Buckhorn Campground
Cathedral Provincial Park is a remote wilderness camping area in the Okanagan region of British Columbia, located southwest of Keremeos between the Cascade Mountains and the Okanagan Valley. The park features dramatic mountain scenery with jagged peaks, azure lakes, flower-dappled alpine meadows, and distinctive columnar-jointed basalt formations and quartz monzonite towers. Wilderness camping is available at two backcountry locations: Lake of the Woods and Quiniscoe Lake, both accessible only by hiking. The park offers activities including hiking, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and mountain climbing, though facilities are minimal—no garbage or recycling services are available, and there is a permanent boil-water advisory for all water sources. (via official site)
- hiking
- swimming
- canoeing
- kayaking
- fishing
- mountain climbing
- outhouses
- wilderness camping
Rates & prices
Prices as published on Buckhorn Campground’s official website (CAD).
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Reservation/Change/Cancellation by phone — One-time fee | CAD 5 |
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Know before you go
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- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
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🏞️ Attractions
provincial park in British Columbia
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🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
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Good to know
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Are pets allowed at Cathedral Provincial Park?
No, pets are not allowed in the park.
Is there cell phone service in the park?
No, there is no cell phone service anywhere in Cathedral Provincial Park. Visitors should bring paper maps.
Can I drive to the campground?
No, vehicles are not allowed in the core area. The Lakeview access road is closed to vehicles due to wildfire damage. Access to the core area is by hiking only via three main routes: Ewart Creek, Lakeview, and Wall Creek.
Is the water safe to drink?
There is a permanent boil-water advisory for all water in the park. All water must be boiled, filtered, or treated before drinking, cooking, or use.
Where do I make a camping reservation?
Reservations can be made online at https://camping.bcparks.ca or by phone at 1-800-689-9025 (7 am–7 pm Pacific Time). A $5 fee applies to all reservations, changes, or cancellations made by phone.
How much does it cost to camp at Buckhorn Campground?
Buckhorn Campground charges a camping fee.
Is there WiFi at Buckhorn Campground?
No, there's no internet access on site.
Who runs Buckhorn Campground?
Buckhorn Campground is operated by Kaloya Contracting Ltd..
What languages are spoken at Buckhorn Campground?
Staff at Buckhorn Campground speak English.
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Other campgrounds nearby
More places to camp close to Buckhorn Campground.
- Lakeview Campground · Kaloya Contracting Ltd.
- Lake of the Woods Campground
- Quiniscoe Lake Campground
- Red Bridge Lake · Recreation Sites and Trails BC
- Ashnola River Recreation Site
- Haystack Lakes