Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Green Lake Provincial Park adventure.
Emerald green waters, a shallow beach, and spectacular stargazing await.
Five hours’ drive north of Vancouver, just off the Trans-Canada Highway, this small park in former cowboy country is a great road trip rest stop. In the last century, it was a frequent stopover for stagecoaches, and today, its lakeside campgrounds (six of 11 with facilities), have a total of 121 roomy sites. Water skiers love the nine miles (14 kilometers) of lake, turned turquoise from microorganisms, while cyclists appreciate the bumpy cattle trails that are also good for horseback riding. The closest town, 70 Mile House, sits 10 miles (16 km) away and is named in relation to the start of the former Old Cariboo Road in Lillooet, British Columbia.
Open from mid-May to the end of September, Green Lake’s services shut down in early September. Fall is the best time to see Canada’s quintessential northern lights, a must-see natural phenomena rarely visible in southern Canada but possible at Green Lake. July and August offer prime swimming temperatures, but shoulder season nights get chilly—bring a sweater and warm clothes. Deer and moose are frequent visitors, as are owls and golden eagles, so consider bringing your camera to catch a snap.