Dry Gulch Provincial Park

dry gulch

BC Parks
kootenays · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

Dry Gulch is a cozy, quiet campground located 4.5km south of Radium Hot Springs off of Highway 93/95. It is a shady retreat under the peaks of the Standford Rage amid the Rocky Mountains. It is a short drive to visit the hot springs in Radium, scenic hikes in Kootenay National Park, or the many tourist offerings in the city of Invermere.

the basics

waterflush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from calgary
2h · 147 km
drive from edmonton
5h · 372 km
drive from vancouver
7h · 527 km

stay options nearby

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private campgrounds
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small farms, glamping, off-grid sites listed on Hipcamp near dry gulch.

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rv rental
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hotel nearby
not camping after all?

hotels and inns near dry gulch when plans change.

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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 dry gulch. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about dry gulch

can dogs camp at dry gulch?
Yes. Dry Gulch Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does dry gulch have electric hookups?
No. Dry Gulch Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is dry gulch from calgary?
Dry Gulch Provincial Park is 147 km from Calgary — approximately a 2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at dry gulch?
Yes. Dry Gulch 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 dry gulch?
Peak season at Dry Gulch Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of dry gulch.

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

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