Skip to content

Camping fees going up

BC Parks

To maintain high service levels in B.C. provincial parks for an increasing number of visitors, the provincial government announced plans to raise camping fees this week.

The new fee structure will be in place as of March 15.

While the fee schedule varies, the vast majority of provincial campsites will see a $2 per night increase, while others will see slightly larger increase in price, to a maximum of $5 per night. The last system-wide increase was in 2010.

According to the province, fee increases are nominal to ensure camping remains affordable for families and visitors enjoying B.C.’s world class parks system — one of the largest protected areas systems in the world.

For a complete list of campgrounds and updated fees, see www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/fees/userfees.pdf

The increase is expected to generate $1.3 million this year for B.C.’s protected areas system. All revenue from the increased fees will be put back into maintaining and enhancing the parks system.

There are no increases to fees for sani-stations, mooring buoys, backcountry camping, picnic shelters or group camping.

Parking remains free in all provincial parks.

“British Columbia’s world-renowned parks provide superb recreational opportunities for visitors from throughout the province and around the world,” said Mary Polak, Minister of Environment. “From diverse terrain to temperate climate, our parks are truly a unique treasure. By increasing user fees in campgrounds, campers who use the parks system are helping to keep it sustainable for future generations to enjoy.”

For more information about B.C.’s provincial parks, see www.bcparks.ca.