Camping near Kamloops, British Columbia

Set at the confluence of two rivers and three major highways, Kamloops is a jumping-off point for backcountry adventures and winding RV outings.

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Holmwood Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Kamloops, Thompson Nicola
A beautiful farm with wide open views of pastures and livestock grazing peacefully. The dry camping spots are located next to a creek w access to water fill up if needed at main house at the main house not far away. Located 30 minutes from Kamloops on a paved road. Many options for beautiful private hikes right from your tent or RV.
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Grandview Acres

10 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Kamloops, Thompson Nicola
Learn more about this land:If you are looking for a place to get away from it all, explore the great outdoors and enjoy some quality family time, this is the place. Come and explore 200 beautiful acres! Located only 15 minutes away from Kamloops, BC. Our property is situated in an ideal location for accessing both the city and the wilderness.We have 10 campsites available for both tent and RV/trailer campers. We provide a washroom, showers, picnic table, and potable water. We also have a convenience store on site. We look forward to hosting you!
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Mullin ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Kamloops, Thompson Nicola
Directions: please type Inspire Horsemanship into Google directions. Do not gps address or use Apple Maps. Pitch your tent or settle with your RV/trailer amongst the nature of our ranch. The horses close by, mountain views, the sounds of the creek and the wildlife at night. We are in moose territory so if you’re up early enough, you are likely to see them crossing the meadows. If you're bringing an RV/trailer, we can accommodate vehicles up to 45ft in length and the sites are flat. No hookups are available at this time. Amenities include a toilet, potable water, picnic table, and wifi. Campfires are permitted. Pets are welcome. Book yourself a horse ride to explore the trails on our property. Golf course, swimming lakes, fishing lakes and plenty of hiking trails nearby. We look forward to hosting you!
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Northyards Cider Co.

5 sites · RVs29 acres · Salmon Arm, Columbia Shuswap
We are a 29 acres orchard located in the heart of the Shuswap in Salmon Arm, B.C. Our property has 6500 apple trees with 32 different varietals. From these we make incredible cider which is available in the tasting room onsite! It's a perfect pairing of camping plus enjoying everything the property has to offer.
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Funny Duck's Family Farm

3 sites · Tents20 acres · Kamloops, Thompson Nicola
We are a working hobby farm with livestock, crops and an orchard. Expect a free-range chicken or two and maybe a wake-up call from our rooster. The site also has a picnic area and some kids play equipment including climbing frame and sea-saw. You can choose between flat and sloped camping areas. Once settled the site is 20+ acres before backing on to crown land. Excellent hiking (uphill!) right from your tent. This rural site has no 'local' amenities, but the vineyard and cider makers is nearby. Down the road in Westsyde there is the pool, shops and pubs. Miles of hiking and biking. 1-2 km to Jamieson Creek FSR and off-roading.
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Wild Valley Farmz Camping & Events

14 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Salmon Arm, Thompson Nicola
Welcome to our off-grid oasis! Perfect for your solo or family camping trips, group gatherings, private weddings, and horse events. ABOUT OUR SITES: Open and expansive, our camping sites are located on a fenced, 1-acre field with mountain and farm views around you. You can feel relaxed and at home while staying with us as we can accommodate any size of RV or travel trailer, even if you’re towing your travel car, horse trailer, or boat. Don’t stress about turning around! We have lots of extra room to turn around, back up, or pull through our sites with your rig. Our sites are designed for self-contained RV units (dry camping) No washrooms. Enjoy the farm life taking place around you as our free-range chickens roam and our cows and horses graze in our green pastures. A short walk brings you to our private creek where you can relax and enjoy a picnic. Did someone say pony rides? At Wild Valley Farmz you will have the opportunity to experience what it is like to live on a farm! From pony rides to farm tours and egg collecting, we would love to share some of our knowledge and animals with you during your stay. We have farm-raised meat (chicken, beef, pork, and lamb), farm-fresh eggs, and seasonal veggies hand-picked from our garden available for purchase upon your arrival. Looking to cool off from the summer heat? We have paddle boards, canoes, and kayaks for rent too! Take your personal or rented water equipment to one of our nearby lakes must transport on you 'er own or walk down to our private small creek for a dip.( no boats in creek to small) Make sure to contact us to book in advance for our pony rides, rentals, and firewood or keep some cash on hand! NEARBY AMENITIES: Lake and boating access: Phillips,fishing,paddle boarding. Skimikin (with horse trails and ATV) and Pillar Lakes are only 5 minutes away. Take your small boat, paddle board, or kayak to one of these nearby lakes. Little Shuswap Lake and the Village of Chase are only 10-15 minutes away for larger boat adventures. Wineries: • Celista Estates Winery • Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery • Recline Ridge Vineyards & Winery Golf: • Sunshore Golf Course • Talking Rock Golf Course • Shuswap Lake Estates Restaurants: • The Railside Restaurant • U-Thi Sushi & Grill • Quaaout Lodge Spa: • Quaaout Lodge and Spa More options within a 10-minute drive: • Grocery store • Water park • Skate park • Beach park • Sani Dump PLEASE NOTE: • Check-ins are welcome between 12 pm - 8 pm, NO check-ins past 9 pm • Check-out by 11 am • One RV unit (family household) per booking • Well-behaved dogs welcome (NO livestock guardian dogs and NO aggressive dogs) Dogs must be on a leash at all times and stay in camping area only. • NO fires or open flames when a fire ban is in effect • NO cell service • NO water or power hookups *NO washrooms DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR A UNIQUE BOOKING REQUEST? Contact us today to discuss your request. We look forward to hosting you and your family!
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Highland House Ranch BnB

1 site · RV25 acres · Logan Lake, Thompson Nicola
Rustic Ranch Oasis in a rural setting that offers a quiet getaway surrounded by Lakes, Mountains and forests . A perfect starting point for any outdoor enthusiast regardless of your choice of outdoor adventures. ORV trails, hiking, biking, fishing, golfing, and outdoor trails steps from our ranch. Horse camp/lessons/pony rides also available with a Licenses Certified Equestrian Coach with Equine Canada on site
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7 Sparks Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent160 acres · Kamloops, Thompson Nicola
Wonderfully private! Come give our land some love as it recovers from the 2021 Sparks Lake forest fire. Acres and acres to hike, mountain bike and quad. Surrounded by crown land there is no lack of space to explore. Many lakes near by. Wildlife galore! There are wild flowers and plants so come forage and explore. Disconnect from the business of city life! A beautiful creek flows right by the campsite, dip your feet in. You can go for walks or nap under the Aspens! We are one hour outside of Kamloops on a gravel road. It is a public road that is well maintained. Google maps may show coming to our property from Savona but the easiest drive is from Kamloops. Head to the Kamloops airport then follow Tranquille Criss Creek Road. Detailed directions available after booking!
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Bella River Acres

3 sites · Tents40 acres · Thompson Nicola
Indulge in an off-grid glamping nature experience exquisitely settled along the Salmon River in Westwold, British Columbia. We offer several theme inspired accommodations: We offer 3 x Luxury 6m Stargazer Tents All sites are privately nestled on the Bella River Acres property. Escape and head for the hills for an unforgettable glamping retreat! Hike along guided trials, explore several look outpoints for breathe taking forest mountain views. Keep an eye out of local wildlife. Enjoy adventure and explore local lakes (Douglas, Monte, Salmon, Rush, Chapperon), canoe, swim, mountain bike, horseback ride and much more. We also host several weekend retreats/programs throughout the year in wellness, music, and nature. Stay tuned for our events!
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Okanagan Glamping Co.

6 sites · Lodging6 acres · Vernon, Central Okanagan
We offer furnished nightly canvas tent glamping on a forested hillside overlooking Okanagan Lake just 45 minutes from downtown Kelowna. We believe that authentic outdoor experiences and comfort can go hand-in-hand. We ♥️ canvas tents and comfy beds, two chairs and a view, s’mores and campfire stories.Come experience a better way to camp ✨⛺️ Our glamping sites feature private firepits where you can unwind with views of Okanagan Lake. Prepare meals at your own private outdoor cooking shelter with cold running water and a built-in propane cooktop. Comfortable furnishings, linens, towels, kitchen essentials, and propane provided. Each tent is equipped with all of the comforts and essentials you need for a restorative weekend away. Less planning + less packing = max relaxing. No set up, no take down. You’ve got better things to do 😌
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Klinker Opal Property

2 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Vernon, North Okanagan
The Klinker Opal Property is located in the mountains approximately 40 kilometres by road from Vernon, BC, and is situated at an elevation of about 1500 metres above sea level.All trips to the Klinker Opal Mine leave from a pre-designate site, and you must have your own vehicle. No transportation is provided. Pre-registration is required! Digging trips operate from mid June to mid September weather permitting. The property is readily accessible by most two wheel drive vehicles but parts of the road is very rough. SUV's are best, but any vehicle with reasonable ground clearance will do.There are some 20 kilometres of gravel/dirt logging road to travel and portions of this road are quite steep and rough.Learn more about this land:Welcome to Klinker Opal Mine! We are located in the mountains approximately 40 kilometres by road from Vernon, BC, and situated at an elevation of about 1500 meters above sea level. It takes about 1 hour to access from the meeting location (which will be provided upon booking).Discovered on Thanksgiving Day October 14, 1991, the Klinker deposit is the first commercially operated precious opal deposit in Canada.After digging for opal and agate during the day, set up your campsite, prepare your evening meal, and go for a hike to check out the beautiful views and wildflowers until the sun goes down. Don’t forget to bring your camera!Due to rugged road conditions, your vehicle must have good tires, be reliable and have good road clearance - SUV or Pick-Up, NO Trailers. Some restrictions on size and weight of Vans and truck-mounted campers due to steep grade (return trip is downhill all the way) and limited height clearance.We offer dry camping only and have two campsites to choose from for tents and camper vans! Please make sure to bring your own water and take away your own garbage. Limited outhouse-latrine facilities. Limited small campfires are allowed in approved locations only (possible fire bans). Lights out/quiet time at 10 pm!We look forward to hosting you!
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North Okanagan Camping

15 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Armstrong, Columbia Shuswap
Learn more about this land:Join us on our large property in the North Okanagan region, where we have space for 15 campsites that can hold up to eight people each. From your tent or RV, you can take in views of the surrounding mountains and relax while watching the sunset. Pets are welcome. We’re a great base for exploring area sights such as Okanagan Lake, the Shuswap River, Enderby Cliffs, and more. For those bringing RVs, this property can accommodate vehicle lengths up to 45 feet on mostly grassy surfaces. There are no hookups, and generators are not allowed. Campfires are okay as long as there are no fire restrictions in place. The property does not offer a toilet or other amenities, but it does provide plenty of space, soft grass, and mountain scenery. Popular activities nearby include tubing down the Shuswap River, visiting the only outdoor drive-in movie theatre in British Columbia, hiking at Enderby Cliffs Provincial Park, and driving about 30 minutes south to Vernon to explore Okanagan Lake. Heading north of the property, you can check out local wineries and Shuswap Lake. 
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Camping near Kamloops guide

A First Nations word for “meeting place,” Kamloops eflects its cultural roots in ranching while also embracing newer bounties of hops and ginseng farming. The region is crisscrossed with kilometres of backcountry roads and trails that take campers deep into a wilderness that few international tourists ever see. Much of the land is high, forested plateau while valley bottoms are arid and desert-like. Kamloops is popular among RVers, owing to the somewhat flatter topography and excellent highway system. Campers staying near here have a bounty of campsite options within a two-hour drive, including no less than seven provincial parks.

Where to Go

Shuswap Highlands

Over 200 well-stocked fishing lakes dot the forested Shuswap Highlands surrounding Kamloops. There’s even a particular species known as the Kamloops trout that’s prominent in these waters. Area campgrounds are ideal for RVing, some with full hookups and dump stations or even boat launches.

Wells Gray Provincial Park

This park is ideal for waterfall lovers, with more than a few dozen accessible via park hiking trails. There’s also a nice variety of campgrounds, from lakeside spots perfect for canoeing to backcountry tent sites and group campsites.

Sun Peaks Resort Area

Affordable camping can be found at MacGillivray Lake and Heffley Lake close to Sun Peaks Resort, British Columbia’s second-largest four-season resort.

When to Go

July and August are the area’s warmest months, when it’s nice to camp somewhere near fresh water. Campers visiting in spring and fall should pack a puffy, insulated parka to ward off any nighttime chill—temperature changes can be dramatic.

Know Before You Go

  • Campground reservations at some provincial parks are mandatory, especially on summer weekends.
  • Kamloops has all of the retail and professional services that every camper needs (Wal-Mart, Costco, Canadian Tire).
  • Fire and smoking bans are often in effect during the dry summer months.
  • Campgrounds are busiest during Canadian holiday weekends—Victoria Day in May, Canada Day in July, BC Day in August, and Labour Day in September.

Nearby Attractions

  • Immerse yourself in history and nature when camping near the Othello Tunnels. Known for its breathtaking trails through old railway tunnels and surrounding wilderness, the Othello Tunnels camping experience combines adventure, relaxation, and a touch of mystery for a truly unforgettable outdoor getaway.
  • For a refreshing, serene getaway, camping near Johnson Lake is a must. Plunge into the crystal clear waters and enjoy the unique Johnson Lake camping experience, full of relaxing swims, calming nature trails, and enchanting lakeside picnics.

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