The time to plan your epic summer camping trip is now.
With the Easter long weekend underway spring is officially up and running, and before you know it summer will once again be upon us. For those of you looking to get outdoors this year picking a camping spot can be a challenge. BC literally offers hundreds of both heavily frequented and off the beaten path camping options. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned camping expert our amazing province has the perfect location for you.
But what if you are looking for somewhere new?
Not to worry...we have compiled a list of five A-tier options (in no particular order) to take your summer to the next level.
Wells Gray Provincal Park
About the park:
"It’s here in Wells Gray Provincial Park where you’ll find one of the most unique landscapes in all of B.C., where you days are measured in steps hiked, wildlife sightings, and the number of waterfalls you’ve visited. This is an expanse of 5,250 square kilometres (1.3 million acres) of timeless alpine wilderness, borne from volcanoes and carved by glaciers.
Nestled between the Cariboo and Shuswap Mountain ranges, Wells Gray Park is also known as “Canada’s Waterfall Park” as it is home to Canada’s fourth highest waterfall, Helmcken Falls (141m), along with 40 more named waterfalls.This is a land of waterfalls carved from glaciers and lava flows which gives you a glimpse into the tumultuous volcanic past of the the Park. From viewpoints, to hikes, to river and lake access waterfalls, the ways to experience the waterfalls of Wells Gray are as diverse as the falls themselves."
Camping:
"Fall asleep to the sounds of rushing rivers and wake up to the sun peeking through your tent as you take in the scent of the forest around you. Disconnect from the hustle and bustle of your everyday life and reconnect with the natural world and each other. Pitch your tent or park your RV next to your roaring campfire as you roast marshmallows and rediscover life before laptops. There’s no better way to explore the great outdoors as you relax and enjoy one of the 784 registered camp and RV sites in Wells Gray Country and Clearwater."
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Inland Lake Provincal Park
Vancouver Is Awesome had this to say about the Powell River adjacent park:
"Looking for an active summer getaway? Inland Lake Provincial Park has 6,812 acres to explore through kayaking, canoeing, hiking, swimming, and fishing. There’s also a scenic 13 km wheelchair accessible loop that’s perfect for hiking and biking.
If you need a quick break from the great outdoors, Powell River is just 10 minutes away, serving up great local fare and craft brews at Townsite Brewing."
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Mount Robson Provincial Park // Berg Lake Campground
This backcountry campground will take a bit more effort and planning to get to, but Narcity Vancouver promises that the effort is well worth it:
"If you're an avid hiker, this is the campground of your dreams! Make sure to pack light because you're in for a...hike. Don't worry, it's totally worth it for the magnificent views of Mount Robson, the highest mountain in the Rockies."
Nestled against the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies Berg Lake in all its turquoise glory is a sight to behold. Partially fed by the Berg Glacier the lake is dotted with icebergs even in during the heart of summer.
Click Here For Berg Lake Trail Reservations
Kentucky-Alleyne Park
BC Provincal parks website has the following to say about this
"Wide open spaces, great fishing, wildlife, old west history and a quiet camping spot can all be yours in less than a 90-minute drive from the central Okanagan. In the heart of cattle country, rolling grasslands and dry open forest surround the sparkling turquoise waters of Kentucky Lake and Alleyne Lake. The scenery is spectacular from early April to late October with springs’ palette of soft pastels slowly changing to the vibrant golds of autumn.
Once known only to local fishers and their friends, the park is being discovered as a weekend destination from the coast and from the Okanagan. The Coquihalla Highway and the Highway 97C Connector have made the access easier to these beautiful fishing lakes."
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Strathcona Park
BC Parks desribes the parks as the following:
"Strathcona Park, designated in 1911, is the oldest park in British Columbia. Located almost in the centre of Vancouver Island, Strathcona Park is a rugged mountain wilderness comprising of more than 250,000 hectares. Mountain peaks, some perpetually mantled with snow, dominate the park. Lakes and alpine tarns dot a landscape laced with rivers, creeks, and streams."
Go Camping BC notes that there are 160 sites in total spread over two campgrounds: Buttle Lake and Ralph River. There is also a group site at Driftwood Bay, and five marine-access only campsites. this is all without mention of the parks backcounty sites including: Bedwell and Baby Bedwell Lakes, Elk River Trail, and Helen Mackenzie, Kwai and Circlet Lakes, located on the Forbidden Plateau.
Click Here To Explore Everything Strathcona Has To Offer