For most, Thanksgiving weekend means feasting on turkey and pumpkin pie, followed by a snooze on the couch. But for those that love the outdoors, what better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than enjoying all your favourite holiday treats outdoors? Here’s your vacancy report for the holiday weekend (October 6-9). You’ll find a handful of campgrounds …
Disclaimer: Please note this article was originally published in 2017 and retains original references and terminology from its publication date. Certain landmark names have since been updated or retired. Blog and photos by: Iain Robert Reid Elk Lakes isn’t one of those parks that first comes to mind when one mentions Canada’s Rocky Mountains, however, …
We’re back with another weekend vacancy report. With only two weekends remaining in September – and the chance to reserve in advance – take advantage by booking one of these available spots for September 22-24. You’ll find waterfront campsites along Clearwater River, a cabin at Kikomun Creek, and group campgrounds in many parks across the …
Summer may be coming to an end, but camping doesn’t have to be! Take advantage of cooler temperatures, fall colours and fewer crowds this weekend. To help you get started, we compiled a list of featured campgrounds with available space for the weekend of September 14-16*. Reserve your spot, or find other provincial park vacancies, …
Every year BC Parks selects recipients for annual achievement awards, recognizing people and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to our provincial parks and protected areas. Volunteers were up for nomination in the following four categories: Individual Volunteer Group Volunteer Legacy Community Partners The following individuals and community partners have worked tirelessly, donating their time …
Blog and photos by: Iain Robert Reid History and accessible nature come together at Fintry Provincial Park in the Okanagan region of British Columbia. This is not just a wilderness park with undisturbed nature. In fact, there is a long history of human use in this area by First Nations, Europeans settlers, and more recently …
This past summer BC Parks, in partnership with Camping RV BC Coalition and Fresh Water Fishery Society, launched a fun, new park activity for kids and families called Jerry’s Search and Sketch, the Ultimate Scavenger Quest! If you and your family had fun participating in Jerry’s Search and Sketch, the Ultimate Scavenger Quest, it is …
Thank you everyone for engaging with us on our BC Parks Blog. To ensure strict adherence with the BC Elections Act, as of April 10, 2017, our social media account will be used for items that are statutory in nature or necessary for the health and safety of British Columbians. The writ of election is …
Please reference this list to find out when your favourite BC Parks frontcountry campground is available to book reservations, on a new 4-month rolling reservation window! Reservable campsites are offered to book at 7:00am Pacific time on their release date, and can be booked up to 4 months in advance of your stay. Beginning in …
British Columbians love camping and they are passionate about their parks! Changes to the BC Parks Discover Camping Reservation Service for the 2017 season aim to improve fair access for everyone looking to book a campsite in B.C.’s world class provincial parks. The changes being implemented are in response to concerns raised during the 2016 …