Murphy's Gold Creek Campground

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Aerial shot of the remote area
Aerial shot of the remote area
Peaceful views from the creek
Family-friendly camping
Pitches
Pitches
Pitches
Hammock for relaxing by the creek
Entrance and main house
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Peaceful views from the creek
Family-friendly camping
Pitches

  • Remote campsite in a good stargazing area in the Canadian Rockies
  • Horse riding, fishing, hiking and cycling within 45 minutes’ drive
  • Dog-friendly pitches, hot tub and forest walks; shops 20 mins’ drive
When you’re looking to get far, far away from everyone and everything in British Columbia, take a look at Murphy’s Gold Creek Ranch. This forested 25-acre property sits next to a mountain creek 20 minutes’ drive from the small town of Cranbrook, and caters for all comers – family tent campers, RVers and van-lifers – looking for peace, the soothing burble of water and the chance to spot wildlife about the place. Depending on how social/anti-social you feel, you can camp right by the stream, out in an open field or tucked away up the valley among the trees. Wherever you settle, you’ll have private, tree-shaded pitches, a hot tub for relaxing in and dramatically star-studded skies on clear nights. There are firepits to cosy up around and lots of rural space to explore – your dogs are welcome to join you on forays into the forest too. The short roster of facilities includes drinking water, showers and picnic tables; there’s a decent wifi service too – and of course, all the shops, supermarkets, cafés and outdoor adventure hubs of Cranbrook are conveniently just down the road. Several high-end golf courses are within half an hour's drive of the site for golfers, and for keen walkers, there are hiking trails in all directions. For lakes and their beaches, head to the East Kootenay region, from around an hour and 20 minutes' drive.

Site type

Tent pitches 75
Touring caravan pitches 75
Motorhome pitches 75
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

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Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

General

  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • The sauna (and/or hammam) is open between 01/04 and 08/08.

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Vehicles

  • Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Stunning, peaceful location. Owners very welcoming. Feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. Loved it!

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Features

Portable toilet

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Sauna TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Level site, no steep slopes Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Murphy's Gold Creek Campground

7087 Gold Creek Road

Cranbrook

British Columbia

Canada

V1C 6Z4

Directions

Timezone

America/Edmonton Mountain Daylight Time (GMT-06:00)

GPS

49.38896°N
115.60539°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

This is a handy base for exploring the Kootenay Rockies (45 minutes’ drive) in the remote southeast corner of British Columbia. There are numerous hiking and cycling trails to choose from, which are suitable for all levels of experience and ages. If your kids are too young for mountain adventures, you can take them to Wapiti Lake Recreation Site (35 minutes) for stunning alpine views plus a paddle in the pristine water. You can also drive all the way up Mount Baker (25 minutes) for vistas over peaks disappearing onto the horizon. If you prefer hanging out close to base camp, play golf at Cranbrook (25 minutes), or go riding (35 minutes) on forested trails. Let the kids practise their moves at the Kimberley Bike Park (45 minutes) or introduce them to fishing at the Kootenay Trout Hatchery and Visitor Centre (35 minutes). If you’re staying over in winter, you can ski or board in Kimberley Nature Park (45 minutes).
(within 6.2 mi)
Cashpoint (within 20 mi)

Local services

  • TD Canada Trust 11.3 mi

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Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Murphy's Gold Creek Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Murphy's Gold Creek Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Murphy's Gold Creek Campground? This is a handy base for exploring the Kootenay Rockies (45 minutes’ drive) in the remote southeast corner of British Columbia. There are numerous hiking and cycling trails to choose from, which … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Murphy's Gold Creek Campground?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Murphy's Gold Creek Campground? From £32.95 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.