Kootenay National Park of Canada

Where to Stay

• Parks Canada Campground Reservation Service
• Camping
• Accommodations

Frontcountry Camping

General Information

• Parks Canada operates all campgrounds in Kootenay National Park (a total of 4).
• Campgrounds in Kootenay National Park operate on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• There are 431 campsites available in Kootenay National Park during peak season with a variety of services. Serviced (hook up) campsites are available at Redstreak Campground only.
• 2009 Campground Information and Opening Dates
• Campground Host Program
• The "Bare" Campsite Program

Campground	# Sites	Full H-U	Elec Only	Flush Toilet	Dry Toilet	Sho wers	Sani Dump	Dis Acc	Fire Pits	Interp Prog	Fees
Redstreak Open May 8 - Sept 21	242	50	38	X		X	X	X	X	X	$27.40-$38.20
McLeod Meadows Open June 5 - Sept 7	98			X			X	X	X		$21.50
Dolly Varden (winter) Open Oct 9	7				X
Marble Canyon Open June 26 - Sept 7	61			X			X		X		$21.50

Campsite reservations are available in this national park April 9, 2009. The Parks Canada Campsite Reservation System will include Redstreak Campground . For more information about which national park campgrounds accept reservations, please visit the 24-hour Internet service at www.pccamping.ca or dial toll free 1.877.737.3783 (1.877.RESERVE) (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.), TTY: 1.866.787.6221.

Busy Season

Demand is heaviest from June through September, with July and August being the busiest.

Checkout

Checkout time is 11:00 am.

Permits

Campers must purchase a camping permit at the campground kiosk or at the self-registration kiosk.

Fires

Campfires are permitted at most sites. A fire permit must be purchased at kiosks or self-registration booths. Firewood is provided.

Bears and Camping

When Camping, Be Aware! You Are In Bear Country!
Never leave the following unattended at your site:

• Coolers
• Pet Bowls
• Dishes/Pots
• Toiletries
• Food Items
• Cooking Stoves
• Garbage Bags
• Wash Basins

Bears that get hooked on food and garbage are problem bears and may have to be destroyed. Please help us keep bears wild. Store all coolers and food items in your vehicle or in storage lockers if provided. Report any bear sightings to park staff.

• The "Bare" Campsite Program

Sani-dump Stations

Redstreak, McLeod Meadows and Marble Canyon campgrounds all offer sani-dump stations.

Showers

Showers are available in Redstreak campground only.

Disabled Access

There are wheelchair accessible sites in Redstreak, McLeod Meadows and Marble Canyon campgrounds.

Learning Opportunities

Interpretive programs are available in Redstreak Campground during the summer. These programs are free and everyone is welcome to attend. Consult campground advertising for details.

Dates of Operation

Dates of operation vary from campground to campground. Summer camping begins in early May, with all campgrounds open by mid to late June. Summer campgrounds close in September and October. The winter campground is at Dolly Varden.

Group Camping

Group camping is available for non-profit groups with a minimum of ten people at Crook's Meadow Group Campground . The group campsite can accommodate tents only. To make a reservation, please contact:

Lake Louise Visitor Centre
P.O. Box 213, Lake Louise, AB TOL 1E0
Canada
Telephone: 403.522.1203; Fax: 403.522.1212;
E-mail: ll.info@pc.gc.ca

For More Information

General camping information contact:

Kootenay National Park Visitor Centre
P.O. Box 220, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0
Canada
Telephone: 250.347.9505; Fax: 250.347.6307;
E-mail: kootenay.info@pc.gc.ca

In the off-season, information can be obtained from the Yoho National Park Visitor Centre. Telephone 250.343.6783. Fax 250.343.6012. E-mail: kootenay.info@pc.gc.ca .

Accommodations

• Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce