Green Lake Provincial Park
About This Park
Green Lake is made up of 11 parcels of land. Six of these parcels have developed facilities. The open rangeland and mixed forests of aspen and lodgepole pine found here are typical of the Cariboo's landscape. Green Lake is one of the larger bodies of water in the southern portion of the Cariboo. The lake is about 14 km long averaging 1.5 km in width with an irregular shoreline of approximately 57 km. The lake has a low flushing rate and together with the chemical composition of the warm shallow waters, creates the greenish hue giving the lake its name.
Park Size: 347 hectares
| 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.) |
Campground gates are closed during off-season. |
| – Arrowhead campground | May 13 – September 5 |
| – Emerald Bay campground | May 13 – October 2 |
| – Sunset View campground | May 13 – September 5 |
| Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: | |
| – Arrowhead campground | May 13 – September 5 |
| – Emerald Bay campground | May 13 – October 2 |
| –Sunset View campground | May 13 – September 5 |
| Campground Reservable Dates: | |
| – Emerald Bay campground | May 13 - September 4 |
| – Arrowhead campground | May 13 - September 4 |
| – Sunset View campground | May 13 - September 4 |
| Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: | Arrowhead = 16 Emerald Bay = 51 Sunset View = 54 |
| Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
Arrowhead = 16 |
| 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
For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of group sites) must be reserved with Discover Camping.
Campsite Reservations:
Campsite reservations are accepted at both Emerald Bay and Sunset View campgrounds, which are located at opposite sides of Green Lake and first-come, first-served sites are also available.
Group Camp/Picnic Reservations:
Group campsite and/or group picnic site reservations are accepted at Sunset View campground.
Location and Maps
There is a BC Parks information shelter, which provides information on campground and picnic area locations and a sani-station, located at the south end of the park. Access is approximately 16 km northeast of 70 Mile House off Hwy #97 along North Bonaparte Road or approximately 18 km south of Hwy #24 at Lone Butte and follow the signs along Watch Lake Road. The closest communities, towns and cities are 70 Mile House, Lone Butte and 100 Mile House.
Maps and Brochures
Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
Nature and Culture
- History - Green Lake park was established in July of 1975 as an area of high recreational opportunity. Popular summer recreational activities include swimming, boating, fishing, waterskiing, and nature walks.
- Conservation - As one of the largest water bodies in the southern part of the Cariboo Plateau, Green Lake is a valuable fish and waterfowl habitat area. The low fishing reate of this shallow lake maintains a high content of algae and other micro-organisms, which along with the chemical composition of the water itself, gives it the emerald green hue for which it is known.
- Wildlife - The area is fairly abundant with moose and deer. Limited numbers of black bear, coyote, squirrels and marmots are also present. The west end of the lake attracts waterfowl as a nesting and migratory resting area. Owls and golden eagles can also be seen.
Management Planning
Management Planning Information
- The Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan for this park is now available in pdf format.
Activities Available at this Park
Canoeing
Cycling
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Pets on Leash
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Swimming
Waterskiing
Facilities Available at this Park
Boat Launch
Campfires
Drinking Water
Group Camping
Youth group camping charges per night are $1/person (6+), with a $50 minimum and $150 maximum.
Regular group camping charges per night are the base rate for the site, listed in the fee schedule, plus $4/adult (16+, minimum charge for 15 adults), plus $1/child (6-15).
Picnic Areas
Pit or Flush Toilets
Playground
Sani-Station/Dump
Vehicle Accessible Camping
This park offers vehicle accessible campsites. Campsite reservations are accepted at both Emerald Bay and Sunset View campgrounds, which are located at opposite sides of Green Lake. First-come, first-served sites are also available at these campgrounds, as well as, Arrowhead campground. Emerald Bay and Sunset View are campgrounds nestled amongst the trees where as Arrowhead consists of waterfront camping in a fairly open area.
Emerald Bay campground has 51 sites, a few of which are double sites. Many of the sites are long and spacious. Sunset View has 54 sites, a few of which are also double sites. Arrowhead has 16 high density sites that are smaller than at the other campgrounds. However, large rigs may still fit in some of these sites. There is room for extra vehicles at the larger sites.
If there is no staff at the campground upon arrival, choose a site and pay later. Staff will be at the campground at least once a day during the camping season. There is a telephone located at the Sunset View Campground and the closest store is at Little Horse Lake Lodge near Emerald Bay or at 70 Mile House.
If you are unsure of the specific campground locations, refer to the site map for further information.
