Camping
Prince George has plenty for campers, with camping opportunities that range from roadside and lakeside to wilderness escapes.
Of course, Northern BC has a variety of wildlife, and it is possible to catch a glimpse of moose, deer, bears or other large animals on these trips. Be aware of and adhere to bear safety when camping in BC parks. Insect repellant is also a good idea to protect against black flies and mosquitoes.
Private Campgrounds & RVing in Prince George
There are a number of private RV camping sites near Prince George. Hartway RV Park has treed private and pull-through sites, clean washrooms with city water, power, sani-dump, showers, wireless internet, a laundromat and a public phone.
Rockin's River Resort has wheelchair accessible riverside campsites with pull-through sites, power, and sani-dump. Southpark RV Park is just minutes from downtown and offers a fuel discount, wireless internet, video security and quick access to golf, hiking and more. Other local RV parks and campgrounds include Blue Spruce, Sintich RV Park, Bee Lazee RV Park & Campground, and Stone Creek RV Park & Campground.
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Provincial Park Campgrounds
Carp Lake Provincial Park, two hours north on Highway 97, has sandy beaches and excellent fishing. A short hike at nearby War Lake leads to War Falls. The park is fantastic for all kinds of activities, including camping and boating. Carp Lake Campground has 90 tent and RV sites. Facilities include a children's playground, two sand beaches (20- and 40-minute walks from the campground), a double concrete boat launch and a picnic shelter. Twelve more campsites are along the east shores of War Lake. Rustic camping is available for boaters on a few Carp Lake islands; garbage must be packed out.
Whiskers Point Provincial Park, 130km/81mi north on Highway 97, has an accessible sand beach perfect for summer swimming. There is a day-use area with a concrete boat launch, picnic tables and shelter, a change room, playing field, playground, horseshoes and fire pits. The campground has 69 vehicle-accessible campsites that can accommodate different-sized vehicles, and some have tent pads for easy, comfortable tenting.
Crooked River Provincial Park, 70km/44mi north on Highway 97, is situated on Bear Lake. Campsites (90 vehicle-accessible) can be reserved and some can accommodate larger RVs. Some of the finest sandy beaches are found at Bear Lake, with the main attraction a 0.5km/0.3mi long beach. Other park facilities include showers, pit and flush toilets, a playground and day use area, drinking water, and wheelchair accessible washrooms. Non-motorized boats only are allowed in this park.
Purden Lake Provincial Park, 64km/40mi east on Highway 16, is a coniferous, forested park. Purden Lake offers good rainbow fishing, canoeing, kayaking and windsurfing. The campground has 78 vehicle-accessible campsites with 12 tenting sites. Facilities include a boat launch, playground and day use area.
Check with BC Parks regarding campground and firewood fees.
Provincial Parks Wilderness Camping
Some of the regions provincial parks have wilderness camping available. Check with the Prince George Visitor Centre for more information.
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