Nahatlatch Lakes Recreation Site
The spot
About this campsite
Nahatlatch Lakes Recreation Site encompasses a series of pristine lakes (Frances, Hannah, and Nahatlatch Lakes) strung along the Nahatlatch River valley west of Boston Bar in the Fraser Canyon.
The recreation site offers 28 rustic campsites tucked beneath massive ancient western red cedars and Douglas firs. It serves as a major hub for world-class whitewater rafting on the Nahatlatch River and calm water canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding across the lake chain.
Accessed via 27 km of active logging FSR from Highway 1, the site is cash-only self-registration. Campers should exercise caution around heavy logging truck traffic on weekdays and bring bear-proof food storage containers.
What makes it worth the drive
- Nahatlatch River whitewater access
- Turquoise chain of lakes
- Old-growth cedar canopy
- Canoe & kayak launch
- Canyon mountain vistas
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Moderate
Access
Price
$15.00 CAD
Season
May 15 – October 15
Elevation
290 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
Fire pits
On site
Picnic tables
On site
River rafting staging
On site
Community reviews
Jul 2025
Incredible mountain valley! Paddling across Frances Lake at dawn surrounded by ancient cedar trees was unforgettable. The FSR is in decent shape.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Nahatlatch Lakes Recreation Site is unreliable.
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