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Ellison Provincial Park

As of Sat 5 Sep 20:21 PT: 0 of 71 sites open next weekend (Fri 11–Sun 13)

Thompson Okanagan · 71 reservable sites · about 39 min from Kelowna

Every reservable site is booked for both nights. Cancellations happen daily — a watch emails you the moment one does, with the booking link filled in.

Active wildfire ~11 km away — check conditions before you go
Quilpituk Creek (1,276 ha) — status: Under Control. Source: BC Wildfire Service. This is a proximity alert, not a closure; BC Parks issues official closures.
Source: BC Wildfire Service · verify before you travel

When you can get in — next 8 weeks

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Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 200 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves. The park's natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan…more

Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 200 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves. The park's natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan climate provide many recreational opportunities from spring through fall. Hiking trails along the scenic headlands are steep and require care and attention.

Is Ellison Provincial Park sold out next weekend?

Yes for Fri 11–Sun 13 — every reservable site is booked for both nights. Set an alert and you are emailed the moment one is cancelled.

When do Ellison Provincial Park reservations open?

New dates open 3 months ahead at 7 a.m. PT. Online bookings close 2 days before arrival.

Does Ellison Provincial Park have electrical sites?

No electrical sites are listed at Ellison Provincial Park in the BC Parks site attributes.

Can I book Ellison Provincial Park same-day?

Not online — BC Parks takes reservations 2+ days ahead; some parks keep first-come, first-served sites for walk-ups.

How far is Ellison Provincial Park from Kelowna?

about 39 min from Kelowna, about 1 h 20 min from Kamloops — a straight-line estimate, not a routed drive time.

Ellison Provincial Park on BC Parks · Official reservations · BC Wildfire map