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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

The park is now closed for the season. The park will open for visitors in May 2008.

Park Info: On Babine Lake near the community of Granisle, this popular park is named for the ironstained cliffs that plunge almost perpendicularly into the lake. Park visitors can swim, sunbathe, angle for a rainbow trout or take in the salmon enhancement projects at nearby Fulton River and Pinkut Creek. Boaters like to explore the extensive shoreline of Babine Lake, the longest natural fresh water lake in British Columbia.

Please note: This park is cooperatively managed by a community, society or other partner. Services and facilities may differ from those offered in other BC Parks.

Park Size: 148 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

Location Map

At the Village of Topley on Hwy 16, go north for 45 km on Hwy 118.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

Location Map

Nature & Culture:

Wildlife - Scenic walking trails provide excellent lake views and the opportunity to observe wildlife. Black bear and moose are especially abundant. Varied waterfowl, including Sora Rail, inhabit the lake and marshes. The salmonoid enhancement project at the nearby Fulton River Hatchery is also well worth visiting. Babine Lake is an angler’s paradise. Cutthroat, rainbow trout and char are found in the lake. Flyfishing and trolling yield superb results.

Visitor Safety:

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.

This park does not offer Discover Camping Reservations.

However, campsite reservations may be possible in this park, please contact the Village of Granisle at 250-697-2248.

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Contact Information:
Village of Granisle: (250) 697-2248

This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis - campsite reservations are not accepted. There are 27 standard sites available. Five are beachfront and the rest are shaded. There is a large parking lot available for extra vehicles to park. There is a gate at the entrance of the park it is locked from 11:00pm to 7:00am. When the gate is locked visitors are not permitted to walk in and camp. The gate is locked 24 hours a day in the off-season.
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.)	May 16 - September 4
Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees:	May 16 - September 4
Campground Reservable Dates:	Not applicable
Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites:	27
Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served)	Not applicable
Note: The park is closed during the off-season

No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.

No group campsites.

The day use area has three picnic tables and is located on a grassy area beside the beach. Campfires are permitted but visitors must supply their own firewood.

There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.

There is one cold-water hand pump.

This park has pit toilets - no flush toilets.

No showers.

No sani-station/dump facilities.

Firewood can be purchased from the Park Facility Operator in some parks or you can bring your own wood. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented and some parks may use communal fire rings. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.

There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.

There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

The Bluff Trail is available to park visitors. It is a self-guided interpretive trail and makes an easy 5km loop. The trail may be flooded at different times of year due to water fluctuations on Babine Lake. 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.

This park does not have a playground.

There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. For more information contact the Village of Granisle at (250) 697-2248.

There is a rustic moderate-grade boat launch at this park. A breakwater wharf and dock are also available.

Babine Lake is an angler's paradise. Cutthroat, rainbow trout and char are found in the lake. Flyfishing and trolling yield superb results. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

No horseback riding.

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.

There are wildlife viewing opportunities at the viewing platforms along the Bluff Trail. A variety of waterfowl and song birds frequent the marsh areas and can be seen at any time of the day.

No winter recreation opportunities.

No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.

No windsurfing opportunities.

No waterskiing opportunities.

No hunting in the park.

No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.

No spelunking or caving opportunities.

No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.