Rock Creek
Join the Rush
Top Rock Creek Experiences
- Ride, hike, cross-country ski or snowshoe the Kettle Valley Rail Trail
- Disconnect for the day. Soak up the sun and swim the river at the Kettle River Provincial Recreation Area
- Windsurf Conkle Lake Provincial Park when the southerlies are blowing. When they’re not, drop in a line, something’s always biting
- Beat winter’s chill by snowshoeing and cross-country skiing at the Kettle River Recreation Area
- Connect with other riders and check out a roster of live music acts at the annual Boogie Bash Event during the BC Day long weekend
- Experience the very best of rural BC at the Rock Creek Fall Fair in September
- Plan a visit to Rags, Relics and Rutabagas at 1585 Victoria St. Pop in for ice cream, floaties, camping supplies and more
- Go skiing at Baldy Mountain Resort
- Visit the Saturday Farmers Market across from Rags, Relics and Rutabagas from May to September
Welcome to Rock Creek, a land created by dreams of riches. Gold may have put Rock Creek on the map, but it’s the wealth of outdoor recreation that keeps people coming back time and time again.
Today you can make your own golden memories as you relax, explore and enjoy our great outdoors, our festivals and our hospitality.
Golden Dreams
In 1859, gold was discovered in the Kettle River. This triggered a stampede to the very place where the Rock Creek meets the Kettle River in the southwest corner of Boundary Country. Bolstered by golden dreams and heartened by tales of riches, thousands of miners descended on this quiet spot. They created a rollicking frontier town.
Whispers of those heady gold rush days are still evident on the now quiet streets of Rock Creek, where the Crowsnest Highway intersects with Highway 33, right here in Boundary Country.
Outdoor Adventures
Pack up the family for a swim on the Kettle River. One of the best swimming holes in Boundary Country is at the Kettle River Recreation Area, just outside of town.
The Kettle Valley Rail Trail (KVR), part of Canada’s iconic Trans Canada Trail, runs straight through Rock Creek. Bike, hike, horseback ride, or cross-country ski. It’s nothing but wide open spaces beneath a canopy of cedar, spruce and pine along the Kettle River banks in the shadow of the Monashee Mountains.
Bring your fishing gear and see what’s biting. Between the Kettle River, Rock Creek, and Conkle Lake you’ll find plenty of craggy shoreline where you can drop in a line.
Winter Fun at Baldy
An annual snowfall in excess of 7 m (20 ft) means you can count on consistent conditions when you’re skiing or riding Mt. Baldy located between Rock Creek and Oliver in the western-most reaches of Boundary Country.
Baldy Mountain Ski Resort has 500 acres of skiable terrain with 22 runs ready to be carved by beginner, intermediate and advanced alpine enthusiasts. Ride the Eagle Chair 394 m (1,293 ft) to the top.
Ski packed and groomed slopes or carve your way through fresh Okanagan powder. Maybe you’d prefer to ride the Sugar Lump quad to hit the terrain park, riding jumps and rails.
Gold Panning
Try your hand at gold panning at the Canyon Creek Ranch. Wind your way down what remains of the historic Dewdney Trail that first linked the BC Interior with the lower mainland. You’ll come across a place where you can dip, swirl and slosh until your heart’s content. Search for flecks of gold that still run downstream from nearby Mt. Baldy.
Festivals and Events
Our town may be small, but when it comes to throwing a party, we do it up big! Festivals of all sorts are a long-standing summer tradition in Rock Creek.
Connect with fellow motorcyclists, check out the live entertainment and unwind down by the river at the annual Boogie Bash EventTM, held BC Day long weekend in August. Come on down to the river at the Rock Creek Fair Grounds. Boogie Bash is a weekend of organized events for motorcycle enthusiasts with riders from all over BC, Canada, the United States and Internationally in attendance. This adult-only event has become a Boogie Bash Family of over 1,500 – 2,000 supporters annually. Events throughout the weekend include Bike Games, Show ’n Shine, Burn out Pit, Poker Run, Tattoo Contest, Merchandise Booth, Live Bands, Beverage Gardens, Food and Product Vendors. Whether a rider, motorcycle enthusiast or dreaming of owning a motorcycle in the future, individuals come out to enjoy a weekend of fun and music and support the Society for Injured Riders (SIR)TM. Come early, stay up late, enjoy the music and connect with other riders.
A family tradition since 1946, the Rock Creek Boundary Fall Fair is fun for the whole family. Join us and get in touch with rural BC. Learn all about where your food comes from, and have a good old-fashioned time. There are lots of 4-H events, horse events, free entertainment, lawnmower races, exhibits, and a midway!
Hospitality
Where to Stay
Looking for that perfect and unique place to stay while visiting Rock Creek? If so, book a suite at the River View Log Cottages (formerly known as the Bunk House) in the quaint town of Rock Creek.
Pitch your tent beneath towering Ponderosa pines. You’ll fall asleep with the scent of summer bunchgrass tickling your nose. Private campgrounds, RV resorts and two provincial recreation areas near town provide lots of space to sleep under a blanket of stars near Rock Creek.
Visit our service directory for other accommodations such as hotels, motels and B&Bs.
Where to Eat
There are some great eateries in this small community. The Prospector Pub, located in the unique Rock Creek Hotel, is a tasty place for buffet, burgers, breakfast and brunch. Over at the Rock Creek Trading Post and Café, you’ll find organic coffee, some funky gifts, as well as a place to grab breakfast, a sandwich, or a snack to go. For more places to grab a bite to eat, visit our service directory.
Where to Shop
Rags, Relics and Rutabagas it one of those unique stores with a little bit of everything. Step inside and you’ll find:
- Post office
- Ice cream stand with 24 flavours
- Footwear and clothing
- Camping supplies
- Gift ideas
- Gift cards
- Inflatables for floating
- Essential oils,
- Diffusers and soaps
- Jewellery
Outside is a tourism booth where you’ll find brochures and information on the area.
When you’ve had your fill of vintage shopping, wander down the road a few steps to the Rock Creek Trading Post. It’s a local’s favourite where folks gather for their daily dose of freshly brewed Guatemalan coffee and to jaw a while. If the building could talk, oh, the stories it would tell.
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