Is Alouette campground open?
Alouette Campground: open April 1 to Thanksgiving Monday, see Main Camping Season dates above. BC Senior’s Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $17.50 per senior party/night. North Beach Campground: open mid-May to mid-September, see Main Camping Season dates above.
Which is the best campground at Golden Ears?
Alouette is one of three campsite areas in Golden Ears Park, and a really good one, although a bit of a hike from the water. The only other very slight drawback is the fact that the roads are gravel and can get dusty. Other than that, the campground is near perfect and one of the very best in Metro Vancouver.
How far in advance can you reserve a campsite on recreation gov?
six months
On recreation.gov you can reserve a campsite six months out from your travel… unless, of course, you plan to spend more than one night in that site.
Is there first come first serve camping in Golden Ears?
With its close proximity to Vancouver, Golden Ears is one of the busiest parks in the province, seeing some 132,000 campers. B.C. Parks manages 10,700 campsites across the province and 55 per cent are reservable, while 45 per cent are first-come, first-serve.
Can you walk around Alouette Lake?
Alouette Lake Trail is a 9.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
What time does Alouette Lake open?
Mountainous Golden Ears Provincial Park is home to three campgrounds: Alouette, Gold Creek (open year-round) and North Beach. From mid-October to April, however, the park is open only from 8 am to 5:30 pm. During the warmer months, the gates are open from 7 am to 11 pm.
Are there bears in Golden Ears?
“Hiking is very popular activity in Golden Ears Park, with trails ranging from short self-guided interpretative walks to long backcountry and mountain climbing treks.” Black bears are uncommon but do reside in the park, so bear-safe camping such as storing food in cars overnight, should be practised.
How long can you reserve on recreation gov?
Reservations are valid for three consecutive days beginning with the day of arrival reserved. Pass holders must provide Annual or Lifetime Pass (if applicable) for validation or will be required to pay the entrance fee.
What does FF mean camping?
First-Come First-Served Campgrounds.
Do you need a pass for Golden Ears?
It states for Golden Ears, “Day-use pass not required.” for these trails, “South Beach Day-Use Parking Lot, Alouette Lake Boat Launch Parking, East and West Canyon Trailhead Parking Lot (including Lower Falls Trail).”
Is Alouette Lake safe to swim?
North Beach is located on Alouette Lake in the Golden Ears Provincial Park. There are excellent camping facilities as well as opportunities to swim and fish. Fraser Health Authority monitors the water quality at 42 Fraser Valley beaches. Recreational water is considered safe if the geometric mean result is under 200 E.
How cold is Alouette Lake?
Starting in winter when Alouette Lake reservoir is fully mixed and uniformly cold at an average temperature of 5°C, the LLO delivers water to the Alouette River that is similar in temperature.