Reservations possible?
Yes
RV Hookups
No
Potable water
No
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Despite being the largest lake (60 kilometers long in total) within a two hour drive of Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, there are surprisingly few established campground on the shore of Harrison Lake. But among all of those that exist in the area, Bear Creek Recreation Site Campground is arguably its best.

The campground is short on conventional modern amenities; picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets are all that's provided. But the shoreline setting with panoramic views of the Coast Mountains certainly makes up for it. Adjacent Bear Creek Falls also makes the rough 14.9-kilometer gravel road access worth its while.

The campground itself has roughly 14 sites, some of which are closer together than others, and they can all be reserved. If all are taken however, consider driving an additional 5 kilometers north on Harrison East Forest Service Road to reach Cogburn Beach Recreation Site Campground, which has roughly 25 walk-in campsites.

Also, don't miss stopping to see Slollicum Creek Falls en route, located 8.3 kilometers to the south. Marked only by a bridge crossing, its 76-meter and 15-meter drop can clearly be seen from the road.

Note: Bear Creek Recreation Site Campground is typically open from the beginning of May through the end of November. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served bases, although campsites can be reserved on Tuesday and Wednesday nights up to 60 days in advance. Call Recreation Sites and Trails BC at 604.701.8657 for date specifics and reservation information. Camping fees can be paid in cash only.

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Summer

Parking Pass

General Day Use Fee

Pros

Remote and quiet campground directly on Harrison Lake.

Cons

14.9 kilometers on rough gravel road. No potable water.

Pets allowed

Allowed

Managed by

Recreation Sites and Trails BC/Greenshade Enterprises

Reservation phone number

1 (604) 701-8657

Features

Vault toilet
Swimming holes

Recommended Campsites Without Photos

9

Location

Nearby Adventures

Nearby Lodging + Camping

Sasquatch Provincial Park, British Columbia
Sasquatch Provincial Park, British Columbia

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