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Total number of campsites
Total vehicle-accessible sites: 33
Total groupsites: Informal (see Group Camping below)
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Group camping
Roche Lake North is quite open and is suitable for group camping.
Vehicle-accessible camping

This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first come, first served basis. Campsite reservations are not accepted.

There are three rustic campgrounds: Roche Lake North (8 sites), Roche Lake West (21 sites) and Horseshoe Lake (4 sites).

Vehicle-accessible camping fee$13 per party per night
BC seniors’ rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only)$6.50 per senior party per night

For information on the BC seniors’ rate, see the camping fees page. 

Wilderness camping

As of August 29, 2013, the backcountry of Roche Lake Park has multiple hazard trees that pose a potential safety risk.

Camping outside of managed campgrounds is not recommended at this time. For more information, contact BC Parks at 250-371-6200.

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Accessibility information

Accessibility information is available for these areas of the park:

Boat launch
There are undeveloped boat launches in each campground. They are only suitable for launching small boats.
Campfires

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. Campfires must not exceed half a metre in height. Keep fires small, save trees and conserve firewood. Do not leave your campfire unattended. This is a high-risk forest fire area.

Pit or flush toilets
Pit toilets are available at Roche Lake North, Roche Lake West, Horseshoe Lake, Black Lake, and John Frank Lake.
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Hiking
There are many informal trails for hiking. 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

Swimming is available in this park. There are no lifeguards on duty.

Canoeing
Canoeing and kayaking are popular.
Fishing

Lakes are stocked with rainbow trout. This is a world-class rainbow trout fishing area. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Ice fishing is sometimes available. Ensure that ice is safe before attempting this activity because aeration is used in some of the lakes to prevent winter kill.

The Freshwater Fishing Society provides more information on fishing at Roche Lake.

Pets on leash
You are responsible for behaviour of pets and domestic animals and you 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

There are many informal trails for cycling. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Roche Lake 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.

Horseback riding
There are many informal trails for horseback riding.
Hunting

Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for regulations.

Winter recreation

There are many informal unset trails for cross-country skiing and for snowshoeing. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails.

Ice skating is available in this park. Ensure that ice is safe before attempting this activity because aeration is used in some of the lakes to prevent winter kill.