Thank you for your interest in staying at the Kimberley Riverside Campground!

Our Campground is OPEN with full services from early APRIL through to mid OCTOBER (exact opening & closing dates are weather dependent - please call our office to confirm 1-877-999-2929). We are accepting reservations for 2010; however, please note fall/winter office hours are limited so there may be a delay in response time. The easiest way to make a reservation is to fill out and submit our 'online' reservation form found on the 'Reservations' page.

Exciting news!!

#1 St Mary Lake road has been repaved, so you will not have to dodge bumps and pot holes en route to the campground any more!
#2 Kimberley Riverside Campground now has Facebook. Please add us as a friend on Facebook to see more pictures and information about the campground! Kimberley Riverside Campground Facebook Account, you can also become a fan of our campground to stay up to date on latest news! Kimberley Riverside Campground Facebook FanPage

The Kimberley Riverside Campground would like to sincerely thank you for your reservations with us and we look forward to your visit.

    To give you a better understanding of the facilities and amenities at the campground, and the Kimberley area, please see the following information:

    The Kimberley Riverside Campground is owned by the City of Kimberley, but is operated by the Kimberley Community Development Society as a non-profit organization. The Resort Campground is located only 8 minutes drive from Kimberley's downtown center. Nestled in the pristine St. Mary River valley, the campground offers incredible scenery, quiet & relaxing surroundings and endless opportunities for all to enjoy.

    Our commitment to the Environment - Another great reason to stay at the Kimberley Riverside Campground... Our staff prides itself on our efforts to maintain an environmentally-friendly resort for our guests to enjoy. Our pool is heated by Passive-Solar panels which is a process that requires almost no energy at all. Our office staff goes to great lengths to recycle and re-use paper and our cleaning crews use natural and environmentally safe Green-Seal Certified cleaning supplies. Our toilet paper and paper towels are all made from recyclable materials and we have recycling stations throughout the campground for paper, plastic, cardboard and all types of cans and bottles. We have some of the most environmentally-friendly toilets on the market which utilize a low-volume pressure assist tank and we use low-energy CF lightbulbs. If you have any questions about our efforts to help protect the environment, please ask the staff when you drop in at our office!



    Campground Amenity Descriptions

    Resort Pool — Enjoy our FREE heated outdoor pool, which opened in spring of 2005. Features include: An intriguing octagonal shape with a child friendly gradiant depth to 4 feet; built in benches along the inside of the pool wall, a gentle pool entry ramp, and hand railings. Furnished with lounge chairs & shadded pergola, the huge poolside deck and viewing area creates the perfect place to sit and relax in the sun or shade. The resort pool is open from mid-June to mid-September. Coming soon - Pool side Ping Pong table.

    Disc Golf Course — What golf?? That's right, disc golf. This is a must try exciting new sport. If you like traditional golf or mini golf, this is the next sport to try. Disc golf is played much like traditional golf. However, instead of a ball and clubs, players use a specially designed flying disc, or Frisbee. The objective is to complete the hole in the fewest number of stokes (or, in the case of disc golf, the fewest number of throws).

    There are tee off boxes where you throw from, fairways in the form of nature trails, and instead of greens with a hole, you must hit a target on a pole. As players progress down the fairway, he or she must make each consecutive shot from the spot where the previous throw has landed. Trees, shrubs, and varying terrain in each fairway provide challenging obstacles for the golfer. Each target pole is marked with a flag and numbered. There are currently 12 holes in all. Disc golf is definitely a blast for all ages and no previous experience is necessary. For more information of this new and exciting sport please visit the Professional Disc Golf Association web site at www.pdga.com.

    Playground and Recreation Park — Take a walk down to the park and enjoy the many activities to choose from. The children's playground is equipped with giant swings, monkey bars, a slide and spring riders. Get your family and friends together for a game of bocce, horseshoes, basketball, or sand volleyball at the recreation area. If you just want to relax, enjoy a simple BBQ and picnic along the scenic St Mary's river.

    Picnic and BBQ Shelter — We have constructed a brand new timber framed picnic shelter, which is perfect for group gatherings and events. It is also the ideal place to seek shelter from the heat or those fair weather days.

    Walking and Hiking Trails — Over 4 kms of walking and hiking trails are spread throughout the campground, with more in the works! Bring your camera and check out the many scenic viewpoints as you stroll along the river or on the high trails overlooking the Rocky Mountains to the east and the St. Mary River Valley to the west. Plans have already begun for interpretive check points through out the trails to learn of the diverse ecology and natural history of the area. Ask our office staff for maps and specific details.

    Kimberley Nature Park — Is one of the largest municipal parks in Canada at 800 hectare (1800 acre) in size. Located entirely within the City boundaries it lies adjacent to the campground. Its varied terrain and diverse ecosystems provide endless opportunities for recreation and education. Several dozen kilometres of multi-use trails, criss-cross the forested hillsides, linking small ponds and panoramic viewpoints into a unique soft-wilderness experience for residents and visitors alike!(KNPS, 2004, [online])

    Fishing from shore — The St. Mary River is home to some of the best fly-fishing in North America. Some great little fishing holes are to be found throughout the campground. The St. Mary River, flowing along the campground, is fly-fishing - catch and release only. For more information visit www.stmaryangler.com
    Please see current B.C. fishing regulations in the office.

    Adventure Recreation Desk

    River Rafting— “ Looking for adventure? Choose from a variety of awesome river rafting tours at our office. Trips are lead by Professional river rafting guides and tours run daily at 2:00pm. Great for families, friends, one person or a whole group. We also do bookings, just pop into the office for more information.
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    Other activities that can be arranged for you group include: horseback riding, fly fishing tours, and ATV tours. Information on Mountain Biking and Hiking trails, Mtn. Bike rentals, river kayaking & canoeing can also be found at our office. After the excitement, relax with a visit to one of Kimberley's spas!



    Kimberley Calendar of Festivals & Events 2010 .

    Please note that these dates are tenative and subject to change. To confirm the exact dates of events, please contact the Kimberley Chamber of Commerce at (250) 427-3666.

    Spring:
    Spring Splash at the Kimberley Alpine Resort April 3-4, 2010
    Earth Day April 19, 2010
    Marysville Daze June 5-6, 2010


    Summer:
    Nature Park Week June 6-13, 2010
    Uphill Long Drive Competition (RCR) June (TBC) 2010
    Sunday Market in the Platzl June 20, 2010 - Sept 5, 2010 10:00AM - 2:00PM
    Kimberley Garden Festival July 4, 2010
    Kimberley Old Time Accordion Championships July 5-10, 2010
    Kimberley's 36th Annual JULYFEST! July 16-18, 2010
    Golf Kimberley's ''Festival of Golf'' July (TBC), 2010
    Kimberley Arts Festival/Arts on the Edge August 7, 2010
    Kimberley Music Festival August 21, 2010, 2010
    Fall:
    Kimberley Community Fair September 25-26, 2010


    Season update: (As of June 15, 2010)


      New must see Kimberley Attractions

      New! Kimberley's 'Rails to Trails'!
      What was once an abandoned CP Railway between Kimberley and Cranbrook has been converted into 30 kilometres of paved trails, great for biking, walking, running, and roller-blading! With no steep hills, this trail isn't too challenging. It offers spectacular scenic views of the Rocky Mountains and surrounding area, and is definitely a great activity for a sunny day!

      The Kimberley Underground Mining Railway & Interpretive Tour (opened spring 2007!). Travel by train from downtown Kimberley up the beautiful Mark Creek Valley, take a detour through a 750' underground tunnel, with stops inside the tunnel to view actual mining equipment, and then pop out the other end on route to the base of the Kimberley Alpine ski Resort. This is a must see (see link to website below).

      The New City of Kimberley Aquatic Center; another must see amenity for the whole family to enjoy. Includes; 5 lane lap pool, hot tub, sauna and children's water feature area with a lazy river - guaranteed blast! (see link to website below).

      Kimberley's brand-new Skate Park opened in fall 2007! Its a great recreational facility to bring the kids for skateboarding, biking, and rollerblading! The outdoor park showcases a wide variety of ramps and rails for use, whether your a pro showing off your skills, or just a beginner! The Kimberley Skate park is located on Rotary Drive.