Barnes Lake Recreation Site

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This site may be free, but we couldn't confirm it. Check the official page before you go. Campground · Recreation Sites and Trails BC (July 28 2026)ATTENTION: A BLUE GREEN ALGAE BLOOM HAS BEEN CONFIRMED IN BARNES LAKE. Visit HealthLinkBC for more. Close to Ashcroft, Barnes Lake is a popular fishing lake for rainbow trout. Fly fishing and trolling are the preferred methods. This camp site has 15 defined vehicle units in 3 separate locations. There are nine at the north end, one mid-way with a concrete pad (usually reserved for the Site Operator), and 5 on the west/south end of the site. Day Users please park in the Day Use area. The lake water level can fluctuate causing the boat launch at the north end to flood during periods of high water. Visit nearby Willard Lake while you are in the area. Please use the site responsibly, as per the Forest Recreation Regulations. Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days per visit. All sites are first come, first serve. No reserving or holding of… Getting there: From Ashcroft, travel along Hwy 97C towards Logan Lake. The highway switchbacks and climbs steeply as you leave Ashcroft. Approximately 9 km from the bridge in Ashcroft, turn north (left) onto Barnes Lake Road. Travel for approximately 2 km to arrive at the lake. The main camping area is situated at the north end of the lake. Official page: https://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC1701&type=Site Source: Recreation Sites and Trails BC. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.