Pickard Creek Recreation Site sits along the Similkameen River between Highway 3 and the riverbank, approximately 6–7 km west of Hedley and 32 km east of Princeton.

Access is on the left (north) side of the highway heading west, just before the Sterling Bridge. The site's riverside setting makes it a natural access point for kayaking, canoeing, and swimming in the Similkameen. Fishing is also a popular draw.

The 16 campsites are spread at varying elevations, with some pads directly at the water's edge and others set slightly higher overlooking the river.