The best camping in Kikomun Creek Provincial Park, BC
Discover Kikomun Creek Park's scenic trails and diverse camping options.
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Kikomun Creek Provincial Park adventure.
Top-rated campsites near Kikomun Creek Provincial Park
Elk Ridge Guest Ranch
1. Elk Ridge Guest Ranch
90%
(10)
15km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
We are offering camping for the Summer season at Elk Ridge Guest Ranch.
During your stay check out the agricultural heritage exhibit on display.
Located in a wildlife corridor, there is also plenty of opportunity to experience nature as the elk and deer graze the fields.
We are conveniently located 3 minutes from the town site with pub, golf course, churches, convenience store & laundromat. We are 5 minutes from Rosen Lake, 10 minutes from Tie Lake, and 20 minutes from the Koocanusa Marina and Baynes Lake Farmers Market.
This is where the Kootenay Lifestyle meets rustic charm!
-Power & water available.
-No Sani-dump, but weekly pumper service is available locally.
-Pets are permitted within reason - please ensure your pet is always on a leash for their protection as well as the protection of our resident pets, livestock and wild animals.
DIRECTIONS: Don’t trust google maps - it will lead you to the wrong driveway. Turn instead at the timber framed Elk Ridge Ventures sign (see cover photo) and drive down the driveway until you see the campsite signs.
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Thistle Dew in Fernie
2. Thistle Dew in Fernie
95%
(39)
26km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 1 site
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 is MANDATORY 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.
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Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
3. Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
95%
(206)
30km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 19 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
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Backroads Terminal
4. Backroads Terminal
99%
(40)
40km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land:
Set in the forest with scenic views of Procter and Hosmer Mountain in the majestic Elk Valley. Hartley Creek, a tributary of the Elk River, can be heard from the various camp locations.
Your access to the property leads you into the backcountry and there are numerous tourist destinations in the area. Hartley Lake, Sulfur Creek, Bull River, and the infamous Heiko's Trail are all nearby. Access biking, hiking, and ATV trails from your campsite.
All this privacy and yet only a short distance to Fernie.
We have a picnic table, potable water, and wifi available. Pets are welcome and campfires are permitted.
There are no washrooms onsite and we only accept self contained campers.
Your perfect mountain getaway!
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Cept Ranch
5. Cept Ranch
97%
(16)
62km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 4 sites
Secluded lot with two lakes and LARGE private sites.
Sick of busy noisy RV parks where you're parked 10' from your neighbour? We're renting large, private RV sites just 15 minutes from Wasa, BC. These are off-grid spots—you’ll need a self-contained RV with a full bathroom and kitchen, as there are no hookups currently available.
Each site is surrounded by trees, offering space, solitude. You won’t be parked 10 feet from your neighbour here.
All sites are lakefront or pond-front, with beautiful views and a truly peaceful atmosphere. One lake has a softer clay bottom, the other is rocky with a silty base—both are fantastic for paddleboarding, and relaxing. We especially love swimming in the rockier one.
The property is still a bit rugged—we’ve just moved here and are looking to generate some revenue to help fund improvements. Firepits and picnic tables are provided at each site.
Please note:
There’s a sani-dump and small shop in Wasa, about 15 minutes away.
The road in is bumpy but fully accessible for 2WD vehicles—just take it slow.
Quiet hours apply—no loud music or parties, and generator use is limited to specific times.
If you’re looking for tranquility, space, and a rustic lakeside experience, we’d love to hear from you.
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Finnish Off-Grid Foothills Cabin
6. Finnish Off-Grid Foothills Cabin
95%
(11)
77km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 1 site
Off-grid experience (solar-powered and rainwater fed) for hikers, skiers or relaxers. This unique Finnish-inspired cabin has stunning views at all hours of the day and rich wildlife as well as Nature experiences in every direction.
Steps away from the back entrance to the new Castle Provincial Park, and adjacent to thousands of acres of beautiful and accessible crown and park land. Many surrounding peaks from which to choose for the hikers and bikers, and two hills 40 minutes away for skiers.
The cabin is situated on 480 acres of land on which there are no other houses, and adjacent to publicly-accessible land that spans thousands of acres. There is wildlife of all kinds and beautiful views right into British-Columbia and Montana.
There is also a firepit :)
This is off-grid but there IS cell phone service :)
DISCLAIMER: please be advised that the cabin situated adjacent to Park and Crown land and wildlife of all sizes frequents the area. We advise that you be bear-aware, proceed with knowledge and carry spray while walking on the property.
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Rocky Mountains Glamping
7. Rocky Mountains Glamping
94%
(231)
80km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our beautiful Glamping tents feature a queen sized bed with bedding and pillows, Power, Potable water, a coffee pot, lamps, accent lighting outside, and a deck with patio chairs. We have a beautiful little creek (not deep enough to swim), but one can wade and cool off.
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The Campgrounds at Mission Hills
8. The Campgrounds at Mission Hills
49km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 43 sites · Tents, RVs
Looking for the perfect basecamp for your next East Kootenay adventure? Trade the cramped, generic RV parks for a spacious retreat nestled right under the beautiful, towering Ponderosa pines. The Campgrounds at Mission Hills in Cranbrook, BC, where we've built the ultimate destination where outdoor relaxation meets non-stop entertainment.
Our Power-Only Campsites are designed with your comfort in mind—offering extra-large sites with plenty of room to stretch out, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and unwind in the shade of our mature pine canopy.
But your campsite is just the beginning. When you stay with us, a world of fun is right outside your RV door.
Whether you’re hitting the links, tracking balls on the range, playing our high-end Mini Golf Course "The Fox's Den" or relaxing on the deck, Mission Hills is the Kootenay oasis you’ve been searching for. Space is limited—book your large power site today and make this summer unforgettable!
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St Marys Stay
9. St Marys Stay
100%
(1)
69km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 1 site
Concrete RV pad in front of our house on a quiet street with full amenities, close to Kimberley Campground. You have the entire 28' x 32' pad to yourself.
Property caretaker has a separate driveway and access.
• 8 minutes to downtown
• Across the road from Kimberley Nature Park
• 5 minutes to Bootleg Mountain biking area
• 2-minute walk to the river
• Close to golfing, biking, and St. Mary Lake
30-amp power, 15-amp power, water, and sewer hookups.
No on-site garbage or recycling.
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Full hookups
Pricidio Equestrian Estates
10. Pricidio Equestrian Estates
71km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 1 site
Rustic and private 6 acre horse stable with park like settings. Beautiful meadows housing friendly social horses, picturesque mountain views, gorgeous sunsets and open sky to view the stars. Wildlife abundent area with easy located on Hwy 3 with easy access to Creston BC, 15min west, Hwy 95 N/S and 20min to US Eastgate border crossing. Dog and horse friendly. Bed & bale options, with private or group turnouts. Equestrian clinics and lessons coming late summer 2026.
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Rural Camping with a View
11. Rural Camping with a View
100%
(6)
72km from Kikomun Creek Provincial Park · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Our Hipcamp sites are located in an 800 acre designated area.The Hipcamper can choose from sites beside a babbling brook, up the mountainside overlooking the valley or various lookout landings. Campsites will be at least 1/4 of a kilometre apart to ensure social distancing. There is an abundance of wildlife from black bears, grizzlies, cats, elk, deer, moose, wild turkeys, bald eagles. This is also a working ranch, so you will occasionally have a visit from some curious cow-calf pairs.Hazel Creek is 2 minutes from the property with lots of good Brook Trout fishing.Pets are welcome, campfires are permitted.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sydnii
1 week ago
18 ft campervan
With pets
Nice quiet spot down a forest road. Easy to access, clear instructions
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Lily
1 week ago
Tent
very nice spot, spacious, very close to a lot of different spots around fernie.
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Kyle
1 week ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
Awesome spot, quiet and good views ! Plenty of space to sit back and take it easy
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Mesa
2 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful place. Not too far from town but away from people.
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Miranda L
2 weeks ago
10 ft campervan
It’s beautiful, quiet and quaint. The fire pit is near the creek….with the over hanging patio lights, fire and sound of the water is its own paradise.
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Dustin
2 weeks ago
10 ft pop-up camper
With pets
This was an awesome spot! Very secluded and great for if you have dogs. The creek was fun to be by and the out house was clean! We will definitely be back!
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sean
2 weeks ago
Tent
It was wonderful spot with a view of the mountain. The host was super friendly and helpful. One great feature was a potable potty right at the sight that was clean.
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Michaela
2 weeks ago
With pets
This place is so cool! We had a great time. A very quiet place and lots to see.
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kris
3 weeks ago
45 ft travel trailer
With kids
A Beautiful, quiet space. The kids loved having the creek nearby. Will be back without a doubt.
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Rob
3 weeks ago
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
The land the sites are on as well as the surrounding area are beautiful. The grounds were well kept and felt secluded thanks to being in a valley surrounded by lots of trees and it was great to fall asleep to the sound of Gladstone Creek every night. All of us were sad to head back to reality, including our dog, at the end of the trip.
Good communication from Corey throughout and met him while we were at site. This location is bookmarked for sure.
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Trina
3 weeks ago
Tent
Clean, well place for adventures in the Fernie area. Holly is lovely and helpful.
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Jane (hubby Terry)
June 2026
16 ft toy hauler
The horses in the field across the driveway were a nice surprise as was the nice visit and snuggles from their cat.
In the evening some came to the field behind us.
The water was from a hand pump which we thought was fun. The electrical worked fine and the port-a-potty was super clean.
We had the entire camping area to ourselves which was nice and quiet.
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Todd
June 2026
10 ft truck camper
Beautiful spot. I enjoyed my one night stay. Will return in the future.
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Katie
June 2026
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
We were in Kimberley for a soccer tournament and this camp site was perfect. Quiet, tidy, and great location. The hosts were super easy to communicate with.
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Jess
June 2026
Tent
This is our second time staying at Thistle Dew, and we love it! It’s so private and peaceful. Holly is a great host and makes sure everything is ready to go when we get there!
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Nikita
June 2026
16 ft car
Justin's land is absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed our campsite so much, it was our favorite of the 3 that we hit that week. Super private, definitely cannot see other campers in the area. The views are gorgeous, a beautiful sunset for our stay, as promised!
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Teghan
June 2026
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Beautiful property right on Creek looking lots of trees, and some tight spaces for vehicles. Bathroom was in the basement of a main house with a private entrance and was so nice.
Host was super friendly.
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melissa
June 2026
Tent
The place was beautiful and had lots of available add on options. The dogs are adorable and love to say but are extremely well behaved.
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Susan
June 2026
Tent
Gorgeous location, cleanest bathroom I have ever seen while camping and the two sweetest dogs for company. Sadly the weather didn't play ball so will just have to come back one day!
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Starr
May 2026
24 ft Class C
Pros:
-Creek running through the property
-Reliable power
-Quiet (but we were also the only ones there)
-Beautiful views and wildlife
-Lots to explore
-Easy location and good directions
-Communicative and friendly host
-Access to the creek from multiple locations
-Lots of trees and vegetation
Cons:
-Sites are close together with very little privacy and fire pits are shared (we weren’t affected by this because none of the other sites were occupied but it may not be great for those seeking seclusion when it’s fully booked)
-Some building materials and debris around campsites
- First come first serve despite selecting a site on the booking
Overall, you can tell the care that is taken with the property, we enjoyed our weekend and would return outside of the busy season.
Thanks for having us.
See moreKikomun Creek Provincial Park camping guide
Overview
About
Embark on an adventure at Kikomun Creek Provincial Park, where the sun-drenched trails lead you through a landscape of Interior Douglas fir and Ponderosa pine. Here, families and friends gather to enjoy the great outdoors, with camping facilities that cater to both the rustic adventurer and those seeking a touch of comfort in the wilderness.
Notable campgrounds
- Kalispell Trail Campground: Offers a rustic camping experience with 30 vehicle-accessible sites nestled amid the park's natural beauty.
- Ponderosa Campground: Features 37 vehicle-accessible sites and 2 cosy cabins, perfect for a serene retreat in the woods.
- Surveyors Campground: Boasts 104 spacious sites for campers seeking a blend of wilderness and convenience.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book early through the BC Parks reservations system to secure your preferred dates.
- Consider visiting during shoulder seasons for better availability and a quieter experience.
- Keep an eye on cancellations to snag a last-minute spot at this popular destination.
- Explore nearby camping options if your desired campground is fully booked.
When to go
The prime time to visit Kikomun Creek Provincial Park is between May and September when the weather is warm and all facilities are open. Off-season visits offer tranquillity but be aware that some services may be unavailable and gates are closed.
Know before you go
- Check for any advisories or park status updates before planning your trip.
- Respect the local wildlife, including the park's painted turtles, by observing from a distance.
- Accessibility information is available for several areas within the park, ensuring an inclusive experience.
- Remember to bring your own bedding and cooking apparatus when renting cabins.
- Prepare for your visit by reviewing the park's rules on campfires, especially during periods of bans or restrictions.
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