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250 548-0076
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During a campfire ban, smoking is restricted in all public areas of a park or protected area. Please read this Information Bulletin.
Bromley Rock Provincial Park
Attention Visitors – Important Notice!
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Boil Water Advisory in effect until further notice
About This Park
A striking rock bluff along the Similkameen River provides a focus for this tiny park.
The campsites are located in a pleasantly-forested site along the Similkameen River. Tubing is also popular here giving a downstream route to Stemwinder Provincial Park.
Hiking in the area affords good views of the Similkameen Valley.
Established Date: March 16, 1956
Park Size: 154 hectares
Know Before You Go
Special Notes
- The closest store is in Hedley, roughly 15 km east of the park, or Princeton, 21km west.
- The park has no phone.
Reservations
All campsite reservations must be made through Discover Camping. When reservations are not available all campsites function as first-come, first-served.
Campsite Reservations
Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.
Location and Maps
Please note: Any maps listed are for information only; they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
The park is located 21 km east of Princeton, on Hwy #3. The nearest community, town or city is Princeton.
Nature and Culture
- History: The park was established March 16, 1956. Bromley Rock is a traditional First Nations fishing site.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Management Planning
- Management Planning Information
- Approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan [PDF] for Bromley Rock Provincial Park
Activities Available at this Park
Canoeing
This is a well known kayaking starting point on the Similkameen River. You must portage your canoe or kayak to the river. Spring conditions are best.
Cycling
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
There are fishing opportunities at this park, though the Similkameen River has a bait ban from April 1–October 31 and wild rainbow trout must be released from this area. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Pets on Leash
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. There is no designated dog beach but there are many areas for swimming downstream from the sandy beach. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Swimming
There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. Swimming is in the Similkameen River and, as such, caution should be taken depending on the strength of the current. There are no swim buoys or ropes to designate the swimming area. Diving from the cliffs across the river from the beach is prohibited.
Facilities Available at this Park
Accessibility
One pit toilet in the campground and one in the day-use area are wheelchair-accessible. Roads and paths to the pit toilets are paved.
Campfires
While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
Drinking Water
There is one hand pump for water located near the info shelter.
Picnic Areas
The day-use/picnic area is west of the campground, also along the Similkameen. It features 19 tables and a 29 car parking lot. Many of the tables are spread out amidst two old growth Douglas fir which provide ample shade on hot days while the remainder are found along a strip of lawn shaded by smaller deciduous trees and overlooking the river. The lawn is not irrigated. There are two pit toilets, one of which is wheelchair-accessible. There is no tap in the day-use area. Concrete stairs lead from the parking lot down to the river and a large beach of fine sand. After spring freshet when water levels are lower, the rocky bluffs that jut into the river create a quiet pool, perfect for swimming. The beach is quite large throughout the summer, though size varies with water level.
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park has 4 pit toilets in the campground and 2 pit toilets in the day-use area. There are no flush toilets.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
This park offers 17 vehicle-accessible campsites. There are three pull-through sites but no doubles. Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are available. If no staff are present, campers can self-register and put their fee in the self-registration vault. The sites are mid-sized and shaded by large Douglas fir, though the understory is sparse leaving the campground quite open and limiting privacy somewhat. Half of the sites are situated along the top of the river bank and the gravel pads have been raised above the surrounding terrain. The slope to the river is steep.
Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $23.00 per party / night
BC Senior’s Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $11.50 per senior party/night. Read the User Fees Policy for information on Senior Camping Discounts.
