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McDonald Creek Provincial Park

Thompson Okanagan · about 1 h 55 min from Kelowna · 112 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 · 112 reservable sites · about 1 h 55 min from Kelowna

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Situated just south of Nakusp, McDonald Creek Park is one of a system of four provincial parks on the Arrow Lake reservoir. With facilities on the eastern shoreline, it is a holiday destination for swimming, boating, jet skiing, water skiing and fishing opportunities. It features several kilometres of fine sandy beach, water front sites and open grassy meadows. You can always find a quiet spot for yourself, try some beachcombing or join in the fun at the main swimming area. A boat launch is available offering good fishing opportunities for kokanee, bull and rainbow trout - a tempting invitation for anglers of all ages.

The Arrow Reservoir bisects McDonald Creek Provincial Park and protects lakeshore riparian habitat on the east side and forested upland habitat on the west side. This combination offers outdoor recreational opportunities in a unique forested/lakeside setting.

Questions campers ask

Is McDonald Creek 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 McDonald Creek Provincial Park reservations open?

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

Does McDonald Creek Provincial Park have electrical sites?

Yes — 18 of 112 sites have electrical hookups.

Can I book McDonald Creek 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 McDonald Creek Provincial Park from Kelowna?

about 1 h 55 min from Kelowna, about 2 h 30 min from Cranbrook — 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.