Ellison Provincial Park - Canada
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Best time to visit Ellison Provincial Park
Late June through early September offers the warmest lake temperatures, reliable sunshine, and full campground services, making it the prime window for RV travel. July and August are the busiest months, so reservations are strongly recommended. May, early June, and September serve as quieter shoulder seasons with cooler evenings but easier site availability. Outside the main camping season a locked gate blocks the access road at Okanagan Landing Road, so winter RV access is not possible.
Park closed; access gate locked at Okanagan Landing Road
Park closed; access gate locked
Campground closed, pre-season
Campground typically closed until mid to late spring opening
Shoulder season, campground opens; cooler lake temperatures
Warm and mostly dry; lake warming for swimming
Peak season; reservations recommended
Peak season; watch for wildfire smoke advisories
Quiet shoulder season with warm days and cool nights
Campground closes early to mid October
Park closed; access gate locked
Park closed; access gate locked
Things to do at Ellison Provincial Park
- Okanagan Lake Swimming Beaches EasyRV parking available
Ellison has three main swimming beaches along the lakeshore. Warm waters and a gradually sloping bottom provide excellent swimming. The swimming areas are designated with buoys to keep boats out. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Headlands Hiking Trails ModerateRV parking available
A network of walking paths traces the park's rocky headlands and benchlands above the lake. Over 6 km of easy walking trails, with some steep sections, access many of the park's natural features and viewpoints. Trails along the tops of the rocky headlands offer panoramic vistas of Okanagan Lake. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Otter Bay Underwater Dive Park ModerateRV parking available
Otter Bay is home to a unique freshwater dive site within the park. There are scuba diving and snorkelling opportunities at the underwater dive park located at Otter Bay. Sunken artifacts add interest to the fascinating plant and animal life below the surface. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- South Bay Rock Climbing ModerateRV parking available
South Bay offers accessible climbing on small granite cliffs near the shoreline. The small granite cliffs by South Bay offer climbing suitable for beginners. Ellison Park also has opportunities for scrambling, bouldering, and top-rope climbing in short pitches. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Multi-Use Cycling Trails ModerateRV parking available
Ellison connects to a local network of mountain bike and multi-use trails. Ellison Park offers fantastic biking opportunities for a wide range of skill levels. Cycling is allowed on roadways and designated trails. In partnership with BC Parks, the North Okanagan Cycling Society has added a network of scenic multi-use trails. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Canoeing and Kayaking EasyRV parking available
Paddlers can explore sheltered coves and rocky headlands along the lakeshore. Canoes and kayaks are welcome at Ellison Park. There are several boat launches just 10 minutes from the park, though there are no boat launches or rentals at the park itself. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Sandy Beach Pet Area EasyRV parking available
Sandy Beach is the designated dog-friendly beach within the park. Sandy Beach, a beach you can attend with your leashed pet, is accessed from the trail leading out of the campground between sites 11 and 12. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
- Okanagan Lake Fishing EasyRV parking available
Anglers can cast for a variety of species from shore or by boat. Various freshwater fish are available in Okanagan Lake. Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. bcparks.ca/ellison-park/
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How to get to Ellison Provincial Park
The park is roughly 16 km from downtown Vernon, about a 20-minute drive, and approximately 60 km (one hour) from Kelowna. If northbound on Highway 97, turn left on 25th Avenue at the main intersection in downtown Vernon; the park is 16 km, or about 20 minutes, from that junction, following the blue and white VIP signs for Ellison Park. The final approach descends roughly 300 m down a steep grade to the campsites, making walk-in camping difficult in the off-season. For very large RVs (over 50 feet) the entrances to the pads may be narrow and there are a few low-hanging branches to watch out for. Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is the closest fly-and-rent hub.
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