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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
- There are no park alerts at this time.
Park
Info:
Beaumont
Provincial Park lies within the Nechako Plateau bordered
to the west and north by the Hazelton, Skeena and Omineca
mountains.
The park offers a beautiful, sandy beach for swimming and
sunbathing and a variety of facilities for water-oriented
activities enhance
visitor
enjoyment.

Park
Size:
191.8
hectares
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management
Planning Information
Location:
A
134 km drive west of Prince George on Highway 16. The
area is characterized by gently rolling terrain forested
with willow, poplar, birch, spruce and occasional stands
of aspen. The closest communities, towns and cities are
Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake and Fort Fraser.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.

Nature
& Culture:
- History - This park is
rich in historical significance. Here, natives traversed well-used
trails to trade with other settlements. Later, explorers and fur
traders journeyed between Fort Fraser, Fort McLeod and Fort St.
James on these same trails. Situated on the southeastern shores
of Fraser Lake, the park occupies the site of historic Fort Fraser
established by Simon Fraser in 1806. Originally known as Natleh,
its site was chosen for its commanding view of the lake and summer
breezes which kept the mosquitoes at bay. Beaumont Provincial Park
was a gift of Captain E.G. Beaumont, a great benefactor of provincial
parks. Besides Beaumont, two other parks were made possible through
his generosity.
- Cultural
Heritage - The Beaumont
Park area is rich in cultural significance (refer to History section
above).
- Conservation - Flowers,
trees and shrubs are part of the park's natural heritage, please don't
damage or remove them
- Wildlife - Wildlife is abundant within the park. The marsh area represents ideal habitat for many species of birds and aquatic insects. It is a community in which every member has a distinct role to play and is depended upon by all the others. Birds often seen in the early morning at the marsh include the Redwing Blackbird, Canada Geese, Loons, and Warblers. Beaumont is also home to beavers, and you can view their work along the trail.
Visitor
Safety:
- Safe
swimming practices are a must! As no lifeguard is on duty,
children should be watched at all times and solo swimming
should be avoided.
- Boaters are cautioned to
keep a close eye on the weather as Fraser Lake is subject to sudden, heavy
winds which can
transform the lake surface into dangerous whitecaps.
General
Visitor Safety Information (park
safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For
parks that accept reservations,
all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover
Camping.
Campsite
Reservations:
Campsite
reservations
are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
Quartz Contracting
E-mail address: northquartz@aol.com
Phone: (250) 964-3489

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Popular
with local and regional residents, the campground
features 49 private sites. Each is equipped with
a picnic table and fire pit.
Campsite
reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served
sites are also available.
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only):
$7.50 per senior's couple/night
Campground Hours
of Operation
All dates are subject
to change without notice |
Opening
and Closing Campground Dates: (campground
is accessible but may not offer full services
such as water, security, etc.)
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May
9 - September 30
(no water or services available until May 15th)
Gate is closed during off-season.
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| Campground
Dates with Full Services and Fees: |
May
12 - September 30 |
| Campground
Reservable Dates: |
June
9 - September 4 |
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Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: |
49 |
| Number
of Reservable Campsites, if applicable:
(all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
16 |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. |
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No
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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The day-use
area has all the ingredients for an ideal day-long
family
outing. Sunbathers will find a perfect spot to spread
out the blanket on the expansive sandy beach. Shade
from willow trees provides an alternative to the summer
sun. Swimmers will find conveniently located change
houses. Parents can relax in the picnic area while
watching the children at the water’s edge nearby.
For energetic visitors looking for a little light-hearted
competition, a volleyball net is provided.
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A
flush toilet building in the campground can be accessed
by the disabled.
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Cooking
and drinking water is from wells and, although discoloured,
is safe to drink.
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Flush
toilets are available in the campground. Pit toilets are
located in the campground and day-use area. |
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No
showers.
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During
the collecting season, a sani-station/dump is located
100 metres from the park gate across from the information
shelter and a fee is charged for the service.
Sani-station
Use Fee: $2.00 per discharge
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Campfire
pits are provided. While campfires are allowed and
campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we
encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect
the environment by minimizing the use of fire and
using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally
and may vary from park to park. Limited burning
hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve
vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather
firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere
in the park (this is a ticketable offence under
the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat
element for many plants and animals and it adds
organic matter to the soil. Please be extremely
careful with fire. Aluminum foil placed under camp
stoves and barbecues will help protect the tables.
Smaller fires save trees.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park. |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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A
new self-guided interpretive trail offers eight
signs that provide information on plants, animals,
and history of the area. For your own safety and
the preservation of the park, obey posted signs
and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails
destroys plant life and soil structure.
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Play
equipment is located in the playground.
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There
are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. A roped
off swimming area is located at the beach/picnic area.
Safe swimming practices are a must! Visitors are encouraged
to remain within the designated area. An abrupt drop-off
is marked with floats.
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Canoes
and kayaks are welcome. No rentals located at the park.
Boaters are cautioned to keep a close eye on the weather
as Fraser Lake is subject to sudden, heavy winds which
can transform the lake surface into dangerous whitecaps.
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A single-lane
concrete boat launch with parking area is located
500 metres from the campground. The park’s
boat launch affords access to angling for kokanee,
char, burbot and rainbow trout.
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Fraser
Lake produces burbot, char, rainbow trout and kokanee.
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must
have an appropriate licence. During
the winter season, the park is closed but
along Hwy 16 there are several access points
for
Fraser
Lake.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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Horseback
riding is not permitted at this park.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash at all times and are not
allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible
for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or
other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential
for problems with bears.
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There is no viewing platform but the
marsh has abundant birds and beavers.

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No
winter recreation opportunities in the park. The closest downhill skiing
is at Murray Ridge in Fort St. James.
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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Prevailing
winds allow windsurfing at various skill levels on Fraser Lake.
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There are good
waterskiing opportunities on Fraser Lake and a boat launch is located
approximately 500 metres from the campground.
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No
hunting in the park. |
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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