McDonald Creek Provincial Park - Canada
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Best time to visit McDonald Creek Provincial Park
July and August are the prime months for an RV visit. At peak season during July and August when the water is high, the beach is sandy and popular for sunbathing, swimming and beachcombing. Late August into mid September is a strong shoulder-season choice for RVers seeking thinner crowds, and spawning kokanee in the creek become a point of interest in early fall. In the spring during low water, the shoreline is muddy and not considered attractive to swimmers, so early-season trips are better for fishing and wildlife than beach time.
Campground closed, no services
Campground closed, no services
Campground closed, no services
Campground closed early in month; low water, muddy shoreline
Operating season typically begins mid-month
Warming lake levels, reservations recommended
Peak season, sandy beach, book well ahead
Peak season; wildfire smoke possible, check advisories
Shoulder season, kokanee spawning in creek; campground closes early September
Campground closed, no services
Campground closed, no services
Campground closed, no services
Things to do at McDonald Creek Provincial Park
- McDonald Creek Nature Trail EasyRV parking available
A short loop hike from the campground to the park's namesake creek. The trail leads from the north end of the campground to McDonald Creek; the first loop is a 2 km nature trail and can be extended by continuing onto the McDonald Creek trail which loops further northward past the creek. Total hiking time is 45 to 60 minutes, and the trail is wide with mostly flat terrain suitable for off-road bicycles and strollers. bcparks.ca/mcdonald-creek-park/
- Swimming and Beachcombing EasyRV parking available
Enjoy the park's signature sandy beach along Upper Arrow Lake. The park features several kilometres of fine sandy beach, waterfront sites and open grassy meadows. There is no roped-off swimming area and no lifeguards on duty. bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/mcdonald_crk/index.html
- Fishing on Arrow Lake EasyRV parking available
Cast for lake fish from shore or boat. There are kokanee salmon, as well as bull and rainbow trout angling opportunities at this park. Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. bcparks.ca/mcdonald-creek-park/
- Boating, Waterskiing and Jet Skiing EasyRV parking available
Arrow Lake is a major draw for motorized watersports, with excellent waterskiing and jet skiing opportunities on the Arrow Lakes. The boat launch is at the south end of the park; the concrete plank single-wide ramp is only useable during high water, with a nearby 25-vehicle lot available for overnight parking. bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/mcdonald_crk/index.html
- Kokanee Spawning Viewing EasyRV parking available
Watch spawning salmon in McDonald Creek during late summer and early fall. During the fall, watch carefully for spawning kokanee salmon in the creek, which spawn in the alluvial fan habitat protected on the east side of the park. bcparks.ca/mcdonald-creek-park/
- Windsurfing ModerateRV parking available
Take advantage of open water and afternoon winds on the reservoir. The park's sandy shoreline makes rigging and launching straightforward during high-water periods on the Arrow Lakes. bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/mcdonald_crk/index.html
- Wildlife Viewing EasyRV parking available
Spot small mammals along the trails and watch for ungulates in the off-season. The park supports populations of small mammals, and its west side provides critical winter range for deer and elk that may be observed from the highway corridor. bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/mcdonald_crk/index.html
- Day Trip to Nakusp EasyRV parking available
Combine camping with a short drive into town for supplies and hot springs. The closest phone and store is in Nakusp, roughly a 15 minute drive north on Highway 6. Nakusp Hot Springs and the village waterfront make popular add-ons to an RV stay. bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/mcdonald_crk/index.html
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McDonald Creek Provincial Park, BC, Canada
How to get to McDonald Creek Provincial Park
The park sits on Highway 6 in BC's southern interior, 10 km south of Nakusp. The closest phone and store is in Nakusp, roughly a 15 minute drive north on Highway 6. From Kelowna, plan roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via Highway 97, Highway 6 and the Needles-Fauquier free inland ferry across Lower Arrow Lake, which accommodates RVs but can involve wait times in summer. Drivers from Revelstoke (about 2 hours north) should prepare for winding mountain highway sections with limited passing lanes; the nearest major airports for fly-and-rent RV trips are Kelowna International (YLW) and Castlegar (YCG).
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