Clearwater Lake Campground - Wells Gray Provincial Park
The spot
About this campsite
Clearwater Lake Campground sits at the southern tip of the 22 km long Clearwater Lake at the end of the Wells Gray Parkway.
Features 80 unserviced campsites in a tranquil cedar and hemlock forest, serving as the main launchpad for canoe wilderness trips and water taxi tours up Azure Lake.
Offers immediate access to Osprey Falls, hiking trails along the Clearwater River, and powerboat/canoe launches into the wilderness park.
What makes it worth the drive
- Clearwater Lake wilderness gateway
- Azure Lake water taxi access
- Old-growth cedar forest
- Osprey Falls viewpoint
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Moderate
Access
Price
$23.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – September 30
Elevation
680 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Not available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Canoe rentals
On site
Fire pits
On site
Food storage lockers
On site
Community reviews
Aug 2025
The perfect starting point for canoeing Wells Gray! Quiet campsites under huge cedar trees.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Clearwater Lake Campground - Wells Gray Provincial Park is unreliable.
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