# Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

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- **Location:** Wardner, British Columbia, Canada
- **Price:** from CA$59.00/night
- **Rating:** 95% recommend (237 reviews)
- **Sites:** 19
- **Size:** 25 acres
- **Host:** Cornelius M.

## Overview

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.

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I look forward to hosting you!

## Highlights

- **Best all-around: Finalist:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
- **Best in British Columbia: Finalist:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
- **Staff verified:** Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.
- **Creature comforts:** Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
- **Sauna:** A little haven of warmth and relaxation.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Potable water, Toilets, Campfires, Showers, Trash, Cooking equipment, Picnic table, Wifi, Playground
- **RV amenities:** Electricity Hookup, Water Hookup, Generators
- **Activities:** Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Paddling, Wind sports, Off-roading (OHV), Climbing, Snow sports, Swimming, Whitewater paddling, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Beach, Forest, Lake, River, stream, or creek, Swimming hole, Waterfall, Canyon, Mountainous, Field, Suburban, Wetlands, Farm, Ranch

## Sites

- **Murphys Peaceful Cranbrook Campsite** (rv-tent, up to 14 guests, CA$59.00/night)
- **Shangri La Creek side** (rv-tent, up to 4 guests, CA$59.00/night)
- **Premium Creek side** (rv-tent, up to 10 guests, CA$59.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> Very dog friendly. Super nice host. Relaxing and gorgeous spot.
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> - Joan D., November 2, 2026

> Great setup for rooftop tenting and feeling very “backcountry” without having to rough it. The available bathroom and shower are such a great addition to the amazing piece of land Cornelius has made available. Very quiet and serene and surrounded by amazing roads for gravel biking if that’s your thing.
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> - Bryce W., September 6, 2026

> Absolutely beautiful spot, the hosts were great, and our dogs really enjoyed the freedom and playing in the creek. My only concern would be for those with big RVs - we have a 36’ Class A that was a bit challenging to get in and out. As long as people are aware that large units may have challenges (bottoming out, etc) all is well.
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> - Suzanne S., September 5, 2026

> This property is an escape from everything in a beautiful setting. We camped in the meadow with mountain views and a creek for the dog to cool off. You do need 4x4 as the dirt road in can be rough and the climb into the meadow towing a trailer is a sporty adventure. Or you can camp down by the creek. It’s all scenic and the host is friendly and helpful. He lets you use the shower and washroom facilities in the basement of his house. only 20 minutes from Cranbrook.
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> - Susan  C., September 5, 2026

> Cornelius is great and friendly, very accommodating and helpful. Beautiful creek and scenery, good showers and washroom, great swimming hole.Sites are very private and very quiet. We stayed an extra night because we loved it so much. We will be back again!
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> - Nicky H., August 29, 2026