The best camping near Burns Lake Provincial Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Burns Lake Provincial Park adventure.

This bare-bones park has rich culture, abundant wildlife, and year-round recreation.

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Little Bear Ranch/ Ursa Minor

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents327 acres · Burns Lake, BC

Little Bear Ranch is a special spot homesteaded by Nathan’s Parents in 1957, it was originally intended to be a guest ranch but spent most of its life as a cattle ranch and is now finding a second life as a destination craft brewery and camping location. Located on Chief Louis Arm on Ootsa Lake in the traditional territory of the Cheslatta Carrier Nation, It gives you access to over 900 kilometres of shoreline on the huge Nechako Reservoir in the wild center of British Columbia. Tweedsmuir Park is 25 Km by boat. Opportunities for boating , wildlife viewing, hiking,fishing are right outside you door. Learn more about this land:Enjoy privacy and comfort in our very private lakeside cabin!It's a 5-minute walk to the tasting room at our Farmhouse Brewery.Nestled on private lakeside property, this cozy cabin is perfect for those looking to escape the city and embrace nature. With a country feel and campfire ambiance, this cabin offers a small kitchen, a cozy bedroom, and a pet-friendly setting. It comfortably sleeps 3 to 4 adults with solar-heated running water and electricity. This cabin is an excellent option for those looking for a rustic, cabin-style retreat.Campfires are permitted, pets are welcome.

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Raven Creek Ranch

5 sites · RVs, Tents117 acres · Regional District Of Bulkley Nechako, BC

Campers can relax down by the river on our lower field. Wide open sky to watch the stars, sunrises, and sunsets. Right on the Nechako river so wildlife can often be spotted, great for birdwatching especially! Depending on the season there is a lot of foraging that can be done as there are plenty of wild blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and more. The camping area is a big grass field so there is plenty of space for any type of camping. The drive down to the field is a bit bumpy so we wouldn't recommend a large motorhome try to go down there. As of now we have no amenities but hope to add some in the future. The beach and river can be used at camper's own risk.

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Osatuik Retreat

2 sites · RVs10 acres · Burns Lake, BC

Secluded 10 acres with trails. Watch and listen to nature near by. Just 600 meters down the road to the lake for a quick paddle or swim. Or walk through the trails to explore nature. There is an outhouse with lights and a building with an outdoor kitchen available. There is an area for tents and hammocks.

The best camping near Burns Lake Provincial Park guide

Overview

About

On the south shore of Burns Lake, this small, 65-hectare peninsula is unfinished but prime for time outdoors with a community-maintained, 8-kilometre loop trail and a lakefront popular for swimming. The province’s smallest provincial park, Deadman’s Island, is just two kilometres from the Burns Lake boat launch, and other lake activities include kayaking and canoeing, birdwatching, picnicking, and swimming. Several hike-in campsites are available with tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings, pit toilets, and a few covered shelters. Burns Lake lies within the territories of the Burns Lake Band, the Wet’suwet’en and the Carrier-Sekani Tribal Council.

When to go

From May to September the lake is popular for outdoor recreation. In winter, once the lake has fully frozen, skating, snowshoeing and snowmobiling become possibilities.

Know before you go

The park has no user fees or maintained road access.
The nearest town, Burns Lake, is five kilometres from the park.
Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available.
The weather can be changeable, and overnight freezes are possible well into May.
Additional camping options can be found 10 kilometres away at Kager Lake Recreation Area.