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Camping is for everyone. Here's how to get out there.

There's no one way to reach a campsite in BC — you can drive right up, paddle to a hidden cove, or earn an alpine lake on foot. Here's what each one means, what you'll need, and how to stay safe.

Ways to get there

Pick how you like to travel — each links to those sites on the map.

You won't just see frogs 🐸

Ribbit's the mascot, but you'll meet the whole crew out there. Give them a poke. (No frogs were over-promised.)

🐸Spring peeperevery pond
🐋Orcapaddle-in coast
🦦Sea ottermarine parks
🐻Black bearbackcountry
🦅Bald eaglelakeshores
🦌Black-tail deerfrontcountry
🦫Marmotthe alpine
Gear

Pack the Ten Essentials

Drive-up camping needs little more than a tent and a cooler. The further you get from the car, the more these ten matter. Build the habit and you'll never be caught out.

Start with an easy drive-up →
Navigation (map, compass, GPS)
Headlamp + spare batteries
Sun protection
First-aid kit
Knife + repair tape
Fire (lighter, matches)
Emergency shelter
Extra food
Extra water + a way to treat it
Extra warm + rain layers
Stay safe

Backcountry basics

Tell someone your plan

Leave your route and return time with a friend. Cell service is rare out there.

Check weather & fire bans

Conditions flip fast in the mountains. Know the forecast and any campfire bans before you go.

Be bear aware

Store food in lockers or hang it, cook away from your tent, carry spray and know how to use it.

Treat your water

Filter, boil or use tablets — even crystal-clear alpine streams can carry giardia.

Know your limits

Turn back when the weather, the light or your legs say so. The summit will still be there.

Leave No Trace

Keep it wild for the next camper

The whole point is that it's still here next year. The seven principles, in short:

1. Plan ahead and prepare2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces3. Pack out everything you pack in4. Leave what you find5. Minimize campfire impact6. Respect wildlife — watch from afar7. Be considerate of other campers

Ready when you are.

Find your first campsite