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Shuswap Lake Provincial Park

Thompson Okanagan · about 1 h 10 min from Kamloops · 346 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 · 346 reservable sites · about 1 h 10 min from Kamloops

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A very popular destination, the park operates at capacity from early July to Labour Day (early Sept). The park is situated on the old delta of Scotch Creek, has one kilometer of sandy, pebble beach, and includes the whole of Copper Island. The park also…more

A very popular destination, the park operates at capacity from early July to Labour Day (early Sept).

The park is situated on the old delta of Scotch Creek, has one kilometer of sandy, pebble beach, and includes the whole of Copper Island. The park also offers a large grassy play area, an adventure playground, a large boat launch. and a self-guiding nature trail.

Boaters may wish to visit Copper Island, located two kilometres offshore. A 2.8 km hiking trail provides beautiful views of the area. Please note that overnight camping, including houseboats, and campfires are prohibited on the island.

Supplies, groceries, and many recreational opportunities including bumper boats, mini-golf driving range, go-carts, para-sailing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, boat and jet-ski rentals are offered by near-by businesses.

Questions campers ask

Is Shuswap Lake 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 Shuswap Lake Provincial Park reservations open?

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

Does Shuswap Lake Provincial Park have electrical sites?

Yes — 37 of 346 sites have electrical hookups.

Can I book Shuswap Lake 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 Shuswap Lake Provincial Park from Kamloops?

about 1 h 10 min from Kamloops, about 1 h 50 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.