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Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park

whiteswan lake

BC Parks
kootenays · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

Cave Creek Campground: trail access from Alces Lake or Home Basin campgrounds; water access from boat launches at Packrat Point and Home Basin campgrounds. There are six (6) backcountry campsites with tent pads, identified on the campground map as follows: PAD1, PAD2, PAD3, PAD4, PAD5 and PAD6. There are a total of two (2) pit toilets and two (2) food lockers onsite, generally found on both ends of the campground. There are also several picnic tables and fire rings spread throughout the campground.

the basics

watersewerflush toiletsaccessible
drive from calgary
1.9h · 140 km
drive from edmonton
5.4h · 401 km
drive from vancouver
7.4h · 558 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 whiteswan lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about whiteswan lake

does whiteswan lake have electric hookups?
No. Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is whiteswan lake from calgary?
Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park is 140 km from Calgary — approximately a 1.9-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at whiteswan lake?
Yes. Whiteswan Lake 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 whiteswan lake?
Peak season at Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of whiteswan lake.

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

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