Camping

Conservation Halton offers group camping to organized groups with 10 or more campers.  Group Camping is available at both Kelso and Rattlesnake Point. Site availability varies by season with some limits due to other park activities. Reservations can be made through Visitor Services by contacting us at vslead@hrca.on.ca or 905-878-5011 ext.1273.

Camping reservations consist of:

  • Reservation Admin Fee (per booking): A reservation admin fee of $10 will be applied to each reservation at the time of booking. Changes to reservations or cancellations more than 48 hrs in advance will be billed $25. Adding campers to your reservation is not a Change to Reservation.
  • Site Fee (per site)
  • Gate Fees (per person): Group Camping is available for 10 persons or more. A minimum of 10 gate fees (mix of adult / children) will be applied to all reservations. Additional persons may be added at posted gate rates.
  • Cancellation and change fees will apply

Kelso

Sites: 14
Type: Tent camping only
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall

Please note: Showers are not available.

Campsite Map

*Campsites are 25-39, 001-002 available spring and fall only

Site SizeSite NumbersNumber of OccupantsPrice
Large001, 002, 25, 2730 to 75$220
Medium26, 28-33Up to 20$145
Small37Up to 10$119



Campsite reservations require the signature of a person 21 years of age or older at the time of processing and issuing of the permit. Check in before 7:00 pm; if after hours check in is required, please contact Visitor Services to make arrangements. This person must also occupy the site on night(s) reserved.

Please note that there is a $10 administration fee for all cancellations and changes to your reservation. A cancellation request must be received at least one week prior to the arrival date for a full refund, less the administration fee. For cancellation requests received with less than one week notice, all fees are forfeited or an alternate date can be reserved with the same calendar year.

Rattlesnake Point

Sites: 17
Type: Tent camping only
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
(Showers and washrooms closed during winter.)

Campsite Map

Site SizeSite NumbersNumber of OccupantsPrice
Site SizeSite NumbersNumber of OccupantsPrice
Large730 to 75$220
Medium1, 2, 5, 6, 12 & 13Up to 20$145
Small3, 8-11 & 14-18Up to 10$119

Campsite reservations require the signature of a person 21 years of age or older at the time of processing and issuing of the permit. Check in before 7:00 pm; if after hours check in is required, please contact Visitor Services to make arrangements. This person must also occupy the site on night(s) reserved.

Please note that there is a $10 administration fee for all cancellations and changes to your reservation. A cancellation request must be received at least one week prior to the arrival date for a full refund, less the administration fee. For cancellation requests received with less than one week notice, all fees are forfeited or an alternate date can be reserved

  • Please note that trailers and other recreational vehicles are not permitted at Conservation Halton Parks.
  • Check the forecast, pack for the weather and try to be as prepared as possible, just in case.
  • Drinking alcohol and smoking of any kind in the parks is prohibited for the safety of yourself and others.
  • Please keep music at a volume level that allows you to speak to each other without shouting.
  • We ask that you please avoid any activities that could be disruptive to visitors at other campsites.
  • Propane and charcoal stoves and barbeques are permitted but must be monitored at all times.
  • Do not bring firewood into the park as it could spread pests. Wood can be purchased at the gatehouse.
  • Any and all campfires at the campsite must be thoroughly extinguished before leaving the park.
  • Use garbage and recycling bins or bring your trash home, and leave your campsite how you found it.
  • Make sure that stoves and barbeques have had time to cool before loading them back into vehicles.
  • Dogs and other pets are required to remain on a leash (no more than 2m or 6ft) at all times in the parks.
  • Do not remove flowers, leaves, mushrooms, etc. If everyone did it, there would be none left.
  • Be aware of rugged terrain, steep slopes, creek and lake shorelines and other potential risks.