Tumbling 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 Tumbling Creek, from its official website.
Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Tumbling Creek.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Tumbling 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 Tumbling 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».
Mount Gray is a 2,886-metre (9,469-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 in British Columbia, Canada. Its nearest higher peak is Tumbling Peak, 3.1 km (1.9 mi) to the southeast. The mountain is part of what is known as the Rockwall which is an escarpment of the Vermilion Range. The Rockwall
Mount Gray is a 2,886-metre (9,469-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 in British Columbia, Canada. Its nearest higher peak is Tumbling Peak, 3.1 km (1.9 mi) to the southeast. The mountain is part of what is known as the Rockwall which is an escarpment of the Vermilion Range. The Rockwall
Mount Drysdale is a 2,932-metre (9,619-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. Its nearest higher peak is Rockwall Peak, 1.0 km (0.62 mi) to the west. The mountain is part of what is known as the Rockwall which is an escarpment of the Vermilion Range. The Rockwal

Helmet Falls is a tiered waterfall located in Kootenay National Park in British Columbia, Canada. With total height of 352 metres (1,155 ft), Helmet Falls is the 11th tallest confirmed waterfall in the Canadian Rockies, as well as one of the most significant waterfalls in British Columbia based on both height and volume.
🛒 Amenities & services
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
Weather
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Best time to visit
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Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Tumbling Creek.
How much does it cost to camp at Tumbling Creek?
Tumbling Creek charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Tumbling Creek?
Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.
How many sites does Tumbling Creek have?
Tumbling Creek has around 18 pitches.
Who runs Tumbling Creek?
Tumbling Creek is operated by Parks Canada.
When is Tumbling Creek open?
Tumbling Creek is open year-round.
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- Floe Lake · Parks Canada
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