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Cathedral Provincial Park

cathedral

BC Parks
Okanagan · Shuswap · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

Visit the Cathedral Park page for up-to-date information regarding park and trail access. Camping in the Core Area of Cathedral Park is currently limited to Quiniscoe Lake campground. Reservations are mandatory to camp at this location during peak season from the end of June to mid-September. Permit registration is required outside of peak season.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from vancouver
2.9h · 216 km
drive from calgary
6.5h · 487 km
drive from edmonton
9.1h · 680 km

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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.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to cathedral. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about cathedral

can dogs camp at cathedral?
Yes. Cathedral Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does cathedral have electric hookups?
No. Cathedral Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is cathedral from vancouver?
Cathedral Provincial Park is 216 km from Vancouver — approximately a 2.9-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at cathedral?
Yes. Cathedral Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at cathedral?
Peak season at Cathedral Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Sep. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of cathedral.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from bc parks + open sources

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