Castle River Bridge Provincial Recreation Area
The spot
About this campsite
Castle River Bridge PRA sits at the historic bridge crossing of the Castle River along Highway 774 near Beaver Mines.
Offering expansive riverfront sites under cottonwoods and poplars, it is a favored staging point for fly anglers targeting native trout.
Serves as an accessible basecamp for exploring the broader Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland wilderness networks.
What makes it worth the drive
- Direct river cobble access
- Native trout fishing
- Close to Beaver Mines Lake
- Spacious site layout
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$31.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – October 12
Elevation
1,220 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Not available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Not available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Fire pits
On site
River access
On site
Community reviews
Sep 2025
Spacious riverfront sites with easy water access for the dogs and fishing.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Castle River Bridge Provincial Recreation Area is unreliable.
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