The best camping near Ellison Provincial Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Ellison Provincial Park adventure.

At the northeastern end of Okanagan Lake, this park has scenic headlands and sandy beaches.

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Lakeside+ Lakeview Forested Camping

2 sites · Tents10 acres · Kelowna, BC

Welcome to Lakeside+ Lakeview Forested Camping!We are located in Lake Country, BC, with plenty of beautiful wineries nearby and very close to the beautiful Okanagan Lake.Our campsites are a short walk (200m) down to Wood Lake and the Okanagan Rail Trail, a local and tourists' favourite for cycling and walks around the lake, or for touring all the way to Vernon or Kelowna. You can rent E-Bikes or boats for extra excitement. The property is part of a 10-acre cherry orchard. Find farm stands and charming restaurants and some world-class wineries in the area. We have two tent sites to choose from:- Site 1 boasts a large deck for pitching your tent and enjoying the sacred spot under the eagle's nests (requires a 4WD vehicle to access) - Site 2 has lake views from a creekside forested spot. You need a very dependable 4wd to drive directly to site 2 as there is a steep 40m of a dirt drive.

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Cuddly Cat Farms

6 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · 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 Orchard. We were the first people to live on this land and have built everything you see since 2017. 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 have 3 different to choose from listings: 1 serviced site, 3 dispersed non serviced sites, and 1 air-conditioned Yurt with two single beds. Potable water available. Full washrooms and showers are available. . Campfires permitted (unless fireban is in effect). Free Wifi. We are hoping to slowly turn the land into a type of agrotourism with animals, fresh veggies from the garden and a variety of u-pick options. We look forward to hosting you!

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Back Forty Vineyards

2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Peachland, BC

Come camp on a 40-acre parcel backing onto crown land mountains and wake up in front of 10 acres of vineyard and a view of Okanagan Lake! Outhouse on the property and it is a working farm so will likely have various equipment around at times as well as workers at certain times of the year. You’ll likely meet our very friendly and very energetic Bernedoodle, Bernie. If you prefer to keep him out of your campsite just let us know and we can keep him closer. Otherwise, he thinks he has the run of the place! Please check to see if campfires are allowed (live in a high-risk fire zone) and firewood is available with an extra charge. If you need anything to better enjoy your stay, just let us know!Our property is located in Peachland, BC. Positioned midway between Kelowna and Pentiction, it is the perfect location to draw from both population centres and is well-positioned to act as a hub for popular wine and other agri-tourism activities. Peachland is within easy reach of over 200 estate wineries and microbreweries.

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Olich Creek Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Enderby, BC

Come discover our peaceful farm sanctuary located in Ashton Creek, 10 minutes east of Enderby. Experience the famous Shuswap River "float" which is only a 5 minute walk to the Baxter bridge boat launch, park and community hall. The Ashton Creek convenience store and gas station has all your basic camping needs including ATV gas and propane (also a 5 minute walk). Access to hiking trails including a unique water fall nearby. Mabel Lake Resort, boat launch and Golf Club is a short 20 minute drive. Camping at Olich Creek Farm is unique and family friendly. Most of our rescued farm animals roam the property freely and absolutely love human visitors. Families with children will also enjoy the natural play areas the farm offers including a shallow creek and visits with our chickens and ducks. Your dogs or other small pets are permitted in the camping areas only as our herd is terrified of dogs. There is another large area where well-behaved dogs can run off leash. We have one RV site with septic, water and 15 Amp power and can fit a 40 foot unit and numerous U-pick tent sites with water nearby and porta potty.

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Northyards Cider Co.

5 sites · RVs29 acres · Salmon Arm, BC

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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Cidery & Apple Orchard

8 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Lavington, BC

A unique camping experience! A cidery with a tasting room on-site where you can enjoy a flight of our handcrafted cider. Rv sites available. Dispersed tent camping available. Enjoy the apple and cherry orchards or hike up the mountain to the grey canal trail. Access to washrooms and drinking water is available in the cidery building during business hours. Conveniently located right off of highway 6. The gas station, liquor store, and cafe are located within walking distance.

Trinity Vance Creek Camping & Adventure

55 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Lumby, BC

Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of Vance Creek as its rapidly flowing waters ease your mind upon entering our gorgeous treed property at the foothills of the backside of Silverstar Mountain. Spanning 40 acres, our property offers numerous tent sites nestled within forested and open camping areas. From creek-side spots to the upper and lower ridge areas, the ecological reserve, the garden area, and the open meadow, there are various locations to accommodate small groups of tenters amidst nature's embrace. Whether you're seeking a secluded spot for solitude or planning a big family gathering, our old farm can cater to everyone from 1 tent to 100+. In addition to tenting areas, we also provide spaces for travel trailers and RVs. Adjacent to Crown land, our property invites exploration via dirt bikes, quads/ATVs, mountain bikes, or hiking boots, with trails leading out to SilverStar Mountain and nearby lakes such as Mable, Echo, and Sugar. Cool off in pristine Vance Creek or explore the Ecological Trail that adjoins our property. Nearby, you'll discover an abundance of edible berries and mushrooms, adding to the natural allure of the surroundings. For your convenience, a wheelbarrow of firewood is included for the fire pit, and BBQ facilities are available. Enjoy fresh water from the well and make use of the A-frame outhouse. Feel free to bring your pets along; they'll delight in running around the expansive grounds. Additionally, we welcome campers interested in discounted rates in exchange for working on-site.

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Okanagan Glamping Co.

6 sites · Lodging6 acres · Vernon, BC

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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fab cabin

1 site · Lodging11 acres · Kelowna, BC

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Off grid cabin,no running water or power except for 2 from extension cord, can use for lights at night, or coffee pot in morning. Keep in mind their just a port-a potty on outside of cabin. Area under construction but cabin is ready to be used. It’s been Fabricated with 90% of reused material to build it and decorate. Enjoy a propane fire under the stars, or a nice quiet place to stay while enjoying all the outdoor activities Kelowna gives.

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Faded Flannel Farm

2 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Kelowna, BC

We have a 6 acre farm in the hills of Joe Rich. It’s a beautiful combination of open meadow & mature forest, with a seasonal creek & pond. The property is full of many varieties of native plants, flowers and trees. Above the trees you can see the peaks of Little White. You can enjoy hiking on the High Rim Trail nearby or maybe an off road adventure. James Lake is only 11 kms away for some summer kayaking or paddle boarding and Big White is only 1/2 hour away hosting all the winter fun!. Lots of beautiful areas to explore nearby. Our location tends to be 6°-10° cooler than in Kelowna, which is a welcome treat on those warm summer days. There is also, almost always a breeze. We hope you enjoy your stay but if there’s some way we can make your stay better, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

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North Okanagan Camping

15 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Armstrong, BC

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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Village Hub Farm Forest Camping

4 sites · RVs, Tents32 acres · 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. 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. 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 20 feet or so) camping Potable water from utility shed Portable toilet facility No power hookups No sani-dump 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 permitter. Showers are an extra cost of $7 per person per shower (12 years old and above) Fun things to do nearby: Water Slides – 10 minutes Kal Beach – 25 minutes Powerhouse 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 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.

The best camping near Ellison Provincial Park guide

Overview

About

Sheltered by rocky cliffs, the two bays of Ellison Provincial Park have three tranquil beaches and limitless ways to immerse in the waters of long-and-narrow Okanagan Lake: swimming, paddling, water-skiing, boating, fishing, and even scuba diving. The park has western Canada’s only freshwater dive park with sunken artifacts and marine life to explore beneath the lake’s surface. The rocky headlands also offer drier pursuits, including rock climbing the granite cliffs by South Bay and hiking along the promontories to panoramic vistas.

Notable campgrounds

Best for boaters: Mooring buoys at South Bay and north of Otter Bay
Best for dog lovers: The southern end of the campground by Sandy (Pet) Beach, where dogs can also enjoy the pink-hued sand
Best for privacy seekers: The western campsites that back onto the rock cliffs

Tips for snagging a campsite

Reservations during the peak summer season (May to October) are a must via the BC Parks online booking site, Discover Camping.
Reservations open in early spring (and most days in June to August will be booked solid). For non-residents of BC, reservations start July 8.
Reservations can be booked within a two-month rolling window. Any arrival dates further than two months from the date of booking cannot be reserved.
When reservations are not available (outside of May to October) all campsites are first-come, first-served. The campground is walk-in only during the off season.

When to go

Take full advantage of the lake’s warm waters during the summer months when there’s a lively atmosphere of moored boats and a flotilla of pleasure craft. Campground reservations are booked solid from June to September, and the park is also popular for day use, from local boaters anchoring in the sheltered coves to recreational groups participating in guided rock climbing. Despite the hot-and-dry peak season, campsites get plenty of shade under a canopy of mature Douglas fir and ponderosa pine trees.

Know before you go

Reservations can be made for 61 of the campsites through the BC Parks online booking site Discover Camping.
There are 71 vehicle accessible campsites (eight are double sites) but no pull-through sites. RVs may encounter narrow and low-hanging branches.
There is no boat launch in the park, but several are within 10 minutes. Mooring buoys in South Bay and Otter Bay are part of a marine park system sponsored by Okanagan yacht clubs, and houseboats can pull ashore at Sandy Beach (standard park camping fee is charged for overnight use).
In the off-season, a locked gate blocks the access road into the park, but walk-in camping is possible via a steep 300-metre grade to the campsites.
Although not remote, the nearest provisions are a 10-minute drive to Okanagan Landing’s general store. For more services, Vernon is 20 minutes away.