Peace Island Park set to open for 2025 camping season

TAYLOR, B.C. — Taylor’s famous Peace Island Park is set to open for the 2025 season in less than two weeks.

According to an announcement on social media, the park opens for the year on April 25th, and camping reservations are available to book now.

The park is set to be the venue for several events this summer, including the 2025 World Jet Boat Championships, the annual River Rat Poker Rally and the World’s Invitational Gold Panning Championship. Some park services are already available.

“At this time, playgrounds, walking trails and the boat launch are open to public usage,” the announcement reads. 

“However, vehicle access to pavilion gates, the island and ATV [all-terrain vehicle] sites are prohibited in order to ensure ample time for the ground to solidify from spring thaw prior to our opening weekend.”

People using park facilities that are currently accessible are being told to expect to see park staff maintaining the inaccessible areas in preparation for the first scheduled arrivals of 2025.

Camping spot reservations at the park vary in price from $22 to $44 per night. They can be booked online.