Garibaldi Provincial Park
Lower Mainland & Sea-to-Sky · about 25 min from Whistler · 10 reservable sites
Day access
No day pass needed this week (Wed 21–Tue 27 Oct). Campers with a reservation need no pass; day visitors do. Vehicle passes at three trailheads, 12 June to 12 October 2026: Diamond Head and Rubble Creek on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and holidays; Cheakamus Lake daily until 7 September, then Friday to Monday.
No observation availableavailability unverified this weekend (Fri 23–Sun 25)Fresh complete observations are not available; check the official reservation service
Garibaldi Park is located in the Coast Mountains 70 kms north of Vancouver, close to Squamish. Overnight campers should be prepared to be self-sufficient and practice backcountry ethics. Reservations are required year-round for all areas and must be made…more
Garibaldi Park is located in the Coast Mountains 70 kms north of Vancouver, close to Squamish. Overnight campers should be prepared to be self-sufficient and practice backcountry ethics.
Reservations are required year-round for all areas and must be made before heading into the park. Proof of payment must be carried at all times when camping overnight in these areas. Please display your permit (confirmation letter) at each tent pad(s) or bunk(s).
Backcountry reservations: Backcountry camping is permitted in designated campsites only. These camping facilities are in the following areas:
Diamond Head / Elfin Lakes / Rampart Ponds
Garibaldi Lake / Taylor Meadows / Helm Creek
Cheakamus Lake / Singing Creek
Singing Pass / Russet Lake
Wedgemount Lake
Elfin Lakes Shelter reservations: To purchase an overnight stay at the Elfin Shelter select the "Elfin Shelter" option and the number of persons. One reservation can include up to six people, and each person will have access to one spot in the shelter on which to sleep. The shelter has bunks for 33 people (11 double bunks, 11 single bunks) and bunk assignment is first-come, first-served upon arrival the shelter.
Wilderness Reservations: Wilderness reservations are available for mountaineers, climbers, ski tourers, and others with advanced skills in wilderness travel. Users who meet these criteria can select the wilderness camping option. Wilderness reservations are only valid in the designated Wilderness Camping Area [PDF].
Questions campers ask
Is Garibaldi Provincial Park sold out this weekend?
Availability is unverified. Missing or stale observations do not mean sold out. Check the official reservation service.
Do I need a day pass if I am camping at Garibaldi Provincial Park?
No. A valid camping reservation or backcountry permit is your pass; carry the details with you. Day visitors need one on pass days: see which days on the BC Parks day passes page.
When do Garibaldi Provincial Park reservations open?
New dates open 3 months ahead at 7 a.m. PT. Online bookings close 2 days before arrival.
Does Garibaldi Provincial Park have electrical sites?
No electrical sites are listed at Garibaldi Provincial Park in the BC Parks site attributes.
Can I book Garibaldi 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 Garibaldi Provincial Park from Whistler?
about 25 min from Whistler, about 1 h 20 min from Vancouver — a straight-line estimate, not a routed drive time.
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New dates open 3 months ahead at 7 a.m. PT. Set an alert to hear about openings.