Are campfires allowed in the summer?

Wood fires are frequently banned in July and August due to extreme wildfire risks. Check the BC Wildfire Service website daily. Propane fire rings are usually permitted during these bans.

What is the best waterfront site?

Todd's Lakeside RV in Peachland sits directly across from the beach. Wood Lake RV Park and Marina in Lake Country caters heavily to boaters with its own slips and launch.

Are there any year-round places to park a rig nearby?

Peachland RV Park keeps serviced sites open through the winter for long-term guests. Holiday Park RV & Condo Resort also stays open all twelve months.

Do I need to worry about bears when camping?

Yes, bears live throughout the valley. You must lock all food, trash, and scented items inside a vehicle or a bear-proof locker. Never bring snacks into your tent.

Can I camp for free in the area?

There are no free, serviced sites in the central valley. All provincial and private locations require paid reservations. You would need to drive far into the backcountry logging roads to find free Crown land spots.

What are orchard or farm RV parks like?

Places like Canyon Farms RV Park and Orchard Hill RV place you right on active agricultural land. They are smaller, quieter, and often sell fresh eggs or produce directly to guests.

Where can I find a sani-dump?

Private spots usually have them for guests. Fintry Provincial Park has one on-site. Call the local visitor centre for a current list of gas stations and public stations that accept waste for a fee.

Kelowna Campgrounds & RV Parks: 2026 Guide

STAY · KELOWNA & WEST KELOWNA

Pitch your tent beside Okanagan Lake or park the rig under fruit trees at a working farm.

25 campgrounds & RV parks · Updated October 2026Stay guide · Go Kelowna

Photo: Rafaël Boisvert · MacDonald Acres RV Park via Google

01AT A GLANCE

The details that matter.

Provincial sites like Bear Creek require booking months in advance. Private resorts in Peachland and Lake Country give direct beach access and marina slips. Agricultural stays trade highway noise for fresh eggs and quiet mornings.

Peak Season: June to September
Book Ahead: 3 months for BC Parks
Fire Bans: Common in July/August
Bear Country: Always be bear aware

01LOCAL PICKS

Lakeside camping

Wake up next to the water.

Campgrounds

Wood Lake RV Park and Marina

Lake Country

Campgrounds

Todd‘s Lakeside RV

Peachland

Campgrounds

Tween Lakes Resort

Lake Country

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Orchard & farm RV parks

Fruit trees, quiet nights and full hookups.

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•LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Where to Pitch a Tent or Park the Rig

We mapped out the top spots to sleep outside around the Central Okanagan. Review fire ban rules, bear safety protocols, and booking timelines before packing the cooler.

The short answer

Begin by checking availability at Todd‘s Lakeside RV if you want to walk to dinner in Peachland. If you prefer a rural setting, Canyon Farms RV Park and Kelowna Urban Farm and RV Park have quiet sites right on working agricultural land.

01By the Water

Waterfront Sites

Waking up next to Okanagan Lake means you can launch a paddleboard right from your site. The central valley has several waterfront spots with direct beach access. These locations fill up fast for July and August, so you need to secure a spot early.

Down in Peachland, Todd‘s Lakeside RV puts you within walking distance of local cafes and shops. Up in Lake Country, Wood Lake RV Park and Marina has its own boat slips for easy days on the water. Tween Lakes Resort gives you another solid choice nearby.

Most of these properties have full hookups. Over on Ellison Lake, Holiday Park RV & Condo Resort has multiple pools and an on-site restaurant. You get a gated community feel here instead of a traditional wilderness site.

Local tips

Book your lakeside pad months ahead for long weekends.
Check out nearby watercraft rental shops if you do not own a boat.
Expect crowded, noisy beaches during peak summer heat.

Todd‘s Lakeside RV Wood Lake RV Park and Marina Holiday Park RV & Condo Resort Tween Lakes Resort

02Agri-Tourism

Farm Stays

Pitching your tent on a working farm gives you a quiet alternative to the busy highway corridors. These family-run properties sit among fruit trees and active agricultural operations. You trade large resort amenities for fresh produce and morning roosters.

East of the city centre, Canyon Farms RV Park sells fresh eggs directly to guests. Kelowna Urban Farm and RV Park sits right by the Mission Creek Greenway, giving you instant access to miles of flat cycling paths. Apple Valley Orchard & RV Park puts you right in the middle of a traditional apple orchard.

You can also look into MacDonald Acres RV Park or Orchard Hill RV. The latter operates as an adult-oriented property on a 13-acre farm growing vegetables and nuts. These agricultural sites have fewer pads, keeping the noise down.

Local tips

Bring cash to buy fruit and flowers straight from the growers.
Reserve early because these smaller properties sell out quickly.
Pack earplugs in case tractors start early in the morning.

Apple Valley Orchard & RV Park Kelowna Urban Farm and RV Park Canyon Farms RV Park MacDonald Acres RV Park The Orchard RV Retreat Orchard Hill RV

03Natural Beauty

Provincial Parks

The Central Okanagan has massive provincial parks with sandy beaches and Ponderosa pine forests. Bear Creek Provincial Park sits across the bridge with over a kilometre of sand and five kilometres of hiking trails. Okanagan Lake Provincial Park sits further south between Peachland and Summerland.

Okanagan Lake Provincial Park splits into two sections. The South Campground rests right on the shoreline. The North Campground sites sit on terraces built into the hillside above the water. Up the west side of the lake, Fintry Provincial Park has a restored manor house and a steep trail leading to a waterfall.

Kekuli Bay Provincial Park, located south of Vernon, draws boaters with its wide launch ramps. Provincial sites rarely have power, water, or sewer hookups at the pad. You trade modern conveniences for space and scenery.

Local tips

BC Parks opens bookings on a three-month rolling window at 7 a.m. Pacific Time.
Read the site dimensions carefully to ensure your rig fits.
Lock all coolers and food bins inside your vehicle at night.

04Know Before You Go

Rules and Bookings

Wood Lake RV Park and Marina, Lake Country

Booking a provincial site requires logging on exactly three months before your arrival date. A long weekend in August means you need to secure your spot in May. Private parks handle their own schedules, so call them directly to ask about availability.

A few spots stay open through the winter. Peachland RV Park takes long-term guests year-round. Most places operate from May to October. Summer heat dries out the surrounding forests quickly, leading to strict campfire bans in July and August.

You must check the BC Wildfire Service website before striking a match. Many private locations, like Kelowna Urban Farm and RV Park, rent out propane fire pits when wood fires are banned. Breaking a fire ban carries massive fines and endangers the entire valley.

Local tips

Set up your BC Parks account days before you actually need to book.
Target May, June, or September for cooler weather and fewer crowds.
Check the provincial wildfire map every morning during your trip.
Turn off propane fire pits completely before going to sleep.

05Practical Matters

Wildlife and Waste

Black and grizzly bears travel through these hills constantly. Leaving a cooler on your picnic table is dangerous. Store all food, trash, and toiletries inside a hard-sided vehicle or a designated metal locker. Tents give zero protection from hungry wildlife.

Emptying your holding tanks requires a bit of planning. Most private parks have sani-dumps for paying guests. Fintry Provincial Park has its own station. The regional water quality control centre has historically run a free public dump station, but hours change frequently.

Gas stations and dedicated service centres sometimes have waste stations for a small fee. Call the local visitor centre to get a current list of open public sani-dumps. Emptying your tanks during off-peak hours saves you from sitting in a long line of idling trucks.

Local tips

Buy bear spray at a local outdoor store and learn how to remove the safety clip.
Drop all trash in the heavy metal bins located around the parks.
Call private sites to ask if they allow non-guests to pay for sani-dump access.
Plan your waste stops for early morning or late evening.

06Westside Camping

Westside Locations

Crossing the bridge to the west side of the lake puts you closer to dense trail networks and large wineries. Peachland RV Park sits back in the forest with direct access to the Trepanier Creek Greenway. Todd‘s Lakeside RV rests right on Beach Avenue, steps from the water.

Further north in Westbank, you can pull into West Eagle Campground or Raven's Nest RV. These spots act as practical base camps for tasting rooms along the Westside Wine Trail. The sites here are functional and keep you close to grocery stores and gas stations.

Staying on this side of the lake means you avoid bridge traffic when heading south toward Penticton. The beaches here face east, giving you bright morning sun and earlier shade in the hot late afternoons.