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Joffre Lakes
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what to expect
Backcountry camping is only available at Upper Joffre Lake within the designated tentpad area. Camping is not permitted outside of the designated area or off the tentpads. Facilities include 26 rustic gravel tentpads adjacent to the lake, an outhouse, and a food storage facility. Camping is located at the end of a hiking trail 5.5 km from the trail head and limited parking is available at the trail head. Reservations are required year-around. There is no cell phone coverage in this park. No pets are allowed within the park. Fires are prohibited. Potable water is not available - bring your own water or sterilize nearby stream /lake water.
the basics
Flush toiletsAccessible
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
No fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
what to bring
This list adapts to Joffre Lakes. no showers means a travel towel;
common questions about Joffre Lakes
- does Joffre Lakes have electric hookups?
- No. Joffre Lakes Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is Joffre Lakes from Vancouver?
- Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is 127 km from Vancouver. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
- do you need reservations at Joffre Lakes?
- Yes. Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
nearby places
Within ~100 km of Joffre Lakes.
want to camp at Joffre Lakes?
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