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Nathan

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

Lovely spot! Cabin is super clean and was even better than advertised!

Cynthia

October 2025

25 ft Class C

3 nights at Dusty Acres

The spot was just fine. Lots of area to walk around and see the river and the hobby farm animals.

Alber

October 2025

1 night at Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

The cabin was cute and cozy, with a warm indoor stove to keep the place warm. Lots of space with one mains bed and two small beds up top. We were there in October and we had the area to ourselves which was great, but it seemed the camping spot and Teepee were quite close to the cabin.

Justin

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

The cabin was nice and cozy. Comfortable bed. Darcy was very kind and helpful. The german shepherd loves to be pet 😁

karan

October 2025

Group trip

1 night at Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

Loved the all over experience this place has to offer. Everything was just great.

Trevor

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Northyards Cider Co.

beautiful property,great views and close to all amenities!

The field that must be crossed to get to the walk-in sites.

Naomi

October 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to A piece of the salmon valley

We were a group of 6 in 2 camper vans and a truck tent and the site by the gazebo was great. We enjoyed the views and got to wake up to horses grazing in the pasture. There was lots of space, it was flat, and there was a campfire ring right there. Good group camping spot. Ken was also so friendly and helpful. Such a great host. Charlie (the dog) came to visit as well, so we got to enjoy his company each day too. Would definitely stay here again!

Jennifer

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

So cute the cabin was very clean and safe Great hosts Amazing nature

Nik

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

Better than advertise. The Kevin was new and clean. The wood stove kept us very warm and toasty. The firepit was well stocked with cedar cut offs . Hot pool was extremely relaxing and had a great vibe. We added a canoe to our trip and fished Gardom Lake. Excellent experience, we'll be back !

Jessica Sarah

October 2025

13 ft travel trailer

1 night at Northyards Cider Co.

What a fun place to camp, especially if you love cider! Easy check in at the cidery (not sure how checkin works if you arrive after it’s closed). Would definitely come back! Fun camping beside a field of sunflowers! Only draw back is you to hear the hwy but the orchard camping is fab!

Antoine

October 2025

1 night at Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

We loved the place. Super relax and the spa was amazing. Everything, housing and amenities, was extremely clean. Thanks for having us !

Charlene

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Northyards Cider Co.

Exactly as described. Sites are spaced well apart, easy instructions to check in and out. Bit noisier than expected just due to the highway being so close, but otherwise delightful. Animals to say hi to, and even corn hole for if youre bored

Simona

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Osprey Acres

Great place, Shauna and her husband were so nice! Can’t wait to go back in the spring when the creek is going to be full. Thanks for having us!

christa

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pink Pumpkin Farm

This is our 4 th visit to pink pumpkin. Such a peaceful spot, love visiting the animals, but still so close to town. We will be back next year!

Annabel

September 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Osprey Acres

I loved camping at Osprey Acres - the property is stunning and Shauna was so helpful and friendly. She gave us loads of tips for the local area and beyond and we loved the walks, the wonderful set up and seeing all the animals. Felt like a little slice of paradise

Priska

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

I enjoyed my stay in this beautiful clean cabin. It is very practical.

Wes

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Pink Pumpkin Farm

Really enjoyed ourselves at Pink Pumpkin. Nice site, easy to back into with our 26' stem to stern travel trailer. Power and water- very peaceful. Host is very good in getting back to you if you have a question. Had a great looking buck come up to our window on our last morning.

September 2025

With pets

4 nights at SkyRidge Lookout

Wow, what a beautiful, tranquil spot this is. The trailer has everything you need for a comfortable stay, inside and out, with several different chill out area options. The views of the lake are just gorgeous, from sunrise to sunset, and the stars at night were incredible. Being dog friendly was the icing on the cake! Quiet dirt roads were great for walks. I honestly should have booked for longer. Already looking forward to our next stay. Brock is a great host. :)

Callum

September 2025

30 ft Class B

1 night at Northyards Cider Co.

Lovely spot. Lovely owners. Lovely sleep. Lovely cider!

Sebastien

September 2025

24 ft Class C

With kids

1 night at Northyards Cider Co.

Honestly, we loved this place. So much privacy, such beautiful surroundings. Would definitely recommend it for a few days.

Top-rated campgrounds

Deep Creek Cabin And Tents

99%

(94)

64km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Enderby, BC

This rustic cabin and Indigenous tipi are located in a quiet rural area. It is a 1 minute walk from the parking area through the cedar trees. The cozy cabin has a queen bed and a loft with 2 single beds. The hand painted tipi has 2 queen beds and 4 single beds. The property also features a hot tub. Outdoor hot shower and outhouse. Outside running water. Fire pit. BBQ. Hear the birds in morning. Enjoy the view at noon. Stargazing at night. We are five minutes from the Gardom lake beach. You can enjoy kayaking , canoeing, fishing, and swimming.

Grandview Acres

96%

(178)

22km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Kamloops, BC

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!

Salmon Arm Camping Resort

90%

(5)

63km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 12 sites · Lodging · Salmon Arm, BC

Salmon Arm Camping Resort is a family-oriented campground in the beautiful Shuswap, BC. Lots of great on-site amenities and events, + Shuswap Lake and mountains close by providing the perfect setting for a memorable vacation. Whether you are only one person or a family, we are here to make your stay an enjoyable occasion.

Triple Three Acres

100%

(1)

58km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV · Tappen, BC

Submerse yourself among the hills, trees and sunset. Our property has something for everyone - for the hiker, the biker, horseback rider, to star gazer. We have 50 acres for you to roam with 3 established camping sites for the get-away camper. Bring your truck and camping gear and settle by a fire with miles to gaze at. Our sites are perfect for tenting, a camper truck or camper van. **Our roads cannot accommodate RV's or 5th wheels**

Holmwood Farm

93%

(107)

20km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Kamloops, BC

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 not far away. Located 30 minutes from Kamloops on a paved road. Many options for beautiful private hikes right from your tent or RV. One communal fire pit is available and firewood can be purchased at the main house, or as part of your reservation. A u-pick vegetable garden is available to guests at no additional cost. There is also a small self serve farm store as you come into the property, featuring vegs and pickles grown on farm as well as local eggs, meats, cheese, honey and locally made candl

Wendego Lodge Off-grid & Free Sauna

96%

(12)

38km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 2 sites · Lodging · Kamloops, BC

Welcome to the cabins at Wendego Lodge on Tranquille Lake. Enjoy your 100% off-grid, rustic cabin in the middle of the BC wilderness. You are right on the lake with beautiful views and may see bald eagles, osprey and moose. This is an all-season property: swimming, boating, hiking and quadding in the SUMMER, hunting in the FALL, and ice fishing, snowmobiling (100s of km of trail right from your door) in the WINTER. All year long fish for natural rainbow trout and Kokanee. This is a rustic 100% off-grid experience! There is no electricity in the cabins and cold running water in the summer. SLEEPING: The cabin has two bedrooms separated by curtains from the living space and features: One queenTwo single bunksOne double futon HEATING/COOKING:There is a wood stove for heat and cooking and wood is supplied and cold running water in the summer months. A wood burning BBQ is available for use and a huge upright smoker for your fish haul (bring your own propane cylinder). BATHROOMS: There are no bathrooms in the cabin. Flush toilets and hot showers are available in the wash house steps away in the summer and in the lodge in the other months. ELECTRICITY: The cabins have no electricity. Please bring your own lanterns and flashlights. WATER FUN: The cabin is RIGHT ON THE WATER and in the summer we have dock for jumping off of or launching a boat. We have kayaks, floaties and paddle boards available on a first come first served basis. Boat rental with 6.5 HP motor also available for $99 a day. Ice fishing is excellent in the winter. WE PROVIDE: dishes, cups, mugs, cutlery, cooking pots and some utensils. YOU NEED TO BRING: whatever you need for sleeping (bags or blankets and sheets, pillows), food, drinking water, and personal items such as towels and toiletries. Firewood and water (from the lake) for washing is provided. There is no fridge so you will need to bring a cooler with ice for your perishables. Town is an hour away. CHECK-OUT: Please leave the cabin clean and tidy and pack out all your garbage and left-over food. ACCESS: We are located 50 km down a logging road and we advise access only by 4-wheel drive vehicles although many cars have made it in the summer. In the winter, access is an ice road. Drivable but slippery. We request that you call/email when you hit the gravel road 50 km away so we know when to expect you. You have access to the lodge property, lake, dock, trails, grass area and kayaks/floaties/paddle boards when available. Pets welcome with a $35 per pet per stay fee.

SkyRidge Lookout

100%

(4)

70km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 2 sites · Lodging · Vernon, BC

🍂 Top of the World Retreat — Fall Escape Above the Okanagan Off-Grid Trailer • EcoFlow Solar • 180° Panoramic Views 🔥 Launch Special! Save 15% — discount already applied 12 acres of private mountain land — all to yourself. Fall is the best season up here. Crisp mornings, golden light on the hills, the smell of woodsmoke in the air. Perched high above Okanagan Lake, this fully equipped off-grid trailer retreat gives you the space to breathe, recharge, and savor the season. From Sparkling Hill to Silver Star, the 180° views stretch endlessly — painted with autumn colors by day, glowing with stars by night. This isn’t just camping. It’s your private fall sanctuary. No neighbors. No noise. Just peace. 🛠️ What’s On Site 32-ft off-grid trailer with A/C, heat, and a full kitchen Brand new 10x14 gazebo with lights + cozy seating 8x8 platform with twin soaker tanks (fill + soak) Fire pit with two wooden chairs — perfect for crisp fall sunsets 🌿 Off-Grid, Without Roughing It The EcoFlow solar power system keeps your essentials running silently and sustainably. Use the gas generator when you need extra juice (a full tank runs about 8 hrs) — but most guests find the solar setup more than enough to keep lights, fridge, and devices humming. ✨ Why Guests Love Fall Here Privacy: no neighbors in sight — just you and the mountain Colors & light: fiery sunsets, and crystal-clear skies True off-grid comfort: modern trailer + solar setup Zero light pollution: the Milky Way in full view Unmatched stillness: the kind of quiet you can feel in your chest 🍁 Come unplug, watch the seasons change, and reconnect with what matters. Fall at the Top of the World Retreat is unlike anywhere else — a peaceful mountain hideaway, perched high above the noise.

Northyards Cider Co.

97%

(452)

61km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Salmon Arm, BC

We are a 29 acres orchard located in the heart of the Shuswap in Salmon Arm, B.C. Our property has 6200 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.

Cuddly Cat Farms

94%

(125)

77km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Vernon, BC

Welcome to Cuddly Cat Farms. This property is our dream come true. Located 5 min from the city of Vernon you have fantastic views of our beautiful valley and are surrounded by Apple Orchards. We were the first people to live on this land and have built everything you see since 2017. When we arrived there were no trees on the property and we have planted some in the campsites which are quite small but will one day be large and mighty. Enjoy 20 beautiful acres just 5 minutes out of Vernon. Close proximity to Kal Lake, Swan Lake and Lake Okanagan. Fantastic hiking trails, biking trails, and watersports close by. We currently have 7 dispersed sites. These sites are set up in a ring, each with their own fire pit when there is no fire ban. There are washrooms and showers at our shop just a little hike from the sites. The water is well water and quite soft, but it is potable. The skinny taps in the washrooms do have filtered water There is potable water for washing dishes ( warm and cold) at the taps on the outside of the shop - near the entrance door for the washrooms. We live on the property as well, up on the hill. We want everyone to have a wonderful experience but do also want you to have your privacy. We venture down to the sites periodically to check but do try to stay out of the way. We look forward to hosting you!

Village Hub Farm Forest Camping

95%

(75)

72km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Spallumcheen, BC

Village Hub Farm Campground Located in the north Okanagan 5 minutes from Armstrong and 15 minutes from Vernon. We recently bought this charmingly rustic old farm property and are in the exciting process of bringing it back to life. Our address is 1945 Otter Lake Cross Road, Armstrong. It has a lovely forest area, alongside sprawling fields that are dotted with beautiful wildflowers throughout Spring and Summer. Another delightful feature of our home is a swamp that displays a spectacular array of bird wildlife in the spring and early summer. A bird watcher’s dream! And, if you are lucky, you may even see deer, beaver, bear, coyote, Marmot, or Western Painted Turtle roaming the property, all have been seen on the farm at one time or another, so keep your eyes peeled! We are close to amenities but are far enough out of town to provide a quiet and restful retreat from the hum and drum of every day life. We are popular for family reunions and specialty gatherings such as card or game tournaments. Summer in the Okanagan. Come and enjoy the scenery, fresh peaches, cherries, watermelons, veggies and other locally grown delights when in season. Our campground features include: Four forested sites with fire pits and picnic tables. Fires not permitted during fire bans. Tent or RV (up to 25 feet or so) camping Potable water from utility shed Portable toilet facility (Porta-potty) No power hookups No sani-dump No showers or laundry facilities Firewood available for extra cost but there is a lot of fallen dead wood in the forest area if you want to pick it up. No live tree or branch cutting permitted. Fun things to do nearby: Water Slides – 10 minutes Kal Beach – 25 minutes Tuley Beach on Shuswap River in Enderby - 20 minutes Hiking, road and mountain biking Boating, paddle boarding, swimming Floating down Shuswap River Enderby, Armstrong and Vernon Farmer’s Markets Farm tours, winery tours, bike tours, IPE (Interior Provincial Exhibition), Armstrong MetalFest, classic car exhibitions and more. Fishing Paintball And so much more Pets are welcome but must be on a leash, and under control at all time. Drugs and marijuana strictly prohibited on the property at all times. No fireworks.

Whispering Pines near Mara Lake

95%

(31)

76km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Mara, BC

Whispering Pines (whisperingpinesrv.com) is a RV community with 100 sites on 12 acres. In the heart of the Shuswap, Whispering Pines is quintessential BC, surrounded by willow , cedar tree and our mature walnut tree with a beautiful creek flowing along side the campground. It has a large heated pool and is a 3-minute drive from Mara Lake. In operation since 1965, the campground has generations of families returning each year. There are events on the weekend, live music, good trucks and activities for children. And, that's all on site. Step out and explore the surrounding areas for BC adventures too.

Herman Lake Wilderness Campground

98%

(24)

70km from Paul Lake Provincial Park · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Eagle Bay, BC

Explore and enjoy outdoor family recreation opportunities in the heart of the Shuswap highland peninsula at Herman Lake. This small serene mountain lake has a unique ecosystem for woodland & wetland adventure, and is excellent for swimming, birding, botany, belly boating, canoeing, paddle boarding and wildlife viewing. Come be inspired by nature! You can paint a picture of the distant glaciers, see beavers, ducks, birds, turtles, our mascot Dino "Herman," and maybe even a moose! Enjoy unobstructed star gazing, there are no city lights here, just the glow of the thriving Photinus ardens Fireflies. Take the time, step back and relax at Herman Lake Wilderness Campground which is privately owned and family operated. *Located 10 mins from Shannon beach on Shuswap Lake*

The best camping in Paul Lake Provincial Park, BC guide

Overview

About

Less than a 30-minute drive from Kamloops in the BC Interior is Paul Lake Provincial Park. Seven kilometres of hiking trails lead to the steep summit of Gibraltar Rock with lovely views of Paul Lake below and Harper Mountain beyond. The park’s sole campground isn’t far from the 400-metre stretch of sandy beach on Paul Lake, which offers a nice spot for swimming, paddling, fishing for rainbow trout, and motorboating.

Tips for snagging a campsite

The Paul Lake Provincial Park campground opens in mid-May and remains open for reserved camping until the Labour Day long weekend. For the remainder of September the campground is open for first-come, first-served camping.
Of the 90 vehicle-accessible campsites, 47 are reservable in advance and the rest remain first-come, first-served. To make a reservation, book online on BC Parks’ Discover Camping website.
The campground opens at 7am daily. For a first-come, first-served site, get there early.

When to go

After September, the campground closes to all but self-contained campers, who can stay for free and without services in the day-use area until the end of October or when snow keeps vehicles from getting through. Weekends (especially long ones) are very popular, and it’s slightly quieter during the week. Remember that the region can get very hot in the peak of summer, when tent camping may be a little less comfortable. Spring and fall are generally less crowded and bring mild weather.

Know before you go

The park’s campground is not wheelchair accessible.
The dense Douglas fir forests are beautiful but prone to wildfires. Ensure you follow the guidelines for campfires, including any limited fire hours or fire bans.
Discounted rates are available for BC seniors in fall and spring.

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