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Kettle River Recreation Area

Thompson Okanagan · about 1 h 30 min from Kelowna · 117 reservable sites

No observation availableavailability unverified this weekend (Fri 23–Sun 25)Fresh complete observations are not available; check the official reservation service

Thompson Okanagan · 117 reservable sites · about 1 h 30 min from Kelowna

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Kettle River Recreation Area is one of the largest and most popular destination family campgrounds in the Okanagan Boundary Region. Located minutes from amenities in Rock Creek, it is only 45 minutes from Osoyoos and 90 minutes from Kelowna. Campers will want to bring their bikes and floaties! This park offers fantastic biking/hiking opportunities and access to the historic Trans Canada Trail network. In the summer months, campers walk their tubes and floaties to the Kettle River that flows alongside the campground, while others enjoy basking on the sandy beaches and swimming in the river. The iconic Kettle River Trestle at the day-use serves as a beautiful backdrop for park users and is a great photo opportunity. Spring and autumn campers enjoy large, sun-filled sites in a peaceful, pristine setting.

Questions campers ask

Is Kettle River Recreation Area sold out this weekend?

Availability is unverified. Missing or stale observations do not mean sold out. Check the official reservation service.

When do Kettle River Recreation Area reservations open?

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

Does Kettle River Recreation Area have electrical sites?

Yes — 2 of 117 sites have electrical hookups.

Can I book Kettle River Recreation Area 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 Kettle River Recreation Area from Kelowna?

about 1 h 30 min from Kelowna, about 3 h from Kamloops — 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.