Haynes Point Provincial Park
Haynes Point Provincial Park
4.5
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Measuring about 60 feet across, this natural spit of land stretches out into the middle of a lake providing views of both Canada and the United States.
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Tricia W
Vancouver, Canada56 contributions
Jul 2020
We loved Haynes Point! Such a great camping site - it's easy to understand why it's always so hard to book a spot there. Right on the lake with duck families swimming past all day long.
There were only 3 outhouses for the whole site so the lineups could get quite long, and the campground hosts were quite rude when doing their rounds - not exactly the customer service you would expect from people who work with the public every day.
There were only 3 outhouses for the whole site so the lineups could get quite long, and the campground hosts were quite rude when doing their rounds - not exactly the customer service you would expect from people who work with the public every day.
Written August 25, 2020
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MytravelsVancouver
Vancouver5 contributions
Aug 2022
My Wife, Daughter, Son-in-law, two young Grandchildren and myself stayed at Haynes Point (Double Site 2 &3) commencing Monday, August 22nd, 2022. We have camped at this location many times over the years as well as many other Parks in BC. This experience was, without a doubt, the worst ever. As a matter of fact my Grandchildren couldn't stand the rotten fish smell and refused to go swimming amongst the dozens of dead salmon washed up along the shore and floating just off the shore to the point that they actually left a day early. It had a major negative effect on all of us the entire time we were there and especially when we were eating our meals. I called "Bob" the Park Manager (?) Tuesday Morning after seeing Park Staff throwing bags of dead fish into the garbage bin; which was located directly across from our Campsites. He claimed he was not aware of the problem and would 'look into it'. My Daughter also called (unbeknownst to me), and was told he would "look after it". I called again later that day and the next day and was assured he had 'looked after it by instructing the staff not to dump fish in the large garbage bin and that they were also supposedly instructed to pour bleach into the dumpster; which never took place the entire time we were there, and they didn't stop dumping the dead, rotting fish into the dumpster either; nor did they retrieve the dozens & dozens of dead fish from along the shore directly butting up against all the campsites. We were also told that someone had been hired to clean up the dead fish, and that also never happened. It was totally disgusting and unacceptable the way the whole problem was handled by management and staff. Especially did not appreciate being lied to.
Written August 31, 2022
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billybob101
Vancouver, Canada659 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
I guess I should have researched this place a bit more but it’s essentially like waking through a crowded campground (at least when we visited in July). While the land itself would be beautiful and unique, unfortunately it’s dominated by asphalt, tents and camper trailers. Can’t help but think how special this place would be as a true park with only limited foot access. Probably a great place to camp, alas it’s a poor park to visit / hike.
Written July 5, 2020
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Jon V
Brentwood Bay, BC11 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
We stayed for 3 nights after the labour day weekend when all sites where first-come-first served. The campground is about 10 min outside of Osoyoos so we did a drive by at 8h30am to see what the place looked like. Glad we did as there were already 6 motorhomes circling the campground looking for a site. We lucked out a got a beach spot. Vehicles circled the campground looking for a spot every morning throughout the duration of our stay. If you come during the FCFS season, come early to try and get a spot!
We stayed on the North side of Haynes point on the beach. A nice spot but not much cover from the sun. Our sun shelter was invaluable, though be sure to pack it up at night as the campground can get very windy.
Swimming around the point is very cool. The point extends 90% accross the lake and is no more than 2 ft deep. Its really neat to walk out on a calm day.
We found the beach on the North side to be much more private than South, though the South side is more sandy. Being more private, the North side is better if you have a dog. The middle sites are best when its windy as they get much more shelter.
We stayed on the North side of Haynes point on the beach. A nice spot but not much cover from the sun. Our sun shelter was invaluable, though be sure to pack it up at night as the campground can get very windy.
Swimming around the point is very cool. The point extends 90% accross the lake and is no more than 2 ft deep. Its really neat to walk out on a calm day.
We found the beach on the North side to be much more private than South, though the South side is more sandy. Being more private, the North side is better if you have a dog. The middle sites are best when its windy as they get much more shelter.
Written September 10, 2013
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Donna F
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Aug 2017 • Family
I was sitting outside alone when Ken the manager came along.,...he was rude and told me I could only stay one night! My parents came in their motorhome and me in mine, we tried to get into the campsites but they were all full, so we were parked in the overflow sites. Everyone around us stayed as long as they liked.......but somehow the manager decided we were only staying one night. We phoned campsites in Oliver and reserved for the next two nights. Meanwhile, Lynn and Mike cane along and told us we could stay as long as we Liked! Really? Shame on you Ken for being judgemental and rude! We stayed three nights thanks to Lynn and Mike. Thanks for being so nice! You guys truly love your job! We will come back because of Lynn and Mike!
Written August 31, 2017
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JK_YYC
Calgary, Canada50 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Book early as this campground fills up quickly for the season!
After reading other reviews about the wind warnings on TripAdvisor about Haynes Point, we were lucky enough to book site 13 on the south side. A few hours into our two night stay, we were very happy and comfortable on the south side because of the high winds from the north.
In the evening, the winds picked up even more and we did not experience the Gale force winds the north side received – lucky us!
Please note: Although there are flush toilets here, there are no showers; however, a quick trip into town, there are showers at the community recreation centre and the Husky Truck Stop both costing $7 per shower.
After reading other reviews about the wind warnings on TripAdvisor about Haynes Point, we were lucky enough to book site 13 on the south side. A few hours into our two night stay, we were very happy and comfortable on the south side because of the high winds from the north.
In the evening, the winds picked up even more and we did not experience the Gale force winds the north side received – lucky us!
Please note: Although there are flush toilets here, there are no showers; however, a quick trip into town, there are showers at the community recreation centre and the Husky Truck Stop both costing $7 per shower.
Written July 25, 2015
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Rob
BC468 contributions
Jul 2013
Love it, the heat of the southern Okanagan is great, Haynes Point campground surrounded by water rounds out this place perfectly. Most of the campsites are right on the water and the ones on the north side almost create the feel of having your own private beach on the lake. Most of the sites on the south side are on the 'public' beach access part.
Draw backs are (for RV'ers) no sanidump or water supply to fill your fresh tank. The closest spot is the Husky on the highway as you enter town from the north. The second is the turn off is easy to miss as it looks like (and is) a residential street, the park is at the end of the street. The last is nothing that can be changed, but watch out for high winds and roll up your awning if you are going away, it can get extremely windy at a moments notice.
Beautiful park in a beautifully unique part of BC.
Draw backs are (for RV'ers) no sanidump or water supply to fill your fresh tank. The closest spot is the Husky on the highway as you enter town from the north. The second is the turn off is easy to miss as it looks like (and is) a residential street, the park is at the end of the street. The last is nothing that can be changed, but watch out for high winds and roll up your awning if you are going away, it can get extremely windy at a moments notice.
Beautiful park in a beautifully unique part of BC.
Written July 27, 2013
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Gareth F
Vancouver, Canada40 contributions
Jul 2013
We have stayed in this camp ground several times and it has always been very windy. So much so, that it makes camping there a stressfull experience. The swimming is nice but there are large patches of underwater weeds to conteend with. Be careful on land because there are patches of poison ivy all over the cam ground! The day use area is a nice place to take the digs for a walkor a swim and there is a beautiful wetland boardwalk/pathway with great bird watchin potential.
Written July 8, 2013
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Okanagantraveller99
Osoyoos, Canada67 contributions
Aug 2011 • Couples
This is one of the most scenic Provincial campgrounds in BC. As a result you'll have to book early or be very lucky with a cancellation. Each camping space is quite private and most are right on the water.
Written February 15, 2012
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Michael C
Derby, UK1,981 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
This should be a beautiful, peaceful haven, but it is utterly ruined by the numerous RVs that are allowed to camp here. As we walked along the narrow road we were continually having to move aside to allow these vehicles pass as they left their sites. We are not against RVs but this place is totally inappropriate as a camp site. This was a very disappointing experience for us.
Written June 17, 2018
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Are there showers in Osoyoos? We are looking to spend a week there this summer but we tent..
Written March 10, 2019
We stayed at the campground 2 years ago and Ken bent over backwards to make our stay outstanding. He and Robin do a fantastic job managing the facility.
Written May 18, 2018
Hi VanDelay! We booked this campsite for the end of August. Just wanted any suggestions for showers close by or wind preparation (What to pack) you may have.
Thanks
Sharon
Written August 5, 2017
We got showers at the Community Centre in Osoyoos - $4/person. 5min drive from campground. Great showers. We were the only people in the locker rooms when we were there.
As for wind, if you are in a trailer it is fine. In a tent you need to prepare for the wind by placing your tent in a protected spot on your site, or where you can park your vehicle in front of it to block the wind. The wind comes off the water and usually from the direction of the town so it also depends on which site you are on.
Written August 9, 2017
We are going camping at the end of June. Are the undercurrents a concern?
Written June 1, 2017
Currently the lake water level is the highest it has been in something like 30 years. There is still a great deal of snow melt to come and we are experiencing many rainstorms with lots of rain that are supposed to continue til mid June or so.. At present rate of lake rising Haynes point could actually be underwater and therefore be closed by mid June.
Written June 1, 2017
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