Numa Creek
Discover backpacking routes in Kootenay National Park. Campground details, what to bring, reservations, regulations, etiquette and safety. (via site)
Key facts
At-a-glance details for Numa Creek, from its official website.
Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Numa Creek.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Numa Creek.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
- Reserve ahead — this campground requires a booking.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
Where Numa Creek sits on the map and how to get there.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
Numa Falls is a waterfall of the Vermilion River located in Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada. It is accessible via a short drive off the Banff–Windermere Highway 93 that connects Banff National Park and Radium Hot Springs. While not a large waterfall, it is easily accessible directly by the roadside, travelling south from Marble Canyon.


Marble Canyon surrounds Tokumm Creek just above its confluence with the Vermilion River, at the north end of Kootenay National Park in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia. South of the canyon on Highway 93 is Numa Falls on the Vermilion River. As described by Canadian Alpine Journal in 1913, "[Tokumm Creek] joins Vermilion River through a magnificent gorge, or box canyon, so narrow that at se
Национальный парк Кутеней — национальный парк Канады, расположенный на юго-востоке канадской провинции Британская Колумбия. Природное разнообразие отражает девиз парка «От кактусов к ледникам».
Hewitt Peak is a 3,066-metre (10,059 ft) mountain summit located on the western border of Kootenay National Park, in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, Canada. The peak is also known locally as Mammoth Peak, and originally as Mount 10060. The alternate names derive from its outline profile resembling a mammoth, and its elevation as measured in feet. No name for this mountain has been offici
Tumbling Peak is a 3,145-metre (10,318-foot) mountain summit located on the western border of Kootenay National Park in the Vermilion Range, which is a sub-range of the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, Canada. The mountain takes its name from the Tumbling Glacier located on its northeast flank. Its nearest higher peak is Foster Peak, 6.8 km (4.2 mi) to the southeast. Hewitt Peak is also to th
🛒 Amenities & services
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Numa Creek.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Numa Creek.
How much does it cost to camp at Numa Creek?
Numa Creek charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Numa Creek?
Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.
How many sites does Numa Creek have?
Numa Creek has around 18 pitches.
Who runs Numa Creek?
Numa Creek is operated by Parks Canada.
When is Numa Creek open?
Numa Creek is open year-round.
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- Helmet Falls · Parks Canada
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