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

After a long winter, we are excited to say our Campground is now open for the 2008 season and will remain open until mid-late October (weather pending). We look forward to your reservation request and visit this season.

We still have available sites for the Canada Day Long Weekend (June 27-30), so start your summer camping season in Kimberley, BC.
    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 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!

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    Campground Resort Amenities at a Glance

    • Comfortable, clean & quite setting
    • Spectacular mountain & river scenery
    • 140 spacious, private sites (46 pull throughs)
    • Power / Water / Sewer
    • 15-50 Amp Electrical Service
    • Sani-Station
    • Tenting - walk in or drive in options
    • Fire pit & Picnic table at each site
    • Clean modern washroom facilities
    • Free hot showers
    • Internet access (at the office)
    • Convenience store / Laundry
    • New Resort pool
    • New Picnic & BBQ Shelter
    • Pet Friendly
    • Bocci pits, horseshoes, sand volleyball, basketball, ping pong (all free for registered guests!)
    • 12 hole disc golf course
    • Adjacent to the Kimberley Nature Park for endless hiking & biking trails
    • In close proximity to; St Mary Lake (10 minutes) and Wasa Lake (25 minutes).
    • Children’s playground & Recreation park
    • Minutes from City of Kimberley for shopping, dining, arts & culture
    • 4 World Class Golf Courses – just minutes away!


    Campground Amenity Descriptions

    Resort Pool – We are happy to announce the addition of a brand new resort 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. Coming soon - Childrens slide.

    Disc Golf Course – “What golf” – That’s right, disc golf. This is a must try exciting new sport. If you like traditional ball 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.

    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 the adventure recreation desk. After the excitement, relax with at a Kimberley spa!



    Kimberley Calendar of Festivals & Events 2008

    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 5 - 6, 2008
    Earth Day April 21, 2008
    Kimberley Jazz & Ragtime Festival June 6 - 7, 2008
    Marysville Daze June 6 - 7, 2008


    Summer:
    Nature Park Week June 8 - 15, 2008
    Kimberley Relay For Life: 12 Hour Overnight Rleay for Cancer June 14, 2008
    Uphill Long Drive Competition (RCR) June 25 2008
    Kimberley Garden Festival July 6, 2008
    Kimberley Old Time Accordion Championships July 7 - 13, 2008
    Kimberley’s 35th Annual JULYFEST! July 18 - 20, 2008
    Golf Kimberley’s “Festival of Golf” July 21-27, 2008
    Kimberley Summer Theatre Productions
    (Centre 64)    		 July 8 - August 16, 2008
    Kimberley Summer Theatre Vaudeville Show
    (Free show in the Platzl)    		 July 8 – August 16, 2008
    Kimberley Arts Festival/Arts on the Edge August 8 - 10, 2008
    Fall:
    Kimberley International Music & Dance Festival (Folk Fest) August 30 - 31, 2008
    Kimberley Community Fair September 27 - 28, 2008


    Season update: (As of June 1, 2008)


      'Kimberley's newest attraction, opened spring 2007'
      The Kimberley Underground Mining Railway & Interpretive Tour. 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).

      New to the 2008 season! Kimberley's brand-new Skate Park just recentley 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.

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        Where are we located?

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        North Entrance
        On Hwy 95A (Radium to Kimberley), turn left at the only downtown traffic light intersection. Drive south on Hwy 95A for approximately 5.7 kms (3.4 mi). Turn right onto St. Mary Lake Road and follow signs for approximately 2.9 kms (1.7 mi).

        South Entrance
        On Hwy 95A (Cranbrook to Kimberley), proceed through Marysville (South Kimberley) Just after Signal Collision, turn left onto St. Mary Lake Road and follow signs for approximately 2.6 kms (1.7mi).

        Testimonials - here are a few guest comments to enjoy...

        'This campsite has it all – fishing on the river – canoeing on the lake – access to town. This has been a remarkable trip for parents and children alike.'

        'Thank you for leaving the campground in a natural state with wildflowers, lots of trees and spacious sites.'

        'Excellent and very well maintained campground. We are long time returning guests and highly recommend it to friends, family and other campers!'

        'If you are looking for a great getaway with awesome views & staff, I highly recommend this campsite. Thanks for everything.'

        'This is defiantly the nicest campground in the area!'

        'Excellent price and value. Loved the free pool and showers. Very reasonable rates.'

        'Beautiful facility- everything you need and more. The hospitality was outstanding.'

        'Very pleasant, friendly, easy-going and helpful staff. Keep up the good work!'

        'An exceptional place to stay – absolutely love coming here.'

        'One of the best campgrounds we have stayed at! It’s clean, affordable, has excellent facilities, organized and was very enjoyable.'

        'What a nice surprise for a campsite. Lots of room and privacy, also very clean!'

        'We really enjoyed our stay here! Grounds were incredibly clean and the staff is so helpful and friendly.'


        Thank you to everyone that has stayed with us.. If you didn’t get a chance to fill out a comment card, please feel free to email us any suggestions and/or comments. They are very appreciated and keep us on our toes!


        Group bookings welcomed

        The Kimberley Riverside Campground is the ideal setting for family reunions and special group gatherings. Park facilities, picnic shelter and BBQ can be reserved for your group function.
        We look forward to having you spend your next holiday with us! Thank you Sincerely,

        Management and Staff
        Kimberley Riverside Campground & RV Resort.