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Top of the World Provincial Park

top of the world

BC Parks
kootenays · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

There are numerous designated campsites ($5 per person) located at Fish Lake. A new cooking area has been constructed, complete with a Grey water pit, benches, tables, and bear proof storage lockers.

There is also a public cabin with a woodstove accommodating 14-18 people; this is available for overnight use, on a first-come, first-served basis (fees of $15 per person or $30 per family are charged). This cabin is not managed by this online registration system at this time. Please bring the correct amount (no change provided) of cash and deposit it in completed self-registration envelop into the self-registration fee vault, located adjacent to the cabin (envelopes located at the fee vault).

the basics

flush toilets
drive from calgary
2.2h · 164 km
drive from edmonton
5.8h · 432 km
drive from vancouver
7.5h · 560 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 top of the world. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about top of the world

does top of the world have electric hookups?
No. Top of the World Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is top of the world from calgary?
Top of the World Provincial Park is 164 km from Calgary — approximately a 2.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at top of the world?
Yes. Top of the World 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 top of the world?
Peak season at Top of the World Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of top of the world.

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

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