Backcountry Camping

Murtle Lake is located in Wells Gray Provincial Park, BC, Canada. It is run by BC Parks under the jurisdiction of the British Columbia Ministry of Environment.

The closest town (Blue River) is 25 km far away. There is only one access - a twisting, rough gravel road. No cell service, pristine wilderness and solitude. Be prepared!

The last section to the lake is a foot-trail portage. The campsites are located around the lake and can only be accessed by canoe (except of campsite #1).

Backcountry Permit

Staying overnight at Murtle Lake requires a permit. Purchase can be made pre-trip via the BC Parks website or upon arrival at the Murtle Lake Lagoon. There is a self-registration station near the canoe launch. Method of payment at the Lagoon is cash only. A registration envelope has to be filled out in all cases.

Fees: $5 CAD per person, per night. Children under age 6 are free.

How to calculate your Backcountry Permit

Campfire

When conditions are favourable and there are no fire bans in effect, campfires are allowed. As a courtesy a small amount of unsplit firewood may be provided.

Please be adviced:
You have to use one of BC Parks' fire rings. Do not build you own fire pit. Do not move the fire rings. No big fires. Before leaving the campsite the fire has to be completely extinguished. Do not leave your campfire unattended. Thank you!

Rules

The following rules apply to Murtle Lake, its trails and the parking lot. Non-compliance may result in eviction!

No dogs or other pets, no horses
No firearms
No chainsaws
No combustion or electric motors
No cutting of trees or other vegetation
No drones
No smoking or vaping
No glass containers
No camping in undesignated areas
No commercial guided groups

Pack out what you pack in. Take a garbage bag and carry out all garbage. Garbage containers are located at the Murtle Lake parking lot.

Links

Backcountry Registration: Online Registration
Tip: Navigate to Backcountry ➜ Backcountry Registration ➜ Park: Wells Gray - Murtle Lake

BC Parks: Explore Murtle Lake
BC Parks: Backcountry Guide

BC Wildfire Service: Kamloops Fire Centre bans and restrictions

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