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Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
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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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Cept Ranch
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Andrew
October 2025
24 ft Class C
1 night at Cept Ranch
Quiet, rustic and a great fire pit, Worthy of a respectful campfire. We drive a 25' motorhome to the site. About 20 minutes each way over some primitive roads, but we found it worth it. I understand that Justin has owned the property for a little over a year and I have no doubt there will be improvements season after season.
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Cept Ranch
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Amy
October 2025
29 ft travel trailer
4 nights at Cept Ranch
This is a really amazing property and Justin is a very welcoming host. We really enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to booking again.
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Wakita
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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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Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
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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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Cept Ranch
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matt
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
2 nights at Cept Ranch
Beautiful, secluded sites. Amazing views and the hosts were extremely helpful and friendly.
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Wakita
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Daniel
September 2025
23 ft pop-up camper
With kids
1 night at Wakita
Serene. Private. Beautiful. Well cared for property and very kind and helpful hosts. We will stay here again for sure.
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Sunset
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Catherine
September 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
4 nights at Cept Ranch
Our time at Cept Ranch was wonderful, it is so quiet, beautiful views, the lake was wonderful. The ride in is a bit rough, but totally doable. If you enjoy being off grid, this place is fabulous. The host Justin was very accommodating and super great to deal with.
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Wakita
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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.
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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.
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Cept Ranch
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Douglas
August 2025
24 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Cept Ranch
Exceptional place! Julian is great. We had a beautiful spot. The weather was perfect. The lake is gorgeous. The views are amazing and it is so quiet. It was really a wonderful day.
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Wakita
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Len
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Wakita
Recommended! 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 Big space for group camping
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Wakita
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Susan
August 2025
24 ft travel trailer
2 nights at Wakita
Pretty forest gem close to Fernie. Five minutes from easy hike to Fairy Creek Falls.
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Wakita
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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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Private campsite in the trees overlooking the Elk Valley.
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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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Larger lake
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Starr
August 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
3 nights at Cept Ranch
Beautiful, private site with lots of land to explore and an amazing view! Plenty of shaded areas throughout the day and the smaller pond is great for the dog to swim (if you’re ok with muddy legs)! The panoramic photo in the review is of the larger lake. Our stay was quiet and peaceful. The cattle stayed a decent distance from camp. We got a bit lost but the hosts were friendly and communicative! They met us and drove us into our site. The roads are a bit rough so take it slow like they recommend. Bonus: Wasa Provincial is a short drive away with a sani dump, water fill, and you pass through a transfer station on the way into the property.
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Wakita
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Jessie May
August 2025
19 ft campervan
1 night at Wakita
We loved our HipCamp stay. Such a peaceful place to camp.
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Wakita
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Jessie May
August 2025
19 ft campervan
1 night at Wakita
We absolutely loved spending a night at this HipCamp site. So quiet, relaxing and beautiful.
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Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
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GAIL
August 2025
15 ft campervan
1 night at Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
Make sure you enter on Gold Creek Road. Great people and restful place. I would recommend this if your in the area. Look for the large Murphy sign and your there.
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Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
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Sophie
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
Beautiful, peaceful property! Arriving was easy and Murphy helped us pick the perfect spot along the creek. Highly recommend
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  • Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
  • Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch
  • Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

Murphy's Gold Creek Ranch

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(202)
21km from Wardner Provincial Park · 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!
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CA$39
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  • Wakita
  • Wakita
  • Wakita

Wakita

100%
(16)
33km from Wardner Provincial Park · 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!
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CA$50
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  • View from the campsite overlooking the trans-Canada bike path.
  • A great stop if you want to venture to hiking trails around Fernie.
  • View from the campsite overlooking the trans-Canada bike path.

Thistle Dew in Fernie

94%
(33)
29km from Wardner Provincial Park · 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.
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CA$32
 / night
  • Cept Ranch
  • Cept Ranch
  • Cept Ranch

Cept Ranch

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(13)
40km from Wardner Provincial Park · 5 sites · RVs · Kimberley, BC
Take a look at the mountain view site to show you what you can expect from a finished site. 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. We’ll mow the sites before your arrival and do our best to keep things clean and comfortable. 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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CA$40
 / night
  • Cows Travelling the Meadow Creek
  • Rural Camping with a View
  • Cows Travelling the Meadow Creek

Rural Camping with a View

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66km from Wardner Provincial Park · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Kitchener, BC
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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CA$30
 / night
  • Elk Ridge Guest Ranch
  • Elk Ridge Guest Ranch
  • Elk Ridge Guest Ranch

Elk Ridge Guest Ranch

89%
(9)
12km from Wardner Provincial Park · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Jaffray, BC
We are offering camping for the 2025 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. 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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CA$48
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The best camping in Wardner Provincial Park, BC guide

Overview

About

Embark on an adventure through Wardner Provincial Park, a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. Traverse its lush trails, gaze upon serene lakes, and immerse yourself in the vibrant wildlife that calls this park home. While the park beckons hikers and birdwatchers, it also offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking to reconnect with nature's quiet beauty.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Wardner Provincial Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and the park is in full bloom. Conversely, the off-peak season, particularly from November to March, can present challenges with colder temperatures and limited access due to snow.

Know before you go

  • Ensure you're prepared for wildlife encounters by reviewing safety guidelines.
  • Check the park's official website for any seasonal closures or alerts.
  • Accessibility varies across the park; some areas may not be suitable for all visitors.
  • Facilities are available, but it's wise to confirm their status before your trip.
  • Remember to pack out your trash, keeping the park pristine for all to enjoy.
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