Burton Historical Park Campground
Family-oriented camping on the shores of Arrow Lakes, 37-site lakeside campground located 22 km north of Needles Ferry and 36 km west of Nakusp on Highway 6. The park offers 21 serviced sites with 30-amp power and water hookups and 16 unserviced sites. Modern facilities include full washrooms with showers, fire pits with firewood available, dish washing station, sandy beach access with boat launch and dock. The campground sits on the original Burton family farm and is named to honor communities displaced by the Hugh Keenleyside Dam project. Season runs May 1 – October 15. (via official site)
- washrooms
- showers
- fire pits
- firewood
- dish washing station
- beach access
- picnic area
- boat launch
- dock
- volleyball
- horseshoe pit
- sani-dump
Rates & prices
Prices as published on Burton Historical Park Campground’s official website (CAD).
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Serviced site | CAD 40 per night |
| Serviced site – Senior (65+) | CAD 38 per night |
| Unserviced site | CAD 33 per night |
| Unserviced site – Senior (65+) | CAD 31 per night |
| Firewood — bundle with kindling | CAD 10 |
| Sani-dump — registered guests only | CAD 10 |
| Additional vehicle — if not slept in | CAD 15 per night |
Key facts
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Facilities & details
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Location
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🏞️ Attractions
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Burton
- Caribou Creek Market Gardens
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
🎾 Sports
- Horseshoes
- Gymkhana Ring
- Baseball
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Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Burton Historical Park Campground.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 1:00 pm and check-out is at 11:00 am.
How do I make a reservation?
Online reservations are available through www.letscamp.ca, which opens at 12:01 am on January 1st. During pre-season, phone lines are answered on Fridays only, with daily email responses to [email protected] until May 1st.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are permitted on leash with cleanup required.
What is your cancellation policy?
If a cancellation is made 7 or more nights before your scheduled arrival date, camping fees will be fully refunded (excluding the booking fee). Cancellations within 7 days forfeit all fees.
Are hookups available?
Yes, there are 21 sites with 30 amp power and water hook-ups. A sanitary dump station is located behind the washroom.
Are there toilets at Burton Historical Park Campground?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Where is Burton Historical Park Campground located?
Burton Historical Park Campground is in Burton.
Who runs Burton Historical Park Campground?
Burton Historical Park Campground is operated by Burton Historical Park Campground.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Burton Historical Park Campground?
At Burton Historical Park Campground, check-in is from 1:00 pm and check-out is by 11:00 am.
How many pitches does Burton Historical Park Campground have?
Burton Historical Park Campground has around 37 pitches.
When is Burton Historical Park Campground open?
Burton Historical Park Campground is open May 1 – October 15, 2026.
What languages are spoken at Burton Historical Park Campground?
Staff at Burton Historical Park Campground speak English.
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