Big OK Lake Recreation Site

British Columbia

British Columbia

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Free CampingCaravansTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

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.

Big OK Lake Recreation Site is a rustic camping area near Merritt, BC, sitting at 1,504 metres elevation. The site offers seven campsites accommodating tents and caravans, with pit toilets provided. The campground itself is characterised by rocky, largely treeless terrain and can experience windy conditions. Popular with fly-fishing enthusiasts, the site provides access to Big OK Lake (also known as Island Lake), a high-value fishing destination. A boat launch is available nearby. Note that as of 2012, the traditional access route through Highland Valley Copper Mine property is no longer available; contact the site manager for current directions.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

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Common questions about Big OK Lake Recreation Site

Is Big OK Lake Recreation Site free to camp at?

We have Big OK Lake 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 Big OK Lake Recreation Site have?

Big OK Lake Recreation Site has caravans, tent site, toilets 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 Big OK Lake Recreation Site online?

We hold no online booking link for Big OK Lake 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 Big OK Lake Recreation Site?

Big OK Lake 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 Big OK Lake Recreation Site

Facilities recorded for Big OK Lake Recreation Site
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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