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Total number of campsites
Total reservable frontcountry sites: 16
Total vehicle-accessible sites: 44
Total RV-accessible sites: 1
Reservations

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

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

Vehicle-accessible camping

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

Vehicle-accessible camping fee$20 per party per night
BC seniors’ rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only)$10 per senior party per night

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

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Accessibility information

Accessibility information is available for this park.

Drinking water

Cold water taps are located throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.

Playground

There are playground facilities at this park.

Boat launch

There is a boat launch and dock at Swan Lake Park that is open year-round. Be aware that during the camping season the gates are closed from 11 pm to 7 am, daily.

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.

Picnic areas

This park has a day-use and picnic area. Reservations for the group site picnic area are available. Click here for reservation information.

Group picnicking fee: $35 per group
Pit or flush toilets

There are pit toilets in the campground, and also in the day-use area.

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Hiking

There are developed trails at this park. For your own safety and preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroy plant life and soil structure.

Swimming

There are no lifeguards on duty.

Canoeing

Swan Lake provides excellent opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. Watch out for motorized boats. No rentals available in or near the park.

Kayaking

Swan Lake provides excellent opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. Watch out for motorized boats. No rentals available in or near the park.

Fishing

Anglers can try their luck fishing for walleye, northern pike, yellow perch and burbot. The lake is too shallow and too warm to support cold water salmonid species such as trout and char.

 Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Pets on leash

Pets and 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 the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.

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 Swan 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.

Waterskiing

There are waterskiing opportunities on the lake.

Windsurfing

There are windsurfing opportunities on the lake.

Scuba diving

There are scuba diving or snorkelling opportunities.