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Bannock Point Recreation Site

British Columbia
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Free Camping

About this campsite

Bannock Point Recreation Site offers walk-in tent camping on Slocan Lake near Silverton, BC, with lakeshore sites, swimming, and mountain views.

Bannock Point Recreation Site sits along the shores of Slocan Lake near Silverton in southeastern British Columbia. This walk-in tent camping area is accessed via a moderately steep trail approximately 700 metres from the parking area. Campsites are distributed along the treed and rocky lakeshore, offering views across the water toward the Valhalla Range. The site features a small pebble beach and day-use area. Facilities include tables and primitive toilets. The location attracts visitors interested in swimming, sunbathing on shoreline boulders, and wildlife viewing, with eagles and osprey commonly spotted fishing in the morning hours. Access is from Highway 6 south of Silverton.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

Bannock Point Recreation Site•BC

Common questions about Bannock Point Recreation Site

Is Bannock Point Recreation Site free to camp at?

We have Bannock Point Recreation Site in BC recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Bannock Point Recreation Site have?

Bannock Point Recreation Site has free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Bannock Point Recreation Site online?

We hold no online booking link for Bannock Point Recreation Site, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Bannock Point Recreation Site?

Bannock Point Recreation Site sits in BC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Bannock Point Recreation Site

Facilities recorded for Bannock Point Recreation Site
FacilityOn site
Free CampingYes

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Bannock Point Recreation Site

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