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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • There are no park alerts at this time.

Park Info: This is a quiet park in a natural setting.  The boat launch provides easy access to Babine lake for travellers visiting the community of Burns Lake.  Anglers will enjoy the challenge of fishing for rainbow trout and char in the wilderness area of Babine Lake.

Please note: This park is cooperatively managed by a community, society or other partner. Services and facilities may differ from those offered in other BC Parks.

 

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Park Size: 37 hectares.

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

On the southwest shore of Babine Lake, about 45 km north of Burns Lake, the closest community.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

  • There are no digital maps or brochures for this park.
  • Location Map

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Nature & Culture:


Visitor Safety:

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

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Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping.

Reservations are not accepted at this park, all campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis. For parks that accept reservations or information on the reservation service, click here.

Explore Parks: Fees, park listings, what you should know before you go and other useful links.

Contact Information:

Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd.
Ph: (250) 692-7724
E-mail: dawn.stronstad@blcomfor.com

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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis - campsite reservations are not accepted. There are 20 regular size campsites. Some are under tree cover and others are beach front. There is limited parking available for extra vehicles. No camping fee currently charged at this park.

Campground Hours of Operation
All dates are subject to change without notice

Opening and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible but may not offer full services such as water, security, etc.)

 May 20 - September 4
Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: May 20 - September 4 (there are no fees for camping at this time)
Campground Reservable Dates: Not applicable
Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: 16
Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) Not applicable
Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts.
wilderness, backcountry, walk-in camping

No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
group camping - 15 or more campers

No group campsites.
picnic, day-use facilities, no camping

There is no day-use/picnicking area at this park.

wheelchair accessibility

There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.

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drinking water

Cold water taps are located throughout the park. The water taps do not have hose hookups for campers/trailers. Taps are shut off during the off-season.

toilets

This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets. There are no toilets in the day use area.

showers

No showers.
sani-stations, sani-dumps

No sani-station/dump facilities.
firewood, campfires

Campfires are permitted but firewood is not provided. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented and some parks may use communal fire rings. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.
There are no electrical hook-ups in this park There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
interpretive, educational programs

There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

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walking, hiking trails

There are no developed trails at this park. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs.
playgrounds

This park does not have a playground.
swimming

No swimming.
canoeing, kayaking

There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
power boats, boat launch

There is a single wide rustic boat launch available at this park. It has a moderate grade and is paved. There is limited parking available for boat trailers. It is not recommended to leave a trailer parked or boat moored overnight.
fishing

Anglers will enjoy the challenge of fishing for rainbow trout and char in the wilderness area of Babine Lake.  Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

cycling, mountain biking, bicycling

Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
horses, horseback riding

No horseback riding.
pets, domestic animals in parks Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. There are no off-leash areas. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
wildlife viewing

No wildlife viewing opportunities.

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winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating

No winter recreation opportunities.
scuba, snorkelling

No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
windsurfing

No windsurfing opportunities.
waterskiing

No waterskiing opportunities.
hunting

No hunting in the park.
climbing, rock climbing

No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
spelunking, caving

No spelunking or caving opportunities.
cabins, yurts, lodges

No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.

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