How long does it take to canoe the Bowron Lakes?
6 to 10 days
About This Park The world-renowned Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit encompasses a 116 km chain of lakes, waterways and connecting portages. This wilderness canoe trip takes from 6 to 10 days to complete, depending on your time frame and skill level.
Is there cell service at Bowron Lakes?
Yes, the Bowron Park Provincial Park campground at the Registration Centre has 25 sites, and the two commercial lodges nearby also offer camping. Do cellular phones work out there? No.
How is the fishing at Bowron lakes?
Bowron is the most fished lake on the circuit and it can get very choppy. When fishing the lakes use normal trout or char fishing gear. Large spoons with some weight to them will help you reach the deeper depths. All colors are good for spring and summer fishing; reds, yellows and oranges work best in the fall.
Are dogs allowed on Bowron lakes?
Bowron Lake Provincial Park is a large wilderness area situated on the western slopes of the Cariboo Mountain Range. There is a 25 unit drive-in campground located near the Registration Centre a short distance from Bowron Lake itself. Pets on a leash are allowed only in the vehicle access campground.
Can You Canoe or kayak the Bowron Lake canoe circuit?
So, you can canoe or kayak the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit with confidence. Bowron Lake Canoe and Kayak Rentals also rent a wide selection of top quality canoeing, kayaking, and camping equipment.
What are the best activities in Bowron Lake Park?
Canoeing and kayaking are by far the most popular activities in Bowron Lake Park. The Canoe Circuit is renowned world-wide, attracting many visitors from Europe, the United States and across Canada. Canoes and kayaks are allowed on the circuit.
How much does it cost to fish the Bowron Lakes?
JR tried to fish throughout the Bowron Lakes but was only lucky on the Bowron River (and even then, only small ones!) The full Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit costs $60 per person The fee for the ‘West Side’ only is $30 per person Entry to the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit is strictly controlled.
How long is the Bowron Lake Trail?
The full circuit is 116.4km long, with 10.8km total portage distance. The longest portage is 2.4km. There is the option to explore the ‘West Side’ of the circuit only. This involves starting a trip at the Bowron Lake dock and then finishing at the same location.