Where to Camp in Kelowna: Provincial Parks, Rec Sites, RV Parks, Wilderness Resorts + More
Ready to go camping in Kelowna? You’re gonna love it! There are a lot camping options in the Kelowna area, ranging from super rustic rec sites to full-on glamping. No matter your camping style, there’s somewhere for you to camp and love it!
Below, you’ll find a huuuuge list of camping options around Kelowna. They’re broken down into camping styles — provincial parks, rec sites, Hipcamps, resorts, and RV parks — so that you can easily jump to the camping type you’re most interested in.
There are, of course, many more camping options in the Okanagan. These campgrounds are limited to the Kelowna area, including Peachland, Lake Country, and Oyama (with a few select outliers).
If you want to find camping in the rest of the Okanagan, I can’t recommend Backroad Mapbooks Thompson Okanagan or their online membership enough — it’s an amazing resource for backcountry camping in Canada.
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Please keep in mind that, while I do my best to provide the most up-to-date information, including fees, dates, amenities, and more, there may be a discrepancy between what’s posted here and the campground. Always refer to the official website to confirm details.
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Camping Resources
Before we get into all of the camping options in Kelowna, here are two of my favourite camping resources that will be very helpful to you on your adventures.
Sani-Dump Guide
The availability of sani-dumps throughout the Okanagan varies a lot. If you have an RV, trailer, or van, it’s important to know where you can empty your tanks.
This 1000+ page guide has information about all of the sani-dumps in Canada, including fees, location, open dates, and more. No more searching for where to dump (or wondering if you’ll fit). It’s an extremely useful guide to have in your back pocket!
Backroad Mapbooks
Backroad Mapbooks is one of my absolute favourite resources for finding camping and fun things to do. I use it all the time!
It’s especially useful if you want to find backcountry rec sites, roads, or activities. I honestly had no idea how many rec sites are around Kelowna before I used the maps (hint: there are a shit ton). They have physical maps, GPS information, and online memberships.
For the Kelowna area, grab the Thompson Okanagan edition. There are also maps for the rest of BC and Canada. Seriously, they’re awesome!
Provincial Parks Near Kelowna
Provincial parks in the Okanagan are fairly private (especially compared to most RV parks), well-maintained, and close to cool things to do. The size, privacy, and “nature” of each campground differs quite a lot, so it’s important to research each to know what style of camping is offered at each park.
Below, you’ll find provincial parks within 1.5 hours of Kelowna where you can camp. Provincial parks that don’t have camping, such as Myra-Bellevue and Kalamalka Provincial Parks, aren’t included.
Most (but not all) of the following provincial parks can be booked at BCParks.ca. Some parks have limited or 100% FCFS (first come first served) or RV/trailer warnings.
I highly recommend camping reservations for provincial parks — especially in the summer or long weekends. The Okanagan is usually easier to reserve campsites than the Lower Mainland, but it’s best to book as far in advance as you can. Book online at BCParks.ca up to two months in advance.
PS: Tired of figuring out where the nearest sani-dump is? This 1000+ page guide lists every sani-dump in Canada (and the USA) and is a huge headache-saving resource.
Bear Creek Provincial Park ★
The Bear Creek Provincial Park campground is only 10km (~15mins) from downtown Kelowna. Bear Creek the closest provincial park campground to Kelowna and is very popular.
Bear Creek is a large campground with 143 campsites. The campsites are large and well spaced with varying levels of privacy, tree cover, and shade. Throughout the park, there are plenty of large, mature trees and underbrush.
The campground and day-use area are on the shores on Okanagan Lake. You can easily enjoy the beach, swimming, kayaking, and paddling boarding. There’s even a rental shop on-site during the summer. Across the road, there’s a beautiful waterfall and hiking trails.
| Price | $35 – $45/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 100% reservable after mid-May • FCFS before mid-May |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Pull-through, back-in, gravel + paved pads • Partial hookups (water + 30/50 amp electrical) • Campfire rings + picnic tables |
| Park Details | • 143 campsites + overflow • Bathrooms + showers • Day-use area with beach + rentals • Drinkable water • Sani-dump (find all local sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | Westside Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Bear Creek Waterfall Canyon Rim Trail |
Darke Lake Provincial Park
Located in the hills behind Summerland, Darke Lake Provincial Park is rustic and off-the-beaten-path. It’s about an hour from Kelowna and down 16km of bumpy forest service roads; it’s not recommended for big RVs or trailers.
Darke Lake Provincial Park is a semi-maintained park with five rustic, undesignated campsites. The campsites are first-come, first served, open year-round, and completely unserviced. There’s no potable water, but there are pit toilets and campfire rings.
You can enjoy trout and ice fishing, kayaking or paddle boarding, hunting, horseback riding, biking, skating, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing — if you bring the gear.
| Price | Unknown, likely free |
| Reservations | Not reservable, 100% FCFS |
| Best For | Tents + Backpacking |
| Site Details | • Unmaintained • Campfire rings • Surrounded by mature Douglas fir and old growth cottonwood |
| Park Details | • ~5 undesignated campsites • One pit toilet • No drinkable water • User maintained |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Address | Darke Lake Provincial Park, Peachland, British Columbia |
| Nearby Activities | Eneas Lakes Provincial Park |
Eneas Lakes Provincial Park
Eneas Lakes Provincial Park is located in the hills behind Peachland. It’s a beautiful area, but very remote and difficult to reach. Access to the park is via a rough, deactivated, overgrown, and unmaintained gravel service road. Only 4x4s should attempt this route; a chainsaw is recommended.
There are several undeveloped and walk-in campsites that have no facilities or amenities at Eneas Lakes. There are also two small cabins on the north end of Tush Lake.
All camping areas are first-come, first served and open-round. Very few people visit, so those that do have little trouble getting a campsite.
Only visit Eneas Lakes Provincial Park if you’re well versed in backcountry travel and have the correct gear.
| Price | Unknown, likely free |
| Reservations | Not reservable, 100% FCFS |
| Best For | Tents + Backpacking |
| Site Details | • Unmaintained + undesignated • Two cabins |
| Park Details | • Four level, undeveloped campgrounds • No facilities or amenities • Difficult to access |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Address | Eneas Lakes Provincial Park, Peachland, British Columbia |
| Nearby Activities | Darke Lake Provincial Park |
Ellison Provincial Park ★
The picturesque Ellison Provincial Park is located on the northeastern shores of Okanagan Lake and is one hour from Kelowna. The park is popular for camping, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, biking, climbing, and even diving.
Ellison Provincial Park campground is nestled above Okanagan Lake in a sparse forest. There’s lots of space between sites and plenty of undergrowth. The mature Douglas firs and Ponderosa pine provide shade.
Ellison Provincial Park is busy during the summer and long weekends. Reservations are highly recommended, but there are 10 FCFS sites available.
| Price | $32/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 61 reservable • 10 FCFS |
| Best For | Tents, Trailers, RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Private and semi-shaded |
| Park Details | • 71 campsites • Bathrooms + showers • Day-use area with two beaches + dog beach • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | Ellison Park Rd, Vernon, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Ellison Hiking Trails |
Fintry Provincial Park ★
Sitting on the northwestern shores of Okanagan Lake, Fintry Provincial Park is 40 minutes from Kelowna and is a great place to camp. It’s right on the lake and has over 2 km of waterfront. There are also historic sites and waterfalls to explore in the park.
The campsites at Fintry Provincial Park vary a lot. Loop A has wonderful views of the lake, plenty of trees and shade, but little underbrush between sites. Loops B, C, and D have fewer trees (some sites have no shade), but there’s more privacy thanks to the underbrush.
Since it’s so close to Kelowna, people often take day hikes Fintry Falls, the on-site waterfall.
| Price | $32/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 104 reservable • 52 FCFS |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Varying privacy + shade |
| Park Details | • 158 campsites • Bathrooms + showers • Drinkable water • Two sani-dump (find more sani-dumps) • Small beaches + historical sites |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | Fintry Delta Rd, Vernon, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Fintry Falls + historical buildings Bear Creek hiking trails |
Inkaneep Provincial Park
Inkaneep Provincial Park is a small campground just outside of Oliver near the International Hike & Bike Trail. It’s 1 hour, 20 minutes from Kelowna.
All seven of Inkaneep Provincial Park’s campsites are first-come first served with few amenities. The sites are small and aren’t recommended for RVs or trailers. Inkaneep Provincial Park is near Okanagan River and short trails connect the campground with the river.
| Price | $18/night |
| Reservations | 100% FCFS |
| Best For | Tents + Car Camping |
| Site Details | • Small sites • Not suitable for RVs or trailers • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Rose bushes provide privacy |
| Park Details | • 7 campsites • Bathrooms + no showers • Drinkable water, but sometimes boil water advisory • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 584-9025 [email protected] |
| Address | 109 Campsite Rd, Oliver, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Kekuli Bay Provincial Park ★
Kekuli Bay Provincial Park is 40 minutes from Kelowna and 15 minutes from Vernon. The terraced campground sits on the hills overlooking Kalamalka Lake and offers amazing views of the striking turquoise lake.
The campground is near Highway 97, but surprisingly traffic noise isn’t a huge issue. Most sites are quite private thanks to nearby trees, but these trees provide varying levels of shade. Campsites can get hot in the summer, but luckily the lake and a small beach aren’t far!
You can enjoying boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and a small beach at Kekuli Bay. This is a great campground if you want to enjoy at Kal Lake has to offer!
| Price | $32 – $40/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 73 reservable • FCFS varies, check BCParks.ca |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers, RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups (except for four 15/30 amp sites in the parking lot) • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Varying privacy + shade |
| Park Details | • 73 campsites, 8 walk-in + overflow • Bathrooms + showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • Boat launch, playground + beach |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | 328 Okanagan Hwy, Vernon, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park
Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park is a beautiful campground located 1 hour 15 minutes from Kelowna, just off the Coquihalla Connector. High in the mountains, it features a stunning turquoise clear lake that’s popular for kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, and fishing.
The road is entirely paved and easy to access, which makes this provincial park extremely busy with day users. Campsites are very spread out, but vary in shade and privacy; some campsites are right on the lake!
| Price | $18/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 25 reservable • 33 FCFS |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers, short RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites (8 pull-through) • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Varying privacy + shade |
| Park Details | • 58 campsites • Bathrooms + no showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park |
Mabel Lake Provincial Park ★
Not to be confused with Mabel Lake Resort, Mabel Lake Provincial Park is accessed via Lumby and is 1 hour 45 minutes from downtown Kelowna. It consists of three campground loops and is level with the lake.
Campsites are large, very private, and shaded. There’s no cell service, which makes Mabel Lake a great campground for connecting with nature. You can enjoy hiking, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, and swimming.
| Price | $23/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | 100% reservable |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites (one pull-through) • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Lots of privacy |
| Park Details | • 114 campsites • Bathrooms + no showers • Drinkable water • Sani-dump, $5 fee (find nearby sani-dumps) • Day-use, playground, boat launch + beach • Bring cash for FCFS |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | 3638 Lumby-Mabel Lake Rd, Lumby, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Cascade Falls |
Okanagan Lake North Provincial Park ★
Okanagan Lake Provincial Park is divided into two campgrounds: the North and South. Both are just off Highway 97 between Kelowna and Summerland.
Okanagan Lake North Provincial Park is the largest and most scenic of the two campgrounds. The terraced campground has large, private, and shaded sites. Some even have a view of the lake through the trees!
Please be aware that the walk from the campgrounds to the lake is fairly steep. You can enjoy hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming here.
| Price | $35/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | • 100% reservable |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Plenty of privacy + shade • Terraced sites overlooking Okanagan Lake |
| Park Details | • 80 campsites • Bathrooms + showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • Day-use + beach |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | Okanagan Lake Provincial Park, Peachland, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Okanagan Lake South Provincial Park
Located just down the road from the North campground, the Okanagan Lake South Provincial Park campground is very different from its counterpart. This campground is 30 minutes from Kelowna.
The Okanagan Lake South Provincial Park campground is at lake level and very flat. Sites are small, tight, and have next-to-no privacy — there are a few exceptions, but not many. Generally, sites farther away from the lake are nicer. Thankfully, there are lots of trees for shade.
| Price | $13* – 35/night + $6 reservation fee/night *Winter camping |
| Reservations | • 94 reservable • 2 FCFS |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Little privacy |
| Park Details | • 96 campsites (8 walk-in) • Bathrooms + showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • Day-use, playground, ampitheatre + beach |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Address | BC-97, Summerland, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park
Camping at Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park is mainly wilderness and marine camping which require you to either backpack or boat in. However, you can also camp at the South parking lot where there’s room for two tents.
Okanagan Mountain is located on the eastern side of Kelowna. It’s a huge provincial park that offers amazing hiking and backcountry camping. Views of Okanagan Lake are spectacular!
In 2003, a huge wildfire burned much of the mountain which has produced many hazards. For the most part, hazards along the main trails have been reduced and it’s best to keep to the main trails to avoid danger.
| Price | $13/night |
| Best For | Tents, Backpacking + Marine Camping |
| Baker Lake | • Pit toilets + fire rings |
| Divide Lake | • Pit toilets + fire rings • Old cabin, user maintained |
| Marine Campsites | • Buchan Bay, Commando Bay, Goode’s Creek, Van Hyce Beach, Reluctant Dragon Cove, Halfway Bay, + Halfway Point • Lakeside camping • Campfire rings • Uninhabited boats aren’t allowed to moor |
| South “Campground” | • Free • Parking lot • Outhouse, picnic tables + campfire rings |
| Park Details | • Undesignated # of campsites • Wilderness + marine camping |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | (250) 766-7972 [email protected] |
| Nearby Activities | Johns Family Conservancy Bertram Creek Regional Park Rattlesnake Island |
sx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ Provincial Park (Okanagan Falls)
sx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ Provincial Park is located in Okanagan Falls, just off Highway 97 and 1 hour from Kelowna. It’s a small campground nestled on the shores of a small, but quick canal.
The campsites are large with plenty of large, mature trees and space, but little privacy. Wildlife are often spotted and a small hiking trail runs alongside the canal with an interpretive sign about the the fishery, both past and present.
| Price | $25/night + $6 reservation fee/night |
| Reservations | 100% reservable |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Limited privacy |
| Park Details | • 31 campsites • Bathrooms + no showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | [email protected] (250) 497-5423 |
| Address | Green Lake Rd, Okanagan Falls, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Trepanier Provincial Park
Trepanier Provincial Park is a semi-remote park located along Highway 97C just outside of West Kelowna. The park protects Trepanier Creek and offers hiking, fishing, mountain biking, and hunting. Roads in are rough shape and require a high-clearance vehicle.
There are two user-maintained campsites: one at the south end of Lacoma Lake and aother at the ex-rec site at Cameron Lake. Wilderness camping is also allowed.
| Price | Free |
| Reservations | 100% FCFS |
| Best For | Tents + Backcountry |
| Site Details | • User-maintained |
| Park Details | • 2 designated campsites • Wilderness camping allowed |
| Pets | Allowed |
Vaseux Lake Provincial Park
Vaseux Lake Provincial Park has a small, 100% first-come first served campground that’s 1 hour from Kelowna. It’s wedged between Highway 97 and the lake; in fact, most of the campsites are right on Vaseux Lake! Highway noise can be an issue.
Most of the campsites are fairly large and private, but some are separated only by grassy areas. Vaseux Lake is a beautiful area for kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, canoeing, swimming, and enjoying wildlife.
| Price | $11* – 18/night *Winter camping |
| Reservations | 100% FCFS |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Small Trailers + Small RVs |
| Site Details | • Back-in, gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Limited privacy |
| Park Details | • 12 campsites • Cash only • Bathrooms + no showers • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (not on beach or in buildings) |
| Contact | [email protected] (250) 584-9025 |
| Address | 3227 Okanagan Hwy, Okanagan Falls, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Vaseux Lake Bird Observatory |
Want to find more provincial parks where you can camp? Use Backroad Mapbooks! I use these guides all the time to find new things to do and places to camp. Grab the Thompson Okanagan edition for campgrounds in the north and south Okanagan (including free camping).
Recreation Sites Near Kelowna
There are a lot of recreation sites in the Kelowna area. If you want to explore the Okanagan’s backcountry, truly escape the city, and enjoy the serenity of nature, camping at recreation sites is the way to go.
Rec sites are off-the-beaten path, semi-maintained forestry and recreation areas. They’re rustic and provide very few amenities — usually only pit toilets and picnic tables.
Access is often via narrow, bumpy, semi-maintained forest roads. Below, you’ll find approximate driving time from Kelowna, but it may take you longer to reach the rec sites depending on road conditions and your vehicle’s capabilities.
Rec camping sites are first-come first served (and often free) which make them great options if you can’t get a reservation elsewhere. Most rec sites only have a few campsites, but because they’re not very accessible, they’re nowhere as busy as other camping in the area.
Most people aren’t aware of how many rec sites there are in Kelowna (and the Okanagan) — spoiler, there are A LOT!
If you want to find even more rec sites and cool places to camp, I highly recommend getting the Backroad Mapbooks Thompson Okanagan or joining their online membership. I used BRMB to find most of these rec sites, plus more that aren’t included here (it was getting long so I cut a few).
PS: Tired of figuring out where the nearest sani-dump is? This 1000+ page guide lists every sani-dump in Canada (and the USA) and is a huge headache-saving resource.
Aileen Lake Recreation Site
Aileen Lake recreation site is located deep in the hills east of Oyama, approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Kelowna. The small fishing lake is one of many lakes in the area and there’s even a small boat launch. Trout are the most common species here.
Access to Aileen Lake rec site is very poor and you need a 4×4 with high clearance to navigate the rough forest roads and roadside water bars. There are two rustic campsites, one picnic table, and one outhouse.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 2 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing |
Bear Creek OHV Recreation Site
Bear Creek OHV Recreation Site is located in the hills behind Bear Creek Provincial Park, approximately 30 minutes from Kelowna. This area is maintained by the Okanagan Trail Rider’s Association and is mainly used by motorized off-road vehicles such as ATVs and dirt bikes.
There are three campgrounds here: Bear Creek OHV Area, Aspen, and Burke. Between the three, there are 76 campsites. The Bear Creek OHV is a rustic rec site campground with limited amenities. Aspen and Burke are more developed (no hookups) and can accommodate RVs and trailers.
| Price | $15/night |
| Park Details | • Bear Creek OHV: 38 FCFS campsites • Aspen: 29 campsites • Burke: 9 campsites • Picnic tables, campfire rings + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, ATVing, dirt biking |
Brenda Lake Recreation Site
Brenda Lake Recreation Site is located west of Peachland, just off Highway 97C. The rec site is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from Kelowna. The access road is bumpy, but is doable for most small to mid-sized rigs.
There are four rustic campsites right next to Brenda Lake where you can enjoy beautiful views of the lake and a thick forest. The peaceful lake is stocked with rainbow trout and you can fish, kayak, paddle board, and canoe.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 4 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Browne Lake Recreation Site
Browne Lake Recreation Site is located deep in the mountains near the Kelowna Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Club. This camping area is roughly 1 hour outside Kelowna.
The five rustic campsites are spaced around a large open space next to the lake. It’s a wonderful, private place to go fly fishing or enjoy water activities like kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 5 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Fishing, camping, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing |
Chute Lake Recreation Site
Chute Lake Recreation Site is located near the Chute Lake Lodge on the outer edge of Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park. The four rustic campsites are shaded and set among the forest.
You can access the park by driving from Naramata (the road is in decent shape, but drive slowly) or from Kelowna via Gillard Forest Service Road (rough, full of potholes).
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 4 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, hiking the Kettle Valley Railway, cycling, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Damer Lake Recreation Site
Damer Lake Rec Site is located in the hills east of Oyama, about an hour outside of Kelowna. Access is via the Oyama Forest Service Road, which is busy and rough.
The campsites are fairly large and sit right next to the lake. Damer Lake is a water supply, so the water level fluctauates a lot throughout the year. Check out the Oyama Lookout and the High Rim Trail while you’re in the area.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 3 FCFS campsites • Boat launch + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, hiking |
Dee Lake Recreation Site
Dee Lake Recreation Site sits high in the mountains northeast of Kelowna. The Dee Lake Wilderness Resort is nearby.
Dee Lake Rec Site has one rustic, treed camping area that’s not clearly defined. There are no facilities at this wilderness campsite, but you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing.
**Don’t use Google Maps, adds an extra 2.5hrs. Take Beaver Lake Road from Lake Country for ~25km.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 1 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, kayking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Doreen Lake Recreation Site
When comparing rec sites, Doreen Lake Recreation Site is pretty big with 10 rustic campsites. In fact, people often bring their mid-sized trailers up the rough road to camp here.
Doreen Lake is a beautiful, small lake that’s part of a larger network of lakes in the Okanagan backcountry. Fly fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding are popular activities here.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 10 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Camping, fly fishing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding |
Evely Recreation Site
Evely Recreation Site is a large rec campground located on the western shores of Okanagan Lake, just off Westside Road. Unlike most rec sites near Kelowna, Evely is extremely accessible — which also means it’s busier than most rec sites.
Evely Rec Site has tent and RV sites right on Okanagan Lake. There are a few outhouses, but no garbage bins or drinkable water.
| Price | $15/night |
| Park Details | • 50 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, hiking, kayaking, boating, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Flyfish Lake #1 + #2 Rec Sites
Flyfish Lakes #1 and #2 are in the mountains above Oyama, about 1 hour from Kelowna. They’re fly-fishing only lakes and are both stocked with trout. Between the two rec sites, there are seven, very rustic campsites. The access road is rough.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 7 campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Camping, fly fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Headwater Lakes Recreation Site
Headwater Lakes Rec Site is located in the mountains west of Peachland (not to be confused with the nearby Headwaters Family Camp). It’s a small, rustic campsite on the shores of a small mountain lake.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 7 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Fishing, camping, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Hydraulic Lake Recreation Site
Hydraulic Lake Rec Site is accessible to more people than most of the other rec sites in the Kelowna area. It’s located off Highway 33, just past the Big White turn-off, and the gravel road is in good condition.
Sites are well spaced, but there’s not a lot of shade or privacy between sites. Hydraulic Lake itself is a great place to go kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing, and boating.
| Price | $15/night |
| Park Details | • 25 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Biking or hiking the KVR, camping, water activities |
Ideal Lake Recreation Site
Ideal Lake has 7 free, wilderness campsites on the shores of a gorgeous lake. The recreation site is about an hour from Kelowna, high in the hills around Joe Rich. It’s a great fishing area for families.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 7 campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, camping |
Island Lake Recreation Site
Island Lake Rec Site is one hour from Kelowna, located in the hills above Oyama. Unlike most rec sites near Kelowna, this campground has a nightly fee and is maintained by park staff. Sites are large and well kept. It’s a beautiful, quiet area to enjoy nature.
| Price | $15/night |
| Park Details | • 34 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
James Lake Recreation Site
There are 10 free wilderness campsites at James Lake Rec Site; many of them are right on the lake! James Lake is 45 minutes from Kelowna via forest service roads, bring vehicles with high clearance. Reception is spotty.
These campsites are best for tents, vans, or car camping. The lake is great for water sports such as canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 10 campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding |
Macdonald Lake Recreation Site
Located in the mountains to the west of Peachland and just off Highway 97C, Macdonald Lake Recreation Site is a small, backcountry campground with limited facilities and private campsites. It’s a popular spot for fishermen.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 3 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, water sports |
McCulloch Reservoir Recreation Site
McCulloch Reservoir Recreation Site is an accessible backcountry camping area just off Highway 33 near the Hydraulic Lake Rec Site. The KVR is nearby, making this a great place to hike, bike, kayak, canoe, and paddle board.
Campsites are fairly private and some are located right on the lake. ATVs and dirt bikes are known to frequent the area.
| Price | $15/night |
| Park Details | • 33 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, ATVing, dirt biking |
Moore (Bullman) Lake Recreation Site
Moore (Bullman) Lake Rec Site has four free rustic campsites. The recreation site is 1 hour from Kelowna near the Beaver Lake Lodge. Access is via forest service roads; ensure your vehicle has good clearance and can handy bumpy roads.
These campsites are best for tents, vans, or car camping.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 4 campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
Oyama Lake Recreation Site
Oyama Lake Rec Site is a small, wild camping area near the Oyama Lake Eco Lodge. It’s 1 hour from Kelowna in the mountains near Lake Country.
The 5 FCFS sites are small and a little awkward, which makes these campsites best for tents, vans, or car camping. The forest road is bumpy, so ensure your vehicle has high clearance.
Oyama Lake is popular for kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, and fishing. It’s a beautiful area for enjoying nature and escaping Kelowna’s crowds.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 5 campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilets |
Peachland Lake Recreation Site
The Peachland Lake Rec Site is located in the mountains west of Peachland. The camping area is quite barren, similar to a large gravel parking lot. It is, however, right next to the lake.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 8 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Camping, fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing |
Postill Lake Recreation Site
Postill Lake is a popular backcountry spot for Kelowna locals. The road to the rec site is rough and sometimes washed out; you need a vehicle with 4WD and high clearance to get here.
The rec site is located just down the road from a private lodge. The sites are airly private and close to the lake where you can go fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. Find a detailed article about visiting Postil Lake here.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 5 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
Silver Lake Recreation Site
Silver Lake Recreation Site, despite being just off Highway 97C (the Okanagan Connector), requires a bumpy drive in on forest service roads. Make sure your vehicle can handle rough roads!
Silver Lake Rec site a small, peaceful camping area with very limited facilities. Down the road is Silver Lake Camp, a kid’s summer camp.
| Price | Free |
| Park Details | • 6 FCFS campsites • Boat launch, picnic tables + pit toilet |
| Activities | Water sports, camping, fishing |
HipCamp + Private Campgrounds Near Kelowna (Not RV Parks)
There are a few private campgrounds and Hipcamps near Kelowna. They all offer very different (and great!) outdoor experiences, ranging from rustic camping to glamping.
Hipcamps are basically the Airbnb/VRBO of the camping world — pretty cool hey? Hipcamp availability change often, so it never hurts to check back to see what’s available. You can even save $10 with this discount code.
Back Forty Vineyards ★
Back Forty Vineyards is available through HipCamp ($10 discount code). Located on a 40-acre working-farm that backs onto Crown land, you can enjoy peaceful views of the mountains and lake, as well as 10-acres of vineyard.
Back Forty Vineyards is located in Peachland, roughly 25 minutes from Kelowna. It’s an extremely private, beautiful camping area that’s surrounded by nature.
| Price | $40/night (save $10) |
| Best For | Tents, Campervans, Trailers + RVs |
| Site Details | • Gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings + picnic tables • Very private |
| Park Details | • 2 campsites • Outhouse • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | Daryn on HipCamp |
| Address | Exact address unknown until booked. Near Peachland |
| Nearby Activities | Hardy Falls Pincushion Mountain |
Fluffy Bunny Farms Camping
Similar to Airbnb but for camping, Fluffy Bunny Farms Camping is available through HipCamp ($10 discount code). The family-run farm has three private campsites located on a peaceful, 6-acres property near Bear Creek Provincial Park, only 15 minutes from Kelowna.
Sites are far from one-another but there’s not a lot of tree or bush cover between sites (there are lots of trees, though!). Fluffy Bunny Farms Camping is a great place to relax and enjoy nature!
| Price | $60/night (save $10) |
| Best For | Campervans, Trailers + RVs (must be self-contained) |
| Site Details | • Gravel sites • No hookups • Campfire rings • Limited privacy, but well spaced-sites |
| Park Details | • 3 campsites • No bathrooms + cold shower • Wifi • Drinkable water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | Tammy on HipCamp |
| Address | Exact address unknown until booked. Near Bear Creek Provincial Park |
| Nearby Activities | Bear Creek Provincial Park Fintry Provincial Park Broken Rail Ranch Trail Rides |
Lakeside + Lakeview Forested Camping ★
Located in the hills east of Oyama and overlooking Wood Lake, Lakeside + Lakeview Forest Camping has two extremely private, beautiful camping areas. There’s even a stunning tenting platform with stunning views of the lake.
The campsites are part of a 10-acre cherry orchard and require a 4WD vehicles to access. If your vehicle isn’t up to the task, the hosts have a wagon you can use to carry your gear down. The campsites are near Wood Lake, so you can easily enjoy the water and nearby Rail Trail.
| Price | $40/night (save $10) |
| Best For | Campervans + Tents |
| Site Details | • Gravel sites • Extremely private + beautiful views of Wood Lake |
| Park Details | • 2 campsites • No bathrooms or shower • Drinkable water |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | Tarynn P. on HipCamp |
| Address | Check in at 13350 Broadwater Road |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Oyama Lookout Kaloya Regional Park |
Wilderness Resorts Near Kelowna
Don’t feel like totally roughing it? Luckily, no matter your camping style, there’s something for everyone in Kelowna!
These wilderness resorts blend varying creature comforts with natural charm. All of the following wilderness resorts are highly rated and loved by guests, so you can’t go wrong.
The wilderness resorts are located in the Okanagan’s backcountry, so it’s important your vehicle is able to navigate forest roads. However, most of these roads are in good repair (unlike some of the rec site access roads).
Beaver Lake Mountain Resort ★
Hidden in the mountains northeast of Kelowna, Beaver Lake Mountain Resort is a relaxed and family run wilderness retreat set on a spectacular lake.
Enjoy creature comforts like flush toilets and hot showers mixed with fishing, mountain biking, and a plethora of water activities like kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. You can also visit a petting zoo and enjoy wellness treatments!
| Price | $39 – $210/night |
| Site Types | Campsites, lodge suite, cabins |
| Campsite Details | • Campsites are large, treed, and private • Campfire rings + picnic tablets |
| Park Details | • 5 campsites, 22 cabins, 2 lodge suites • Bathrooms, showers + wifi • Playground, convenience store, tackle shop, playground + petting zoo • No hookups • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • Wellness treatments, Finnish sauna + massage on-site |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | beaverlakeresort.com (250) 762-2225 [email protected] |
| Address | 6350 Beaver Lake Road, Lake Country, BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Dee Lake Wilderness Resort ★
Located deep in the Okanagan backcountry, Dee Lake Wilderness Resort is a beautiful place to reconnect with yourself and nature. The campsites are large, treed, and private and the cabins, cottages, and lodges are rustic with stunning views of the lake.
There’s plenty to do here, including hiking, exploring, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing.
| Price | $25 – $205/night |
| Site Types | Tents, RVs, cabins + lodge |
| Campsite Details | • Campsites are large, treed, and private • Campfire rings + picnic tablets |
| Park Details | • 7 campsites, 11 cabins, 6 cottages, 2 lodges • Bathrooms, showers + wifi • No drinking water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • No cell service |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | deelakeresort.ca (778) 721-0259 – no reservations by phone [email protected] |
| Address | 10250 Dee Lake Road, Lake Country, BC **Don’t use Google Maps, adds an extra 2.5hrs. Take Beaver Lake Road from Lake Country for 25km. |
| Nearby Activities |
Headwaters Family Camp ★
Headwaters Family Camp is a remote, beautiful camping oasis in the mountains west of Peachland. It’s less than 30 minutes from Peachland and just over an hour from Kelowna.
Headwaters is a family-orientated campground where you can explore the lake and enjoy wildlife. They offer boat rentals, as well as fishing supplies and a small store.
| Price | $25 – $125/night |
| Site Types | Campsites + cabins |
| Campsite Details | • Campsites are large, treed, and private • Campfire rings + picnic tablets |
| Park Details | • 14 campsites, 10 cabins • Can accommodate large RVs + trailers • Bathrooms + showers • Playground, convenience store, tackle shop • No hookups • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | headwatersbc.com (250) 864-4486 [email protected] |
| Nearby Activities |
Idabel Lake Resort ★
Idabel Lake Resort is a collection of privately-owned units, some of which are available for rent. Each unit is different — some even have hot tubs!
The resort sits on the shores of Idabel Lake, only 30 minutes southeast of Kelowna. With no cell service or free wifi, it’s a great place to unplug and enjoy nature and family/friend time. There’s plenty to do here, including water activities, hiking, and exploring.
| Price | Varies |
| Site Types | Cabins + suites (no camping) |
| Booking Details | Units are rented privately from owners. Available units and contact info is on the website. |
| Park Details | • No cell service, landline phone available • Wifi (for purchase) |
| Pets | Allowed with restrictions |
| Contact | idabellakeresort.com (250) 765-9131 |
| Nearby Activities | Thunder Mountain Raceway Kettle Valley Rail Trail |
Oyama Lake Eco Lodge ★
Sitting on the shores of Oyama Lake, the Oyama Lake Eco Lodge is a beautiful wilderness resort where you can reconnect with nature and unplug. There are 16 rustic cabins of varying sizes and styles, as well as glamping and a few tent/RV campsites.
Oyama Lake is a great place to enjoy fishing and all kinds of water sports including kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. You can rent a variety of gear, including pontoon boats and and pedal boats. There are also oversized lawn games available.
| Price | $40 – $215/night |
| Site Types | Campsites, cabins + glamping |
| Park Details | • 16 cabins of varying size + style • Private fire rings + propane fires available for rent • Bathrooms + hot showers • No drinking water • No sani-dump (find nearby sani-dumps) • Water sport rentals available • Outdoor games available • No cell service |
| Pets | Allowed, $10/day |
| Contact | oyamalake.com (250) 862-1013 [email protected] |
| Address | 7425 Oyama Lake Rd, Lake Country, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Oyama Lookout |
RV Parks Near Kelowna, BC
These RV parks are located in Oyama, Lake Country, Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Peachland. They’re all located centrally to Kelowna and are great bases for exploring the beautiful Okanagan.
The camping experience varies greatly from park to park, so make sure you read the reviews and details of each RV campground before booking.
PS: Tired of figuring out where the nearest sani-dump is? This 1000+ page guide lists every sani-dump in Canada (and the USA) and is a huge headache-saving resource.
RV Parks in Kelowna
There are fourteen RV parks in Kelowna (that I know of) and most of them are on agri-tourism land. This means the campground is a working farm — usually veggies, fruit, and/or chickens — with only a few RV sites and located on an orchard or farmland.
I’ve included all of the Kelowna RV parks (even the ones with iffy reviews) so you know all of your options. Please read reviews before reserving.
Acres RV Park ★
Acres RV Park is located on the north end of Kelowna, surrounded by orchards and vineyards. It’s a quiet, peaceful area and is a distance from Okanagan Lake.
The sites are large and range in size; all are large enough for large RVs and extra vehicles. Access to each site is directly off Cornish Road which makes it easy to maneuver your rig. Each site has a large grassy area and picnic table.
Except for full hookups, there are no on-site amenities or things to do. You can, however, go on long walks in the orchards or play lawn games.
| Price | $35 – $50 night (two night min) |
| Site Details | • Back-in and pull-through gravel pads • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30 amp electrical) • Some sites are shaded, not all • Grassy areas and picnic tables • Wifi |
| Park Details | • No bathroom, shower, or laundry • Extra parking |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | acresrvpark.com (250) 317-2839 |
| Address | 1896 Morrison Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Black Mountain Regional Park |
Apple Orchard RV Park
Apple Orchard RV Park is a family-run campground located on a working apple orchard in South East Kelowna. It features an on-site distillery, Forbidden Spirits Distilling, where you can try their vodka made from their apples!
Sites are large with nice grassy areas and plenty of space between fellow campers (doors open to the grass, but the opposite sides of RVs are near one another). There are minimal trees and little shade or privacy, but you don’t feel crammed in.
Views from the campsites are great and it doesn’t feel like you’re in the middle of the Okanagan’s biggest city. Sit back and enjoy your camping trip!
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • 35′ x 75′ pull-through gravel sites • Large grass area + picnic table • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 8 sites • Bathrooms, showers, and laundry • On-site distillery |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | appleorchard.ca (250) 764-3442 [email protected] |
| Address | 4390 Wallace Hill Rd, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Forbidden Spirits Distilling Dilworth Water Tower Dilworth Mountain Park |
Apple Valley Orchard & RV Park
Apple Valley Orchard & RV Park is located at the north end of Glenmore and is surrounded by orchards and farmland. It’s near a busy road, but is far enough away that road noise isn’t an issue.
Sites are large and generally well spaced, with the exception of a few tight pads. Tree cover, shade, and green space vary from site to site. Hedges and fruit trees provide some privacy, but not a lot.
The owners are very friendly and keep the campground clean and well-maintained.
| Price | $60 – $99 night |
| Site Details | • Pull-through + back-in sites • Some sites have shaded fruit trees, but not all • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 9 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry • Playground + lawn • U-pick fruits |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | applevalleyrv.ca (250) 763-9840 [email protected] |
| Address | 1980 Union Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Stephens Coyote Regional Park Quail Flume Trail |
Canyon Farms RV Park ★
Canyon Farms RV Park is the highest rated RV park in Kelowna! It’s located on a small farm in rural East Kelowna near Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park and is a wonderful place to camp.
With beautiful sites, impeccably clean facilities, and kind and gracious hosts, it’s no wonder Canyon Farms is a favourite campground in Kelowna.
| Price | $55 – $69 night Weekly + monthly rates available |
| Site Details | • Pull-through gravel sites • Landscaped with large grass areas + picnic table • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 20/30/50 amp electrical) • High speed wifi |
| Park Details | • 8 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry • Free-range chickens, fresh vegetables, berries, + fruit |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Contact | canyonfarmsrv.com (250) 801-1969 [email protected] |
| Address | 4020 Field Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park Mission Creek Regional Park |
Farm Country RV Park ★
Farm Country RV Park is an agri-tourism campground on the north end of Kelowna. It’s surrounded by beautiful apple and cherry orchards and offers kilometers of countryside walking and biking.
Friendly horses live on-site and you can enjoy watching the animals from your campsite.
There are no on-site bathroom, shower, or laundry facilities, but there are full-hookups and wifi which will make your stay enjoyable.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Back-in gravel sites • Lined with large cedar hedges • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 10 sites • No bathrooms, showers, or laundry • Friendly horses |
| Pets | Allowed (nearby farms use noisy “bird bangers”) |
| Contact | farmcountryrvpark.com (778) 583-0043 [email protected] |
| Address | 2062 Morrison Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Black Mountain Regional Park |
Farming Karma RV Park
Farming Karma RV Park is located on a cherry orchard in the hills behind Rutland. There are 9 gravel campsites and the RV park has views of Kelowna and Okanagan Lake (but your campsite may not).
The sites are not landscaped and there’s no privacy between sites except for a small fence. Sites have full hookups and picnic tables are available across the road from each site.
There are plenty of on-site amenities and things to do at Farming Karma RV Park, including a bird sanctuary, disc golf, and a tasting room where you can try their very own fruit soda.
Tip: RV park reviews are combined with the tasting room.
| Price | $60 – $99 night |
| Site Details | • Pull-through + back-in gravel sites • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • No privacy or shade • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 9 sites • Bathroom, showers + laundry • Disc golf, bird sanctuary, dog park • On-site fruit soda tasting room |
| Pets | Allowed. Dog park and wash station on-site |
| Contact | karmarv.ca (778) 990-9737 [email protected] |
| Address | 1160 McKenzie Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Black Mountain Regional Park |
Kelowna RV Park
Kelowna RV Park is located near downtown Kelowna, Okanagan Lake, and 5 minutes from the beach. However, it’s also on a semi-main road.
The RV sites range in size and are back-in only. You need to be confident in your back-up skills because it can be difficult to maneuver into the sites, especially the back ones. There are no turn-arounds.
Each campsite has full hookups. Large, six-foot tall wood fences and trees separate the sites, offering plenty of privacy. Road noise can be an issue, especially for sites near the entrance.
| Price | $45 – $55 night |
| Site Details | • 40′ x 80′ back-in gravel pads • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • Fenced and trees for privacy • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 9 sites • No bathroom, shower, or laundry • Extra parking |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | kelownarvpark.weebly.com (250) 861-6815 [email protected] |
| Address | 3790 Casorso Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Mission Creek Regional Park Boyce-Gyro Beach |
Kelowna Urban Farm & RV Park ★
Kelowna Urban Farm & RV Park is nestled on a working farm in central Kelowna and backs onto Mission Creek Regional Park, the city’s most popular and well-used walking/biking trail that connects with Okanagan Lake.
The campground is inside the Kelowna city limits, yet it’s peaceful and quiet thanks to the surrounding farm and creek. Each site has a propane fire pit so you can enjoy a campfire even when there’s a fire ban.
The gravel, pull-through pads are well landscaped and have small grass areas, but there isn’t a lot of privacy or tree cover. As the landscaping matures, that’ll change.
The RV park is located on farmland, but don’t expect to see horses and goats running around. Kelowna Urban Farm has seven acres of veggies, berries, free-range egg and meat hens, as well as a small honey bee apiary.
| Price | $49 – $95 night Weekly + monthly rates available |
| Site Details | • 65′ x 30′ pull-through gravel pads • Full hookup (sewer, water + 20/30/50 amp electrical) • Landscaped with small grass areas • Propane fire pits + propane for sale • Free high speed wifi |
| Park Details | • Bathroom, showers + laundry • Tennis court |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | kelownaurbanfarmandrv.ca (778) 392-8823 [email protected] |
| Address | 2075 KLO Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Mission Creek Regional Park Father Pandosy Mission Historic Site |
MacDonald Acres RV Park ★
MacDonald Acres RV Park is located on Highway 33 outside of Kelowna towards Big White.
This family-run, fairly new campground has large, tiered sites that offer amazing views towards Okanagan Lake. There are also on-site trailer and suite rentals, as well as beautiful glamping tents!
| Price | $50 – $60 night |
| Site Details | • Up to 40′ RVs • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 10 sites • Propane firepits for rent • Dog run + playground • Tenting allowed with permission |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | macdonaldacres.ca (250) 718-2167 |
| Address | 4631 Hwy 33E, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Black Mountain Viewpoint Okanagan Adventure Park |
Orchard Hill RV Park & Farm ★
Orchard Hill RV Park is located on a working farm just minutes from Glenmore and downtown Kelowna.
The nine sites are extremely private and peaceful with large, mature trees separating each site and providing plenty of shade. Full hookups are available with quality wifi.
The Farm at Orchard Hill grows vegetables and nuts using natural fertilizers and pest control. You can buy their produce onsite or at local Farmer’s Markets.
| Price | $45 – $60 night Weekly + monthly rates available |
| Site Details | • 6 pull-through, 3 back-in pads • Landscaped, tiered, shaded, and very private • Large, mature trees between sites • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • 9 sites • Laundry • No bathrooms or showers • Fresh farm produce and eggs available for purchase • 13+ only |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | orchardhillrv.com (250) 859-3276 [email protected] |
| Address | 2351 Rojem Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Stephens Coyote Regional Park Dilworth Water Tower Dilworth Mountain Park |
Orchard Valley RV Park
Orchard Valley RV Park is located on a family run orchard in Glenmore. It’s surrounded by farmland and is a short drive from downtown Kelowna and popular parks like Knox Mountain and Stephens Coyote.
The sites are large — you can easily park a large RV, extend your awning, bring an additional car, and still have room. Site are lined by mature hedges that offer plenty of privacy, but there are no grassy areas.
| Price | $65 – $75 night |
| Site Details | • 55′ x 26′ back-in gravel pads • Lined with privacy hedges • Full hookup (sewer, water + 30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • 10 sites • Bathroom, showers + laundry |
| Pets | Unknown |
| Contact | orchardvalleyrvpark.com 250-762-9355 [email protected] |
| Address | 2389 Rojem Road, Kelowna, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Knox Mountain Regional Park Stephens Coyote Regional Park |
Quails View Farm RV Park
Quails View Farm RV Park is located in the orchards at the north end of Kelowna. There’s very little information about this RV park and reviews are extremely mixed.
The pull-through sites are large with little privacy and no shade. Each site has a small grassy area and picnic table.
Large hedges and trees block view of the campground from the main road and rest of the farm.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Gravel/paved pull-through sites • No shade, little privacy |
| Park Details | 10 sites |
| Pets | Unknown |
| Contact | quails-rv-park.edan.io (250) 862-1025 [email protected] |
| Address | 2105 Morrison Rd, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Black Mountain Regional Park |
Scenic View RV Park ★
Scenic View RV Park is located in rural Kelowna in Glenmore Valley. The campground has nice views of the surrounding orchards and, despite being close to town, is away from the hustle and bustle.
The sites are well sized and there’s plenty of room between RVs (compared to other RV parks). There’s a small hedge between each site that will grow with age, as well as trees that provide limited shade.
Usually I wouldn’t highly recommend a campground without a lot of privacy or green space, but the owners are exceptional and do a wonderful job of making their guests feel at home and keeping the park clean.
| Price | $40 – $60 night |
| Site Details | • 27′ x 72′ pull-through, 27′ x 62′ back-in • Small fence, hedges, and trees between sites (little privacy) • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi (free) and cable (extra) |
| Park Details | • 10 sites • Laundry • No bathrooms or showers |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | scenicviewrv.ca (250) 762–2861 [email protected] |
| Address | 2360 Scenic Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Stephens Coyote Regional Park Quail Flume Trail |
Shady Lane RV & Trailer Park
Shady Lane RV Park is located on the outskirts of Glenmore on a busy road near the Glenmore landfill. It has a combination of long and short term RVers.
Site size, proximity to other campers, privacy, and shade vary quite a lot. The RV park has beautiful mature trees throughout, but they grant little privacy. Full hookups and wifi are available.
Reviews are extremely mixed regarding sites, facilities, and management. Please read reviews carefully.
| Price | $37 – $49 night Weekly + monthly rates available |
| Site Details | • Back-in • Large, mature trees and cedars (some sites) • Privacy varies a lot • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) + dry • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • Bathroom, showers, and laundry |
| Pets | Allowed with restrictions |
| Contact | shadylanepark.com (250) 868-1030 [email protected] |
| Address | 1510 Glenmore Road, Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Stephens Coyote Regional Park Quail Flume Trail |
RV Parks in West Kelowna
West Kelowna is located across Okanagan Lake from Kelowna and is a close enough to Kelowna to easily use its campgrounds as a base for exploring.
Compared to Kelowna, West Kelowna has remarkably fewer RV parks — only four and all very much feel like you’re in town.
One of the West Kelowna RV parks stands above the rest, which I’ve highlighted below. I’ve also included the other RV parks so that you can easily compare your camping options.
Okanagan RV Park
Okanagan RV Park is located in West Kelowna. It’s just off Highway 97, the main highway through the Okanagan, and beside a commercial gas station for semis. Road noise is a major issue.
There’s limited greenery between sites that offer no privacy. Sites are level gravel pads with no shade. The RV park is near Mt Boucherie, an extinct volcano that you can hike for incredible views.
Reviews are mixed regarding facilities and management.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • 22′ x 68′ lots • No shade or privacy • Full hookup (sewer, water + 50 amp electrical) |
| Park Details | • 24 sites • Showers + laundry |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | okanaganrvpark.com (250) 212-0937 [email protected] |
| Address | 1865 Ross Road, West Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Mt Boucherie |
Lighthouse RV Park ★
Lighthouse RV Park is located in West Kelowna and has beautiful views overlooking Okanagan Lake.
The RV park is conveniently located off Highway 97, but far enough away that road noise isn’t an issue.
Sites range in size and privacy, but generally there’s a decent amount of greenery, even if there’s not a lot of shade. Sites are a little tight.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Back-in, narrow access road • Some sites have shade and grass, some don’t • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi |
| Park Details | • 45 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry |
| Pets | Unknown |
| Contact | (250) 768-7644 |
| Address | 2150 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities | Kalamoir Regional Park |
Raven’s Nest RV
Raven’s Nest RV is located in West Kelowna, near Highway 97. It’s a large RV park with plenty of sites, but the highway does produce a lot of road noise.
Sites at Raven’s Nest are large, but there aren’t any green space or trees. Management says they are working on adding more greenery, which would make the RV park much nicer. Until then, it’s similar to a large gravel parking lot.
It’s a fairly new campground that offers plenty of amenities and cleanliness. Showers have reportedly been too hot, but that’s been adjusted.
| Price | $40 night |
| Site Details | • 25′ x 65′ back-in gravel pads • No trees or privacy • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • 89 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | ravensnestrv.ca (250) 317-1065 [email protected] |
| Address | 3000-1920 Old Okanagan Highway, West Kelowna BC |
| Nearby Activities |
Thunder View RV
Thunder View RV is located in West Kelowna, just off Highway 97.
Thunder View RV is a fairly new campground. It’s well maintained, clean, and quiet. The sites are large and well spaced, but lacking in greenery — guests enjoy it in spite of that.
The park is still in development, so additional sites and green spaces are still in the works. Once additional amenities are added, Thunder View has potential to be a nice RV park.
| Price | $45 night Monthly rates available |
| Site Details | • Gravel pads starting at 30′ • No trees or privacy, green areas under development • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) |
| Amenities | • Bathrooms (porta potty) • Wifi |
| Pets | Allowed with restrictions |
| Contact | thunderviewrv.ca (778) 821-2960 [email protected] |
| Address | 2960 Marmot Lane West Kelowna, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Kalamoir Regional Park |
RV Parks in Lake Country + Oyama
Lake Country and Oyama are about 30 minutes from downtown Kelowna. These two small communities are laid back and relaxed, but do become busy in the summer when visitors venture outside of Kelowna.
The RV parks in Lake Country and Oyama are nestled on two beautiful lakes, surrounded by nature.
Ley’s RV Park ★
Ley’s RV Park is located in the orchard hills opposite Wood Lake from the highway. This is a beautiful, quiet area that sees little tourist traffic.
The RV park is geared towards adults and is a relaxing getaway. Although there’s little privacy between sites, sites are large and have plenty of green space. There’s even an inground pool on-site!
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Full hookup • Fire rings |
| Park Details | • 9 sites • Adult-only • In-ground pool, lawn + covered BBQ area • Trees onsite, but not around campsites • No showers |
| Pets | Unknown |
| Contact | leysrvpark.com (250) 868-6076 [email protected] |
| Address | 13411 Oyama Road, Oyama BC |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Oyama Lookout |
Sage Valley Resort & RV Park
Sage Valley Resort & RV Park is located between Lake Country and Oyama, directly beside the Wood Lake Terrace RV & Campground.
There are both RV camping and motel rooms at Sage Valley Resort & RV Park.
There’s no direct lake access from the RV park, but you can use the boat launch across the road. For an actual beach, head to Oyama or Lake Country.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Wifi |
| Park Details | • Bathroom, showers + laundry • Central picnic area • 5 motel rooms on site |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | sagevalleyrvresort.com [email protected] |
| Address | 14810 Pelmewash Parkway, Lake Country BC |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Spion Kop |
The Orchard RV Retreat
The Orchard RV Retreat is located in the hills between Lake Couontry and Oyama. It’s on a working orchard and has wonderful views of Wood Lake.
This RV park doesn’t have traditional gravel sites, but rather designated grassy pull-offs. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables. There isn’t a lot of privacy between sites, but they are well spaced and quiet.
The owners are friendly and take great care to provide excellent service and maintain their facilities.
| Price | Unknown |
| Site Details | • Full hookup (water, sewer + 30/50 amp electrical) • Fire rings |
| Park Details | • 5 sites • Bathroom + showers • Wifi • Group tenting |
| Pets | Unknown |
| Contact | theorchardrv.ca (250) 317-0057 [email protected] |
| Address | 4391 Eyles Road, Oyama BC |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Oyama Lookout |
Wood Lake RV Park & Marina ★
Wood Lake RV Park & Marina is located at the north end of Lake Country on the shores of Wood Lake. It’s a family favourite and offers many fun summer activities, including beach access, water rentals, and kid’s activities.
Sites range in size; some are quite tight and others aren’t. The park spreads over twelve acres and has beautiful mature trees that provide lots of shade, but not a ton of privacy. Sites have a firepit and picnic tables.
Management is very kind and keep the campground clean and well maintained.
| Price | $38 – $63+ night |
| Site Details | • Beachfront, pull-through, and back-in pads • Large trees provide shade, but not a lot of privacy • Sites range in size • Full hookup • Wifi • Tenting available |
| Park Details | • 195+ sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry • Playground • Sandy beach on Wood Lake • Boat, kayak + paddleboard rentals • Dog park |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed (keep off beach) |
| Contact | woodlakerv.com (250) 766-1881 reserva[email protected] |
| Address | 2930 Woodsdale Road, Lake Country BC |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Spion Kop Jack Seaton Park |
Wood Lake Terrace RV & Campground
Wood Lake Terrace RV & Campground is located directly across the road from Wood Lake and offers beautiful views of the quiet lake.
Sites range in size and privacy. The unique terracing provides privacy between levels and some sites have small fences. Trees range in size and offer some shade.
There’s no direct lake access from the campground, but you can cross the road and launch your boat, kayak, or paddleboard. There’s not much of a beach unless you go to Oyama or Lake Country.
| Price | $32 – $35 night |
| Site Details | • Terracing provides great views + partially shaded • Full hookup • Picnic tables + fire pits |
| Park Details | • 53 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry • Steep, short road into campground |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | woodlake-terrace.ca (250) 869-8505 [email protected] |
| Address | 14814 Pelmewash Parkway, Lake Country BC |
| Nearby Activities | Wood Lake Loop Spion Kop |
RV Parks in Peachland
Peachland is a small lakeside community that’s 20 minutes from Kelowna (provided traffic doesn’t suck).
Peachland is beautiful, but it doesn’t offer many places to camp, especially with an RV. You really only have two choices and, luckily, they’re both good options.
Peachland RV Park ★
Peachland RV Park is a new, in development RV park located just outside of Peachland above the Okanagan Connector highway.
The park itself is quite isolated in the forest and is well maintained. Sites are large and there’s plenty of space between campsites.
There’s a decent amount of shade and privacy from the mature trees and underbrush — certainly more than other RV parks in the area.
| Price | $49 – $59 night |
| Site Details | • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 30/50 amp electrical) • Decent amount of shade and privacy • Large, gravel sites • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • New RV park • 81 sites • Bathrooms, showers + laundry under construction • Located in the forest • Mature trees and underbrush |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | peachlandrv.ca (778) 740-9800 [email protected] |
| Address | 4795 Paradise Valley Drive Peachland, BC |
| Nearby Activities | Hardy Falls Pincushion Mountain |
Todd’s RV & Camping ★
Todd’s RV & Camping is basically a lakeside campground. A road separates the RV park from Okanagan Lake, but it’s not large or busy.
The RV park has plenty of large, mature trees and underbrush which provide lots of shade and some privacy. However, site privacy and size range quite a lot.
| Price | $40 – $80 night |
| Site Details | • Full hookup (sewer, water, and 15/30/50 amp electrical) • Some sites are tight with little privacy • Tenting available • Wifi + cable |
| Park Details | • 60+ sites • Bathrooms + showers • Playground + volleyball pit • Large, mature trees, underbrush + some grassy areas • Nearby beach |
| Pets | Allowed, leashed |
| Contact | toddsrv.com (250) 767-6644 [email protected] |
| Address | 3976 Beach Avenue, Peachland BC |
| Nearby Activities | Pincushion Mountain Hardy Falls |
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