Amenity: Picnic sites
Horsefly Lake
Popular destination, especially for trolling in the deep lake or fly fishing in the smaller surrounding lakes.
Read more »Green Lake
Open rangeland and mixed forests of aspen and lodgepole pine found here are typical of the Cariboo’s landscape.
Read more »Downing
Remote atmosphere offers beautiful views of mountains and the 2,245m Mount Bowman.
Read more »Chasm
A spectacular display of colour illustrates the park’s rich geology in the Chasm Creek Valley.
Read more »Bull Canyon
Ideal stopover to see the beautiful canyon with the glacier blue Chilcotin River flowing past the campground.
Read more »Bridge Lake
Small campground that is popular with anglers.
Read more »Big Bar Lake
Easily accessible, providing a range of recreation opportunities set in a mountainous backdrop. Popular for fishing.
Read more »Walloper Lake
Popular activities include hiking, cycling, wildlife viewing and fishing from the dock. Camping is available at Lac le Jeune Provincial Park 4 km east.
Read more »Tunkwa
Tunkwa and Leighton Lakes are world-class trout fishing lakes. Activities include fishing, hiking, cycling, wildlife viewing, ATV-ing, and horseback riding. A corral is available to horseback riders at the North […]
Read more »Steelhead
The park features a beautiful beach. A boat launch is located nearby in the town of Savona. Activities include fishing, hiking, all types of water sports and cycling. Ice and […]
Read more »Roche Lake
Roche Lake and the surrounding lakes are considered world class trout fishing lakes. Activities include fishing, hiking, cycling, wildlife viewing, rock climbing and ATV-ing. Firewood is available for sale.
Read more »Paul Lake
Activities include fishing, hiking, cycling, wildlife viewing and a variety of water sports. Firewood is available for sale.
Read more »McConnell
Popular activities include hiking, cycling, wildlife viewing and fishing. Camping is available at Lac le Jeune Provincial Park 2 km west.
Read more »Lac Le Jeune
Activities include fishing, cycling, jogging, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Ice and firewood for sale.
Read more »Shuswap Lake Marine
Shuswap Lake is one of the most used lakes in British Columbia, especially for houseboats during the summer season. All locations are popular for fishing and water sports.
Read more »Shuswap Lake
A very popular family destination that offers activities such as hiking, cycling, swimming, water sports and fishing.
Read more »Roderick Haig-Brown (Tsútswecw)
Fascinating place to visit, especially in early Oct. during the annual Adams River Sockeye salmon spawning run.
Read more »Herald
Swimming, fishing and bird-watching are popular activities, as is the self-guided nature walk to Margaret Falls. Herald is a great spot to use as a base camp for visiting the […]
Read more »Skihist
8 km of hiking trails including portions of the Gold Rush Cariboo Wagon Trail; campsites are large, quiet & peaceful offering spectacular views of the Coast Mountain range; park is […]
Read more »Monck
Excellent family camping with opportunities for windsurfing, fishing, boating, hiking, and bird watching. Enjoy the annual Aboriginal Day Festivities June 21st. May – September.
Read more »Goldpan
Fishing, train-spotting, white-water rafting, kayaking, and wildlife viewing are popular. May – September.
Read more »Alexandra Bridge
Around the original Cariboo Wagon road. An easy walk to historical Alexandra Bridge. Convenient rest stop for passing travellers.
Read more »North Thompson River
Although not part of Wells Gray, this is an excellent base camp for exploring the region. Here you will find First Nations historic sites, as well as access to the […]
Read more »Wells Gray – Spahats Creek
A spectacular waterfall, canyon views, parking for tour buses and large motorhomes.
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