Beatton Provincial Park
About This Park
Beatton Provincial Park is a year round recreational facility
located on the shores of Charlie Lake. This 320 hectare park is a popular
summer recreation destination for swimming, fishing and hiking. Beatton
also offers excellent winter recreation opportunities. Experience 12 km
of groomed cross-country ski trails designed for novice, intermediate and
advancing skiing. Visitors have a good chance of seeing deer or moose which
frequent the park during the winter.
Park Size: 330 hectares
Special Notes:
- A picnic shelter is available next to the day-use parking lot. A telephone is located on the main road just south of the toboggan run. Over 12 km of trails are signed for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. Trail maps are provided at main intersections. Snowshoers are welcome in the park. Please stay off the cross-country ski trails. Charlie Lake offers winter opportunities for the ice fishing enthusiast.
| Campground Hours of Operation
All dates are subject to change without notice |
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| Opening and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible but may not offer full services such as water, security, etc.) |
May 15 – September 7 (gate is closed during off-season) |
| Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: | May 15 – September 6 |
| Campground Reservable Dates: | May 15 – September 6 |
| Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: | 39 |
| Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
11 |
| 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. | |
Reservations
Reserveable, vehicle accessible campsites must be reserved through Discover Camping.
Campsite Reservations:
Campsite
reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are
also available.
Location and Maps
This park is located 13 km northwest of Fort St. John off Highway #97 on the 244 road, approximately a 20 minute drive.
Maps and Brochures
Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
- Campground Map [PDF 248KB]
- Winter Recreation[PDF 47KB]
Nature and Culture
- Conservation - Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the park's natural heritage, please don't damage or remove them
- Wildlife - Deer and moose frequent the park during the winter.
Management Planning
Management Planning Information
- Approved Purpose Statment and Zoning Plan (pdf 108k).
Activities Available at this Park
Canoeing
Canoes and kayaks are welcome. No rentals located at the park.
Cycling
Cycling is allowed in the park. Bicycles must keep to roadways. There are cross-country ski trails that are available to mountain bikers in the summer months.
Fishing
Visitors can fish for
walleye and northern pike. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia
must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
There are 12 km of hiking trails throughout the park. For your own safety and preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroy plant life and soil structure.
Pets on Leash
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. 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.
Swimming
Swimming beach and marked swimming area. There are NO LIFEGUARDS on duty at provincial parks.
Waterskiing
There are waterskiing opportunities on Charlie Lake.
Windsurfing
There are windsurfing opportunities on Charlie Lake.
Winter Recreation
Winter recreation opportunities include X-Country Skiing and a toboggan hill.
Facilities Available at this Park
Boat Launch
There is a double boat launch complete with turnaround and a large parking area for vehicles with trailers.
Campfires
While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
Drinking Water
Cold water taps are located throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.
Picnic Areas
There is a large day-use area with beach, picnic shelter, ball diamond, adventure playground and a large grassy area, with 100 parking spaces available. Group picnicking is available.
Group Picnicking Fee: $35.00 per group
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets.
Playground
There is an adventure playground located in the day-use area.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
This park offers vehicle accessible campsites. Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.
Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $16.00 per party / night
BC Senior's Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $8.00 per senior party/night. Read the User Fees Policy for information on Senior Camping Discounts.
Wheelchair Access
Some facilities in the park are wheelchair accessible.
