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#22

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1-800-689-9025[email protected]

A 25-unit drive-in campground located near the registration centre, a short distance from Bowron Lake in northeastern British Columbia, approximately 120km east of Quesnel. The park offers both vehicle-accessible camping and backcountry camping on the 116km Canoe Circuit with designated individual and group campsites. Primary activities include canoeing, kayaking, hiking on developed and portage trails, swimming at sandy beaches, and fishing for bull trout, kokanee, rainbow trout, and lake trout. Visitors access the park via a 27km well-graded dirt road (Bowron Lake Road), with the nearest services located about 1km away at Bear River Mercantile. (via official site)

Bike-friendly Walk-in only

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ItemPrice
Phone reservation feefor reservations, changes, or cancellations made by phone5

Key facts

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Booking & season

Alternate reservation contactPark operator Shuswap Adams Parks Ltd: 1-778-414-8014

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches25
Canoe Circuit capacityIndividual parties max 6 people (first-come, first-served at individual campsites); group parties 7–14 people (designated group campsites with managed schedules)

Facilities & services

Bear-proof storageMandatory use of bear-proof caches at all designated backcountry campsites

Activities & family

Fish speciesBull trout, kokanee, rainbow trout, lake trout; fishing license required
Optimal fishing monthsJune and September
Winter activitiesCross-country skiing on portage trails

Location & access

Distance from QuesnelApproximately 120km east
Access routeHighway 97 north through Quesnel, Highway 26 through Wells, then Bowron Lake Road (27km on well-graded dirt road)
Nearest storeBear River Mercantile, approximately 1km away

Rules & policies

Portable stereosProhibited on the Canoe Circuit
Soap useDo not use soap (even biodegradable) for washing in lakes; if necessary, wash at least 50m inland and deposit soapy water in outhouse
BicyclesRestricted to roadways only; e-bikes not allowed on trails
Cellphone receptionNo cellphone reception on the Canoe Circuit; six public two-way radios available for emergencies only
No payphonesNo payphone facilities in the park
LifeguardsNo lifeguards on duty

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Backcountry

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Can I bring my dog camping?

Pets are allowed in the drive-in campground only and must be leashed at all times. Dogs and other domestic animals are not permitted on the Canoe Circuit.

What is the maximum group size allowed?

Individual parties are limited to 6 people maximum. Group parties may have 7–14 people; parties larger than 14 are not permitted.

Are firearms allowed in the park?

Firearms and crossbows are prohibited in the park. Pepper spray is allowed only if labeled 'for bear use only.' Hunting is permitted during open seasons but only in designated areas; the park is closed to hunting within conservation areas.

Do I need to make a reservation in advance?

Yes, reservations are essential. Departures are limited and reservations usually sell out on the day they become available. Book online at camping.bcparks.ca or call 1-800-689-9025 (7 am to 7 pm Pacific Time).

What type of watercraft is allowed on the Canoe Circuit?

Canoes and kayaks are permitted. Motorized boats are not allowed. Canoe carts have a maximum axle width of 75cm and cargo weight limit of 28kg.

How much does it cost to camp at #22?

#22 charges a camping fee.

How many pitches does #22 have?

#22 has around 25 pitches.

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