Beaumont Park | BC Parks

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Park overview

Beaumont Provincial Park lies within the Nechako Plateau bordered to the west and north by the Hazelton, Skeena and Omineca mountains.

The park offers a beautiful, sandy beach for swimming and sunbathing and a variety of facilities for water-oriented activities enhance visitor enjoyment.

Beaumont now offers walk-in sites with beach access. Each site is equipped with a fire ring and picnic table.

Established Date: February 16, 1960
Park Size: 178 hectares

Advisories

Dates of operation

All dates are subject to change without notice.

Open to public access May 15, 2023 to September 10, 2023

Current status:Open to public access

Be sure to check advisories above before visiting

Beaumont Campground

Facility type

Vehicle-accessible camping

Number of campsites

Reservable frontcountry sites: 16
Vehicle-accessible sites: 49
Walk-in sites: 5

Main camping season dates

2023: May 15 to September 10

Reservable dates

2023: May 15 to September 9

Winter note

No water or services available until May 15. The gate is locked during the off-season.

Safety info

Stay Safe

Safe swimming practices are a must! As no lifeguard is on duty, children should be watched at all times and solo swimming should be avoided.
Boaters are cautioned to keep a close eye on the weather as Fraser Lake is subject to sudden, heavy winds which can transform the lake surface into dangerous whitecaps.

Special Notes

Western Thatch Ants

Beaumont is home to a large population of Western Thatch Ants. Western Thatch Ant nests should not be disturbed; they will bite and this could leave a stinging sensation on your skin. If this happens, wash the area around the bite. Please keep all food sealed and stored away when not in use. Use garbage and recycling bins to dispose of waste. If using a tent, please remember to keep the door closed.

Camping

Reservations

All campsite reservations must be made through the BC Parks reservations system. When reservations are not available all campsites function as first-come, first-served.

Campsite Reservations

Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.

Vehicle-accessible camping

Popular with local and regional residents, the campground features 49 private sites. Each is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.

Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $22.00 per party/night

BC Senior’s Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $11.00 per senior party/night. Read the User Fees Policy for information on Senior Camping Discounts.

Walk-in camping

Popular with bicyclists, there are 5 walk-in tenting sites that offer lake-front access. Each is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit.

Walk-in/Wilderness Camping Fee Camping Fee: $22.00 per party/night

BC Senior’s Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $11.00 per senior party/night. Read the User Fees Policy for information on Senior Camping Discounts.

Facilities

Accessibility information

Accessibility information is available for this park.

Picnic areas

The day-use area has all the ingredients for an ideal day-long family outing. Sunbathers will find a perfect spot to spread out the blanket on the expansive sandy beach. Shade from willow trees provides an alternative to the summer sun. Swimmers will find conveniently located change houses. Parents can relax in the picnic area while watching the children at the water’s edge nearby. For energetic visitors looking for a little light-hearted competition, a volleyball net is provided.

Pit or flush toilets

Flush toilets are available in the campground. Pit toilets are located in the campground and day-use area.

Drinking water

Cooking and drinking water is from wells and, although discoloured, is safe to drink.

Playground

Play equipment is located in the playground.

Boat launch

A single-lane concrete boat launch with parking area is located 500 metres from the campground. The park’s boat launch affords access to angling for kokanee, char, burbot and rainbow trout.

Sani-station

During the collecting season, a sani-station/dump is located 100 metres from the park gate across from the information shelter and a fee is charged for the service.

Sani-station Use Fee: $5.00 per discharge

Campfires

Campfire pits are provided. While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act ). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. Please be extremely careful with fire. Aluminum foil placed under camp stoves and barbecues will help protect the tables. Smaller fires save trees.

Activities

Hiking

A new self-guided interpretive trail offers eight signs that provide information on plants, animals, and history of the area. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.

Swimming

There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. A roped off swimming area is located at the beach/picnic area. Safe swimming practices are a must! Visitors are encouraged to remain within the designated area. An abrupt drop-off is marked with floats.

Canoeing

Canoes and kayaks are welcome. No rentals located at the park. Boaters are cautioned to keep a close eye on the weather as Fraser Lake is subject to sudden, heavy winds which can transform the lake surface into dangerous whitecaps.

Fishing

Fraser Lake produces burbot, char, rainbow trout and kokanee. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. During the winter season, the park is closed but along Hwy 16 there are several access points for Fraser Lake.

Wildlife viewing

There is no viewing platform but the marsh has abundant birds and beavers.

Pets on leash

Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.

Cycling

Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Beaumont Provincial Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.

Waterskiing

There are good waterskiing opportunities on Fraser Lake and a boat launch is located approximately 500 metres from the campground.

Windsurfing

Prevailing winds allow windsurfing at various skill levels on Fraser Lake.

Maps and location

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Location Map

A 134 km drive west of Prince George on Highway 16. The area is characterized by gently rolling terrain forested with willow, poplar, birch, spruce and occasional stands of aspen. The closest communities, towns and cities are Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake and Fort Fraser.

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Park details

Date established: February 16, 1960
Size: 178 hectares

Park contact

This park proudly operated by:
Quartz Contracting
northquartz@aol.com
250 964-3489

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Nature and culture

History: This park is rich in historical significance. Here, natives traversed well-used trails to trade with other settlements. Later, explorers and fur traders journeyed between Fort Fraser, Fort McLeod and Fort St. James on these same trails. Situated on the southeastern shores of Fraser Lake, the park occupies the site of historic Fort Fraser established by Simon Fraser in 1806. Originally known as Nadleh Whut’en, its site was chosen for its commanding view of the lake and summer breezes which kept the mosquitoes at bay. Beaumont Provincial Park was a gift of Captain E.G. Beaumont, a great benefactor of provincial parks. Besides Beaumont, two other parks were made possible through his generosity.
Cultural Heritage: The Beaumont Park area is rich in cultural significance (refer to History section above).
Conservation: Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the park’s natural heritage, please don’t damage or remove them.
Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant within the park. The marsh area represents ideal habitat for many species of birds and aquatic insects. It is a community in which every member has a distinct role to play and is depended upon by all the others. Birds often seen in the early morning at the marsh include the Redwing Blackbird, Canada Geese, Loons, and Warblers. Beaumont is also home to beavers, and you can view their work along the trail.

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples

BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.