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Ellison Provincial Park

ellison

BC Parks
Okanagan · Shuswap · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 200 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves. The park's natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan climate provide many recreational opportunities from spring through fall. Hiking trails along the scenic headlands are steep and require care and attention.

the basics

watershowersflush toiletsaccessible
drive from vancouver
3.8h · 283 km
drive from calgary
5.2h · 391 km
drive from edmonton
7.4h · 554 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.

what to bring

this list adapts to ellison. the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about ellison

does ellison have electric hookups?
No. Ellison Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is ellison from vancouver?
Ellison Provincial Park is 283 km from Vancouver — approximately a 3.8-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at ellison?
Yes. Ellison 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 ellison?
Peak season at Ellison Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of ellison.

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

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