipcamp accommodations consist of our glamping a-frame, an unserviced RV/tenting site and a fully serviced cabin. We look forward to being a part of your Fernie adventure!

4. Thistle Dew in Fernie

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9.4km from Fernie · 1 site · Tent · Fernie, BC

Welcome to Thistle Dew! We are located 10 minutes south of stunning Fernie, British Columbia. We are located about 15 minutes from Hiway 3. Thistle Dew is tucked into the mountains and faces the Lizard range at Fernie Alpine Resort. The campsite is surrounded by beautiful trees, which makes our single tent site feel very tucked away and private. While the sun is shining, hop on your bike or put on your hikers, step out of your tent and you are on the Elk Valley Trail section of the Trans Canada Trail. Or head to the river and cool off. At night, have a fire, lean back and look at the stars. There are very few lights in our neighborhood so the star show is next level. If the timing is right you might even catch The Northern Lights! 4x4 or AWD vehicle needed to access Thistle Dew, the driveway is steep with loose gravel. Thistle Dew is best suited to the self contained tent or Van campers. There is no water or power available. Campfires are permitted when there is no fire ban. Firewood is available for purchase - add as an extra at time of booking. Firewood will be at campsite when you arrive.

Stories from the community

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Jaime

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Really nice property. Perfect spot, had the whole camping area to ourselves. Very nice host, and beautiful property. Long gravel road out to property but we had a small car and still worked well.

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Sam

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Wakita

Very beautiful stay. Craig the host was very helpful and ensured we were comfortable and ready for our time there, even though we arrived after dark. Lovely indoor camp fire, musical instruments, and a very comfortable bed. Definitely would love to go back and would highly recommend.

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Toni

September 2025

18 ft Class C

2 nights at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

I loved everything about this hipcamp. Beautiful and tranquil setting, nice shower and toilet facilities, wonderful host, excellent sauna followed by a cold plunge in the creek. Highly recommend!

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Barbara

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Rocky Mountains Glamping

Second time at Corey’s place. Who needs the calm app when you can camp here ! Tucked in a beautiful meadow down by a creek, a little piece of nature, waiting for you. Thank you Corey for this great spot to spend some downtime at. We will be back again !

Sara

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Wakita

My partner and I had a great time at the A-frame. It was clean and comfortable, we had everything we needed.

Private campsite in the trees overlooking the Elk Valley.

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Andrei

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Thistle Dew in Fernie

The campsite had very nice views of the nearby mountains and was well located near many parks and attractions. You can also see many beautiful stars at night as well as wildlife.

Jane

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rocky Mountains Glamping

We had a great time camping here—everything is spread out, quiet, and casual, right beside a beautiful creek. The big firepit right by the creek was perfect for our group. Looking forward to coming back in the future.

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nicola

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Rocky Mountains Glamping

it was sick, place was clean. bedding was comfy and string lights had such a nice ambiance

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Michael

August 2025

1 night at Wakita

Serene spot with a nice trickling stream going through the back portion providing a beautiful ambience at all times without being too loud. The cabin is cozy and protects well from the elements. The outdoor camp kitchen counter/sink is a nice touch. The shower gets hot on sunny days, as its solar powered. Works great. Ideal for couples or single child family.

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Amanda

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Thistle Dew in Fernie

Stopped for a very quick night at Thistle Dew on our way through. Easy to find. Nice level land to park and set up. Holly provided lovely burning wood for our camp fire. Close to road but not every active.

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Leslie

August 2025

24 ft Class C

1 night at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Cornelius was so friendly and the place is beautiful and well kept. He helped us find the perfect spot for our rig then, offered firewood, informed us of bathroom facilities then left us alone to enjoy. It was perfect.

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mikee

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Loved the campsite! Me and my friends had all of the spaces for us. Washroom is very accessible and big! would fit 2 people in the shower tbh. Everyone had fun for our 2 nights and 3 days stay. Wish could be longer :( Two dogs on the site were very very friendly. Very peaceful place to camp. No pavement going into the site. All in all 10/10

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Kayley

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

This site, and entire property was do wonderful! I would love to come back and camp here for more than a night, and the hosts were the sweetest and super helpful!!

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Elizabeth

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

This is a beautiful piece of land and the host was very kind and generous. Lovely stay if you want to disconnect from the world or just need a place to rest your head like I did.

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Jackie

August 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Absolutely beautiful and worth the short drive. The hosts were very nice and friendly. Extremely accommodating. We will come back for sure.

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Blake

August 2025

45 ft travel trailer

5 nights at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Great host with great accommodations. Very quiet & private with beautiful views. We even had a couple of bars on our cellular with AT&T

Had our own fire put as well along with the communal one!

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Alli

August 2025

37 ft fifth wheel

Group trip

5 nights at Rocky Mountains Glamping

Use two families loved this spot! Its great for a big group! We loved the back woods, private feel. The creek is amazing to sit in on the sunny days, so close you can hear the stream from our campers! We bought fire wood and there was lots there which was so handy. The porta-potty was kept clean as well! It was great to how power hook ups and pottable water. We had two big trailers (toyhaulers), which were a little sketchy to drive in on the dirt road because its so narrow, windy and downhill but it is definitely doable just something to keep in mind. No service in the site but you can drive 5min back down the road to get some and you can also purchase wifi. Overall a great site for 5 days to relax and be with nature! We had so much fun and would definitely come back!

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Alli

August 2025

39 ft toy hauler

Group trip

5 nights at Rocky Mountains Glamping

Amazing, beautiful site! Us 2 families loved the private, outdoor, back-woods feel! The creek was so nice for a sunny day, so close you can hear it from the trailers. Both of us had big trailers (toy-haulers) it was a bit sketchy to get in on the dirt road but we made it in! No service but can drive 5min back down the road to get some or you can buy wifi! There are also 2 private fire pits along with the communal one and you can buy a bundle of firewood for $10 and there’s lots there! The port-a-potty was clean! All around loved our time there, very relaxing and fun 5 days!

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Michelle

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Thistle Dew in Fernie

We loved our stay at Thistle Dew! The site is large enough to accommodate everything you'll need with a large firepit overlooking the mountains. Holly was very friendly to chat with and brought over firewood as we needed instead of us having to go into town. We would definitely stay again

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Keira

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Lovely spot just outside of Cranbrook. Big sites, nicely spaced apart. Super fresh free-range eggs available that were so good! Highly recommend the sauna and a cold plunge in the creek. Loved that there is a washroom and shower available. Cornelius was an excellent host and made sure we were comfortable and had what we needed. The dogs Fergus and Murphy were very friendly too. Would definitely stay here again!