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Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park

Kootenay Rockies · about 1 h 40 min from Cranbrook · 1 reservable site

Current park notice · Winter Closure Area for protection of wolverine in Kokanee Glacier Park
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No observation availableavailability unverified this weekend (Fri 23–Sun 25)Fresh complete observations are not available; check the official reservation service

Kootenay Rockies · 1 reservable site · about 1 h 40 min from Cranbrook
Winter Closure Area for protection of wolverine in Kokanee Glacier Park
BC Parks has been working with local wolverine researchers over the last several years supporting research in various West Kootenay Provincial Parks. As such, BC Parks has implemented an area closure in Kokanee Glacier Park to help ensure the protection of important species. The winter closure is in effect from January 15 to May 15. The closure will be supported by compliance and enforcement…
Source: BC Parks advisories · verify before you travel
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There are 10 wilderness, walk-in campsites at the Kaslo Lake Campground. There are also toilet and food storage facilities. If you require information regarding winter accommodation, please contact the Alpine Club of Canada (403-678-3200 or…more

There are 10 wilderness, walk-in campsites at the Kaslo Lake Campground. There are also toilet and food storage facilities. If you require information regarding winter accommodation, please contact the Alpine Club of Canada (403-678-3200 or http://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca) to reserve a cabin in the park. Kokanee Glacier, Woodbury and Silver Spray cabins are maintained by the Alpine Club of Canada, on behalf of BC Parks.

Questions campers ask

Is Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park sold out this weekend?

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

When do Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park reservations open?

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

Does Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park have electrical sites?

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

Can I book Kokanee Glacier 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 Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park from Cranbrook?

about 1 h 40 min from Cranbrook, about 2 h 35 min from Kelowna — 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.