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North Thompson River Provincial Park

north thompson river

BC Parks
British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

A lovely campground situated at the confluence of the Clearwater and North Thompson Rivers. Popular with travellers on Hwy 5, with young families, or as a base camp for visitors exploring Wells Gray Park and the Clearwater area.

the basics

watersewerflush toiletsaccessible
drive from vancouver
4.5h · 338 km
drive from calgary
5.6h · 423 km
drive from edmonton
6.6h · 494 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 north thompson river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about north thompson river

does north thompson river have electric hookups?
No. North Thompson River Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is north thompson river from vancouver?
North Thompson River Provincial Park is 338 km from Vancouver — approximately a 4.5-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at north thompson river?
Yes. North Thompson River 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 north thompson river?
Peak season at North Thompson River Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of north thompson river.

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

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