oTENTiks
Kootenay National Park
Part tent, part cabin, oTENTiks are exclusive to Parks Canada. They provide the basic comforts of home in a mountain setting. Learn more below about the oTENTik features, reservations, campground amenities, and campground regulations.
Site bookings:
- Reservation launch: Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 8 am MT
- Prepare for launch day
Reserve:
- Online 24/7: Parks Canada Reservation Service
- By calling: 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783)
2025 operating season, oTENTiks: May 16 to September 21, 2025 All oTENTiks are conveniently located in Redstreak campground's A-Loop. Redstreak Campground is located 2.5 km above the village of Radium Hot Springs on a sunny plateau. The campground occupies 90 acres of woodland, with short trails offering spectacular views of the Columbia Valley. A network of easy trails connects the campground to the village of Radium Hot Springs, the Radium Hot Springs pools, and the Letwilc7úl̓ecw interpretive trail. Don’t forget to join Parks Canada’s interpreters for free evening programs at the campground theatre. Programs change daily. Visit the Kootenay National Park Visitor Centre or Redstreak campground kiosk for up-to-date information.oTENTik features
To prevent wildlife incidents, food preparation, storage, eating, drinking, or cooking is not permitted inside of the oTENTik When not being consumed or used, all food, pet food, toiletries and items that may attract wildlife must be kept in your vehicle or hard-sided trailer. Coolers are not bear proof. "Bare" campsite program We work hard to ensure that visitors get a good night’s sleep. Please remember, even quiet conversations can carry through a forested area. Excessive noise is not permitted at any time of the day. Please report disturbances to the wardens or park staff. Generators are permitted daily between 9 am and 10:30 am; and, 5 pm and 7 pm only. From May to September, a number of policies are in place to ensure visitors get a good night's sleep. Daily fire bans are in effect during quiet hours. Please keep your campfire safe for you and the environment by following these rules: Pets are not permitted within the oTENTiks. To keep pets and wildlife safe, your pets must be leashed at all times and not left unattended. Pet food should be stored inside your vehicle. From May to September, a number of policies are in place to ensure visitors get a good night's sleep. Daily alcohol and cannabis consumption bans are in effect during quiet hours. On long weekends, a full consumption and possession ban on alcohol and cannabis will also be in effect. Alcohol and cannabis consumption is prohibited on long weekends: Victoria Day (May), British Columbia Day (August), and Labour Day (September). In Parks Canada campgrounds, non-medical cannabis and alcohol consumption is limited to the visitor’s campsite. Smoking and vaping is not permitted in campground within 6 m of common areas (such as playgrounds, kitchen shelters, washrooms, trails, or roads.) Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the oTENTik. You can be a good neighbour and have a great camping experience by respecting the following guidelines: Camping regulations
Basic information
Food
Campers who fail to comply with the "Bare" Campsite Program may have their camping permit revoked, without a refund. They may also be charged under the Canada National Parks Act. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring the campsite is maintained in a satisfactory condition. Quiet hours
Generators
Campfires
Pets
Alcohol and cannabis
Campground etiquette
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