Explore BC Outdoors
Description
BC has some of the world's best provincial and national parks. Campsites open exactly three months before your arrival date and popular spots like Joffre Lakes or Garibaldi fill up within minutes, so plan the booking date backwards from the trip you want.
In person
N/A
Online
15–20 min
What to do
1.
Create an account on the BC Parks Reservation Service website
2.
Mark your calendar for 7:00 AM, exactly 3 months before your planned arrival date
3.
Check for 'Day-Use Passes' requirements — some popular parks near Vancouver require a free pass during peak season
4.
Download the 'Canoo' app if you are a new Permanent Resident or new Citizen for free entry to National Parks
Tips
Be online at exactly 7:00 AM Pacific
BC Parks reservations open precisely 3 months before the desired arrival date at 7:00 AM Pacific. Add the site to your cart before 7 AM, then refresh and complete payment at exactly 7:00 AM.
Day Use Pass for provincial parks
If you are day-hiking in BC Provincial Parks (no camping), a 'BC Parks Day Use Pass' is free but sometimes required for busy sites — reserve it in advance on the BC Parks website.