6/20/2023 0 Comments Spectacle lake campground![]() There’s a good choice of campsites on this larger lake. Most paddlers continue onto Indianpoint Lake the same day. Kibbee Lake is a small but pretty body of water. The route is well maintained but features a gradual climb. The first real challenge of the circuit is a 2.4km portage to Kibbee Lake. This is the time to ask any last minute questions you may have and double check you have everything you need. It’s pretty quick and includes a gear weighing (more details on this later in the guide). ![]() The Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit experience starts with a mandatory orientation at the Registration Centre. Keep in mind, though, that there’s no easy or quick way to travel between the two parks! What to expect on the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit If you’ve ever spent time in Wells Gray Provincial Park, Bowron Lake is geographically just a little further northwest. We had no signal at all in Wells or in the Bowron Lake park area. The road from Wells to Bowron Lake (30km long) is a very well maintained dirt road. Note that cell phone signal is very sparse after leaving the city of Quesnel. The road access to Bowron Lake is via Highway 26, which detours off Highway 97 just north of the small city of Quesnel (pop. The nearest community is Wells (pop 200). The Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit, part of Bowron Lake Provincial Park, is located in the Cariboo Mountains of Central British Columbia, Canada. The Bowron Lakes experience isn’t limited to the full circuit!īowron Lake from above Where is the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit? Personally, I think the West Side is a great option for novice paddlers or groups with limited time. Technically, you could explore as far as the Cariboo River output on Lanezi Lake while on the ‘West Side.’ This involves starting a trip at the Bowron Lake dock and then finishing at the same location. ![]() There is the option to explore the ‘West Side’ of the circuit only. The full circuit is 116.4km long, with 10.8km total portage distance. The parallelogram is made up of twelve lakes, several rivers and eight portages. The Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit attracts thousands of paddlers from all over the world every year. I’d also suggest having a good read of the BC Parks’ Pre Trip Information Booklet. It includes an overview of the route, example itineraries, reservation details and essential gear recommendations. Inspired to visit the Bowron Lakes Canoe Circuit yourself? This planning guide will help you prepare for your Bowron Lake adventure. All smiles on day 6 of our Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit experience Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit Trip Planning Guide
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