This small lake, renowned among anglers for its rainbow trout fishing, is surrounded by steep hills and forests of pine, willow and larch. The park has 34 campsites, accessible year-round and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The narrow service roads into the park are not suitable for RVs or trailers. There are hiking trails, a boat launch, a picnic area, a small swimming beach and a group campsite. Firewood is available for sale, but the rangers encourage the use of cooking stoves and may ban open fires in dry seasons.
Conkle Lake Provincial Park
Rock Creek, British Columbia
250-548-0076
elp.gov.bc.ca
This small park just off Highway 3 stretches along Johnstone Creek, east of the town of Osoyoos. There are just 16 campsites, open from mid-May through mid-September. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Pit toilets are available at the entrance, and there are short loop trails for hikers along the banks of the creek.
Johnstone Creek Provincial Park
Rock Creek, British Columbia
250 548-0076
elp.gov.bc.ca
This is a small private campground near the town of Westbridge, along Highway 33. The site offers shower facilities and pit toilets, as well as a store for the convenience of campers.
Riverside Camping
3175 Highway 33
Rock Creek, British Columbia V0H2B0
250-446-6808
rock-creek.travel.bc.ca
This campground was built for the RV and trailer camper in mind. There are pull-through sites for the big rigs as well as a tent campground. The park adjoins the Kettle River, which offers tubing, canoeing and fishing. The park sells bait and tackle. There are gold-panning sites nearby, as well as a golf course and the Kettle Valley railway trail for biking.
Kettle River RV Park
3255 Highway 3
Rock Creek, BC V0H 1Y0
250-446-2225
kettleriverrv.com
About four miles north of the town of Rock Creek, this public park area is open from May through September and offers 87 campsites as well as a large-group campsite. Sites can be reserved ahead of time. The campground has flush toilets, water pumps and fire rings available, as well as a shelter with stove, sink and tables. Children can make use of a small playground, and adults can try their skill at horseshoes. The Kettle Valley railway trail runs through the park.
Kettle River Recreation Area
Rock Creek, BC
250-548-0076
env.gov.bc.ca
