Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End

British Columbia

British Columbia

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Free Ministry of Forests campsite at Barnes Lake's south end near Ashcroft, BC. Five gravel sites for tents and caravans, first-come basis, fourteen-day limit.

Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End is a Ministry of Forests recreation site near Ashcroft offering tent camping and caravan access. This free, first-come, first-served site is part of a larger recreation area divided into three locations around Barnes Lake, a popular rainbow trout fishery. The south end section provides five vehicle units on gravel pads with a maximum stay of fourteen days. Amenities and specific facilities at the south end location are basic; campers should contact the Ministry of Forests to confirm current conditions and available services before arrival.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End•BC

Explore on our map Get Directions Open in Maps

Common questions about Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End

Is Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End free to camp at?

We have Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End 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 Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End have?

Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End has caravans, tent site and 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 Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End online?

We hold no online booking link for Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End, 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 Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End?

Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End 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 Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End

Facilities recorded for Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

Nearby Campsites

within 50km

900m away

Barnes Lake Recreation Site - North End

Ministry of Forests recreation site at Barnes Lake's north end near Ashcroft, BC. Nine no-fee camping units with gravel pads and rainbow trout fishing access.

17.0 km away

Three Sisters Creek Recreation Site

Three Sisters Creek Recreation Site in BC provides basic camping near the creek. Contact authorities to confirm facilities, fees, and current conditions.

25.6 km away

Big OK Lake Recreation Site

Big OK Lake Recreation Site near Merritt offers rustic camping at 1,504m elevation with tent/caravan sites, pit toilets, and access to popular fly-fishing waters.

28.6 km away

Bose Lake Recreation Site

Free camping at Bose Lake Recreation Site near Logan Lake, BC. Five sites with tables and toilets, fishing access. 4WD recommended for forest service road.