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Recreation Sites and Trails Information

Recreation Sites - Chilliwack Forest District

Recreation sites are designed to be rustic; therefore, improvements are kept to a minimum. Facilities usually consist of outhouses and log-and-plank picnic tables.
Please clean up after your stay. Some sites are supplied with litter barrels. At sites posted as "User Maintained", please pack out your own garbage.

Boating facilities
Boating and angling are common activities at many recreation sites. Most sites allow cartop boat launching only. That means you can hand launch only  canoes, kayaks and boats small enough to be carried on top of your car.
Trailered boats can be launched safely and conveniently from those sites with ramp facilities. In most cases, the ramps are suitable only for small and medium-sized boats.

Site descriptions
The following section summarizes the characteristics and recreational opportunities associated with each recreation site.

Beach Activity

Board Sail

Boat Launch

Boating Activity

Camping Tents Only

Camping RV/tent

Canoe

Fish

Hike

Kayak

Swim

Trail Bike

Viewing

Closed

RECREATION SITE INFORMATION

Enhanced Sites:
 • 20 MILE BAY • ALLISON POOL • APOCYNUM • BEAR CREEK • CAMP FOLEY • CASCADE PENINSULA •  CHEHALIS LAKE NORTH • CHEHALIS RIVER • CHIPMUNK PENINSULA • COGBURN BEACH • FIR FLATS • GRACE LAKE • LOG CREEK • NAHATLATCH RIVER • RIVERSIDE • SKWELLEPIL • TAMIHI CREEK • THURSTON MEADOWS • WEAVER LAKE • WOLF LAKE • WOOD LAKE •

User Maintained Sites:
  • CHEHALIS LAKE SOUTH • EATON CREEK • FRANCIS LAKE • HALE CREEK • LONG ISLAND BAY • RAINBOW FALLS • SCUZZY CREEK  • SUNRISE LAKE •

ENHANCED SITES

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20 MILE BAY
Open May Long Weekend to September 30th. Also open during Thanksgiving and Easter Long Weekends

60 Campsites

 A large, forested site with an overflow area. This site is accessible by gravel road; cartop boat launch. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, left on Morris Valley Road, drive 38 km's.
Recreation Site Operator: Douglas Indian Band
(604) 894-3365

Email: 20_Mile_Bay@live.com
ALLISON POOL
Open May 1st to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

4 Campsites

 A small site, accessed by a short gravel road, not suitable for motorhomes. Popular with the fishermen. Access to the Trans-Canada trail.
Access: From Vancouver, take exit 119A, turn left @ Vedder River, drive 12 km's
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Reservations & Information Phone:
(604)858-0020 email valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
APOCYNUM
Open Year-round

16 Campsites

 A small site close to the river. Access is by gravel road suitable for most vehicles. 
Access: Hwy 1 to Boston Bar, left @ Esso station, over tracks, turn right. Mileposts begin in North Bend. Campsite @ 16 km.
Recreation Site Operator: Barb Helme
(604)867-8822
BEAR CREEK
Open from June 15 to September 30.

  15 Campsites

 A small forested site on the shores of Harrison Lake. Access is by gravel road suitable for two wheel drive vehicles.  Popular site with the windsurfers.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Hotsprings, turn right at the lakefront onto Rockwell Dr., drive 14 km's from the end of the pavement.
Recreation Site Operator:
CAMP FOLEY
Open May 1st to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

5 Campsites

 This site is located on the Chilliwack Lake Road at 26.5 km.
Accessibility: Accessible through paved road, but not suitable for large recreational vehicles.
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Phone:
(604)858-0020

email valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
CASCADE PENINSULA
Open from May 1 to September 30.

15 Campsites

 A medium-sized, forested site on the shores of Harrison Lake in a bay sheltered from the inflow winds prevalent during the hot periods of the day.
Access: Boat Access Only.
Recreation Site Operator:
CHEHALIS LAKE NORTH


30 Campsites

     CLOSED DUE TO LANDSLIDE

 A large, wooded site with no vehicle access to the beach. There is a gravel boat launch. The site is accessible by a logging road that is rough at times. Not suitable for motorhomes. Road use is restricted during logging hours.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 37 km's.
Recreation Site Operator:
CHEHALIS RIVER
Open May long weekend until Sept 30th

40 Campsites

 This site is situated in mature trees. It borders the Chehalis river which has excellent fishing opportunities. There are also two smaller sites which are situated across the road and border the river. Day use activities at the two smaller sites. Access is by paved road. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 5 km's.
Recreation Site Operator:
CHIPMUNK PENINSULA
Open May 1st to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

21 Campsites

 A medium-sized site with mature timber. Access is by gravel road suitable for most vehicles.  Popular starting point for motorcycle amd ATV use.
Access: From Vancouver, take exit 119A, turn left @ Vedder River, turn left at Foley Lake turn off, left on Chipmunk Bench Road, drive 4.5 km's to campsite.
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Reservations & Information Phone:
(604)858-0020

email: valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
COGBURN BEACH
Open from May 1 to September 30.

Open area Campsites

 This small site stretches along a gravel beach with camp pads, in treed area, accessible by foot along short trails from the road. Access is two wheel drive on a gravel road.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Hotsprings, turn right on Rockwell drive, drive 20 km's on Harrison East FSR.
Recreation Site Operator:
FIR FLATS
Open Year-round

5 Campsites

 A small site close to the river. Access is by gravel road suitable for most vehicles. 
Access: Hwy 1 to Boston Bar, left @ Esso station, over tracks, turn right. Mileposts begin in North Bend. Campsite @ 18.5 km.
Recreation Site Operator: Barb Helme
(604)867-8822
GRACE LAKE
Open Long Weekend in May to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

3 Campsites

 The lake is accessible from the campsites down a steep trail. Access is by a narrow gravel road which is not suitable for large motorhomes. No power boats are allowed on the lake. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 10 km's.
Recreation Site Operator:
LOG CREEK
Open Year-round

6 Campsites

 A small site close to the river. Steep trail to the water. Access is by gravel road which is suitable for all vehicles. 
Access: Hwy 1 to Boston Bar, turn left @ Esso Station, over tracks, turn right. Mileposts begin in North Bend. Campsite @ 23.5 km.
Recreation Site Operator: Barb Helme
(604)867-8822
NAHATLATCH RIVER
Open Year-round
(Weather permitting)

7 Campsites

 This site is located along the south side of the Nahatlatch River. that can be reached by a gravel road.
Access: Hwy 1 to Boston Bar, turn left @ Esso Station, over tracks, turn right. Mileposts begin in North Bend. At 11 km. turn left on Powder Puff , site at 7 km. Powder Puff.
Recreation Site Operator: Barb Helme
(604)867-8822
RIVERSIDE
Open May 1st to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

11 Campsites

 This site is located on the Chilliwack Lake Road at 29.7 km.
Accessibility: Accessible through paved road, but not suitable for large recreational vehicles.
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Phone:
(604)858-0020

email: valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
SKWELLEPIL


50 Campsites

CLOSED DUE TO LANDSLIDE

 A large, wooded site with no vehicle access to the beach. There is a gravel boat launch. The site is accessible by a logging road that is rough at times, not suitable for motorhomes. Road use is restricted during logging hours. 
Access:From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, 1st junction, turn left on Chehalis Lake FS Road, drive 19 miles.
Recreation Site Operator:
TAMIHI CREEK
Open May 1st to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends

71 Campsites

 This recreation site borders Chilliwack River and Tamihi Creek. It is accessible by two wheel drive vehicles, and is suitable for trailer use. Access to Trans Canada Trail. ATV access, but NO dirtbikes allowed. Great fishing.
Access: From Vancouver, take exit 119A, turn left @ Vedder River, drive 12 km's
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Phone:(604)858-0020

email: valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
THURSTON MEADOWS
Open Year-round.

44 Campsites

 An open meadow located in the lower Chilliwack valley which is suitable for trailer use. Excellent fishing. Biking, hiking, and kyaking from campsite. Small store on site. Access to Trans Canada Trail. Information available for Rafting companies.
Access: From Vancouver, take exit 119A, turn left @ Vedder River, drive 16 km's
Recreation Site Operator: Chilliwack Valley Recreation
Phone: (604)858-0020

email: valleyrec@dowco.com
All reservations require a $10 administration fee.
WEAVER LAKE
Gate will be open on March 15th and closed after October long weekend


23 Campsites

 This medium-sized site is located beside Weaver Lake with a large day parking area for hikers. A 6.2 km hiking trail (see Denham Trail) encircles the lake. Access is by a steep gravel road. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 11 km's.
Recreation Site Operator:
WOLF LAKE
Open Long Weekend in May to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

3 Campsites

 This forested campsites has a short trail to the lake. Access is by gravel road. No power boats allowed on the lake.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 10 km's.
Recreation Site Operator:
WOOD LAKE
Open Long Weekend in May to Long Weekend in September, then Weekends only until Thanksgiving. Also open during Easter Long Weekends.

3 Campsites

 A large, semi-open site with two camping areas, one on each side of the lake. Access is by gravel road. No power boats allowed. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, at Spawning channel, turn right on West Harrison FS Road, drive 19 miles.
Recreation Site Operator:

USER MAINTAINED SITES

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CHEHALIS LAKE SOUTH

13 Campsites

CLOSED due to wind damage and Landslide.

 A medium-sized, forested site. Access is by logging road, not suitable for motorhomes. Road use is restricted during active logging hours. Trails, 3 outhouses, and boat lauch. No tables.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, drive 30 km's.
The Lower Mainland ATV Club is currently maintaining this site.
EATON CREEK
Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

2 Campsites

 A small site, close to the start of the Eaton Lake Trail. Access is by gravel road, suitable for most vehicles.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 1 to Hope, drive 16.1 km's on Skagit road.
FRANCIS LAKE

Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

4 Campsites

 A small, open site. Access is by gravel road which is suitable for four wheel drive vehicles only. No power boats allowed.
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, at the first junction turn left on Chehalis FS Road, drive 6.5km., turn left to Frances Lake, drive 3 km's to sites. Agreement Holder: Four Wheel Drive Association of B.C. Email: RecSites@4wdabc.ca
HALE CREEK
Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

5 Campsites

 A small, partially forested site with a large beach area. This site is accessible only by boat or four wheel drive vehicles.   Agreement Holder:  Four Wheel Drive Association of B.C. Email: RecSites@4wdabc.ca
LONG ISLAND BAY
Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

2 Campsites

 A small, open site on Long Island that is accessible only by boat.
RAINBOW FALLS
Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

5 Campsites

 A small, forested site with a large beach area at the foot of a spectacular water fall. Access is by boat only. 
RAPIDS

Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

4 Campsites

 A small-sized site with mature timber. Access is by gravel road suitable for most vehicles.  Popular starting point for motorcycle amd ATV use.
Access: From Vancouver, take exit 119A, turn left @ Vedder River, turn left at Foley Lake turn off, left on Chipmunk Bench Road, drive 7.2 km's to campsite.
SCUZZY CREEK
Open Year-round (Weather permitting)

9 Campsites

 A small site close to the creek. Access is by gravel road, suitable for most vehicles.
Access:   Hwy 1 to Boston Bar, turn left @ Esso Station, over tracks, turn right. Mileposts begin in North Bend. Campsite @ 12.5 km.
SUNRISE LAKE
Open Year-round (Weather Permitting)

4 Campsites

 A small site with two parts, one on each side of the lake. Access is restricted to four wheel drive vehicles and is extremely rough even for them. 
Access: From Vancouver, take Highway 7 to Harrison Mills, turn left on Morris Valley Road, 1st junction turn right on Harrison West FSR, drive 36.7 km's. Agreement Holder: Four Wheel Drive Association of B.C. Email: RecSites@4wdabc.ca
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Recreation Trails - Chilliwack Forest District

Trail descriptions
The following section summarizes the characteristics and recreational opportunities associated with each trail.

Recreation Trails

 • Campbell Lake Trail • Denham Trail • Devil's Lake Trail • Eaton Lake Trail •
 • Elk Thurston Trail • Ford Mountain Trail • Harrison Lookout Trail •
 • Hoover Lake Trail • Mount Cheam Trail • Mount Outram Trail • Rolley Falls Trail •
 • Stave Falls Forest Interpretation Trail • Sumas Mountain Trail •
 • Vedder Mountain Trail • Williams Peak Trail •

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CAMPBELL LAKE TRAIL

 This 4.8 km trail begins in Harrison Hot Springs and leads to a small lake. There is a view of Hemlock Valley and Harrison Lake from a lookout located halfway along the trail. The elevation gain is 610 meters with an average grade of 16%. Recommended for well-prepared hikers in good physical condition.
DENHAM TRAIL
The trail is 6.2 km long and circles around Weaver Lake. Elevation gain is minimal, but there are one or two short, steep sections.
DEVIL'S LAKE TRAIL
 This short 0.33 km trail leads to a small lake primarily used for day use. Elevation change is 50 metres.
EATON LAKE TRAIL
 This 6.5 km, steep trail leads to a large alpine lake. Elevation gain is 880 m.
ELK THURSTON TRAIL
 This 7.3 km trail climbs Elk Mountain for 3.5 km and then traverses through alpine meadows to Mount Thurston. Elevation gain is 1010 m.
FORD MOUNTAIN TRAIL This 1.7 km trail starts at the end of a steep four wheel drive access road 4.5 km from the Chilliwack Lake road. Total elevation gain from Chilliwack Lake road is 900 meters.  The trail takes you to the old Ford Lookout site which still provides good views of the Lucky Four Range to the north, Border Peaks to the south and Mt. Williams peak to the east.
HARRISON LOOKOUT TRAIL The steep trail is 2 km long and provides access to an old Forest Lookout site. Views of Harrison Lake are tremendous. Elevation gain is 350 m.
HOOVER LAKE TRAIL
 This 3.8 km of road and trail provide access to Hoover Lake. The 700 meters of trail includes portions of historical corduroy (cedar plank) logging road. User may also hike further up the Hoover Road for a view of the surrounding mountains and lakes. Elevation gain to the lake is 300 meters.
MOUNT CHEAM TRAIL
 The 3.8 km trail leads through alpine meadows to the peak of Mount Cheam and offers views of the Fraser Valley. Elevation gain is 632 m. Access with a four wheel drive vehicle is recommended. Managed and maintained by: Fraser Valley Regional District. (604) 702-5000.
MOUNT OUTRAM TRAIL
 The 7.5 km trail climbs into the alpine meadows of Mount Outram. Elevation gain is 1760 m to the meadows. A further difficult hike will take you to the peak.   
ROLLEY FALLS TRAIL
 A 2.0 km loop trail for day use primarily by visitors to Rolley Lake Provincial Park. Two sets of falls and views of Stave Lake are seen along the way.  elevation gain is 130 meters.
STAVE FALLS FOREST INTERPRETATION TRAIL
 Located in the Mission Municipal Forest, this 1.65 km loop trail is described in a self-guiding pamphlet. This hike will show you some of the forest management activities.  There are 10 numbered stops in a 150 metre elevation gain.
SUMAS MOUNTAIN TRAIL
 Part of the Centennial Trail, this 12 km portion is accessible at either end. The elevation gain is 700 meters and there are some steep sections. Much of the trail  passes through Sumas Mountain Regional Park where it joins the Chadsey Lake loop trail.
VEDDER MOUNTAIN TRAIL
 This 5.7 km trail leads to the peak of Vedder Mountain. Elevation gain is 375m.
WILLIAMS PEAK TRAIL This difficult 5.5 km trail leads to the shoulder of the prominent Williams Peak. Elevation gain is 1400 m.

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Safety Contacts

RCMP - CHILLIWACK (non-emergency) 604-792-4611

RCMP - AGASSIZ (non-emergency) 604-796-2211

RCMP - HOPE (non-emergency) 604-869-7750

RCMP EMERGENCY 911

CRIME STOPPERS - CHILLIWACK 604-793-8477

CRIME STOPPERS - HOPE 604-869-8477

FOREST FIRE REPORTING 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 (cell phones)

CONSERVATION OFFICER SERVICE 1-877-952-7277

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