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#2

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1-800-689-9025 (toll-free); 1-519-858-61[email protected]
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A 25-unit drive-in campground situated near the registration centre at Bowron Lake Provincial Park, approximately 120km east of Quesnel via a 27km drive on Bowron Lake Road from Highway 26. The campground offers drive-in access to pitches located a short distance from Bowron Lake, with short walking trails nearby and bear-proof food caches mandatory at all sites. The nearest services include Bear River Mercantile approximately 1km away. The park is renowned for the famous 116km Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit, a backcountry paddling route requiring 6–10 days to complete (2–4 days for the West Side only), with designated campsites and bear-proof caches throughout. (via official site)

Tents Walk-in only

Rates & prices

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ItemPrice
Phone reservation feefor reservations, changes, or cancellations made by phoneCAD 5

Key facts

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Booking & season

Reservations requiredReservations are essential for both the drive-in campground and Canoe Circuit

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches25
Accommodation typesDrive-in campsites with tent pitches; wall tents, canoes, kayaks, and canoe carts available for rent through park operator

Facilities & services

Bear-proof cachesMandatory use at all campsites in drive-in campground and throughout Canoe Circuit
PayphoneNot available in park

Location & access

Access route27km drive on Bowron Lake Road from Highway 26 near Barkerville; approximately 120km east of Quesnel

Rules & policies

Not allowedPortable stereos with external speakers prohibited; e-bikes not allowed on trails; bicycles must keep to roadways only; motorized boats not permitted on Canoe Circuit
Group size restrictionsNot more than 6 persons may travel together on Canoe Circuit; max 14 if registered as group party

Good to know

Commercial guide servicesPathways Canada (236-380-3757) and Sea-to-Sky Expeditions (250-715-0034) are permitted commercial guides for Canoe Circuit

Opening hours & schedules

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Reservation phone hours07:00–19:00 Pacific Time

Facilities & details

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Fee
Backcountry
Group only

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Bowron Lake Provincial Park
Bowron Lake Provincial ParkParks & play

Bowron Lake Provincial Park is a wilderness provincial park located in east-central British Columbia, Canada, near the border with Alberta. It is 117 km (73 mi) east of the city of Quesnel. Other nearby towns include Wells and the historic destination of Barkerville. Once a popular hunting and fishing destination, today the park is protected and known for its abundant wildlife, rugged glaciated mo

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Are dogs allowed?

Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed in the drive-in campground only and must remain leashed at all times. Pets are not permitted in park buildings or on the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit.

How do I make a reservation?

Reservations can be made online at camping.bcparks.ca or by phone at 1-800-689-9025 (toll-free) or 1-519-858-6161 (international). Phone reservations include a $5 fee.

How long does the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit take?

The full 116km Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit takes 6 to 10 days to complete. The West Side route only takes 2 to 4 days.

Is there cell phone reception in the park?

No cell phone reception is available. Emergency two-way radios are stationed around the Canoe Circuit for emergencies only.

Where is the nearest store?

Bear River Mercantile is approximately 1 km from the campground.

How much does it cost to camp at #2?

#2 charges a camping fee.

How many pitches does #2 have?

#2 has around 25 pitches.

What languages are spoken at #2?

Staff at #2 speak English.

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