Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park

Kokanee Glacier

BC Parks
kootenays · British Columbia

what to expect

There are 10 wilderness, walk-in campsites at the Kaslo Lake Campground. There are also toilet and food storage facilities. If you require information regarding winter accommodation, please contact the Alpine Club of Canada (403-678-3200 or http://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca) to reserve a cabin in the park. Kokanee Glacier, Woodbury and Silver Spray cabins are maintained by the Alpine Club of Canada, on behalf of BC Parks.

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

No fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.

what to bring

This list adapts to Kokanee Glacier. no showers means a travel towel;

common questions about Kokanee Glacier

does Kokanee Glacier have electric hookups?
No. Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is Kokanee Glacier from Calgary?
Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park is 259 km from Calgary. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
do you need reservations at Kokanee Glacier?
Yes. Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.

nearby places

Within ~100 km of Kokanee Glacier.

Data last refreshed 2026-06-01 from BC Parks + open sources

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