Parks & Trails
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Parks & Trails
The parks systems consists of 27 Regional Parks and 3 Regional Trails. We manage over 580 hectares (1435 acres) of parkland for the public to enjoy.
Parks & Trails Updates
Pass Creek Campground Opens May 1, 2026
April 20, 2026
Pass Creek Campground is scheduled to open for the 2026 season on May 1, 2026.
To reserve a campground spot, please email passcreekcamping@gmail.com.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another great camping season at Pass Creek Campground.
2025 RDCK Parks & Trails Report is Here!
March 25, 2026
Explore the RDCK’s 2025 Parks & Trails Report and discover highlights from a busy year across our 27 regional parks and 3 trails. While this report captures some of the key projects, from park expansions and trail improvements to facility upgrades and environmental stewardship, it represents just a portion of the ongoing work happening throughout the system.
The report also includes recent park acquisitions and an updated parks map showcasing four upcoming parks, reflecting continued growth and investment in our regional park network.
Read the report and help us spread the word by sharing it with your community.
Regional Parks & Trails
3823 Goat Canyon Road
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Balfour Beach Regional Park
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Bigelow Bay Regional Park
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Bonnington Regional Park
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Brilliant Bridge Regional Park
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Cottonwood Lake Regional Park
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Crawford Creek Regional Park
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Crescent Valley Beach Regional Park
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Glacier Creek Regional Park
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Glade Regional Park
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Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park
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James Johnstone Regional Park
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Krestova Regional Park
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Lardeau Regional Park
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McDonalds Landing Regional Park
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Morning Mountain Regional Park
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Nelson Salmo Great Northern Trail
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Pass Creek Regional Park & Campground
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Pulpit Rock Access Regional Trail
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Riondel Regional Park
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Robson Boat Ramp Regional Park
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Rosebery Parklands Regional Park
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Rosebery to Three Forks Regional Trail (Galena Trail)
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Rosebud Lake Regional Park
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Sunshine Bay Regional Park
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Taghum Beach Regional Park
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Waterloo Eddy Regional Park
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Winlaw Regional & Nature Park
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Park Amenity Donations
Contributions to the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s (RDCK) Amenity Donation Program enhances the enjoyment of regional parks and trails. Celebrate friends, family and memorable events with an inscribed plaque on a donated bench or picnic table.
How to reach us:
Regional Parks
Regional District of Central Kootenay
Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson V1L 5R4
Phone: (250) 352-1574
Email: parks@rdck.bc.ca
Feedback
We would like your feedback so that we can continue to improve the quality of your park experience!