Texas Creek Recreation Site
The spot
About this campsite
Texas Creek Recreation Site lies along the western benchlands of the Fraser River Canyon, approximately 20 km south of Lillooet via Texas Creek Road.
Offers rustic, free unserviced campsites surrounded by ponderosa pines, sagebrush, and steep canyon bluffs overlooking the Fraser River.
Serves as a popular staging ground for dual-sport motorcycles, 4x4 overlanders exploring the Texas Creek FSR back-country routes toward Kookipi Pass.
What makes it worth the drive
- Free Crown land recreation site
- Fraser Canyon benchland scenery
- Ponderosa pine & sagebrush ecosystem
- Kookipi Pass 4x4 route access
Amenities & ground rules
Difficulty
Moderate
Access
Price
$0.00 CAD
Season
May 1 – October 31
Elevation
260 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Not available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Not available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Not available
Sani-dump
Not available
Primitive fire rings
On site
Picnic tables
On site
Fraser River viewpoint
On site
Community reviews
May 2026
Great free spot with classic dry Lillooet country vibes. Ponderosa pines, big river canyon views, and total quiet.
Getting there
Location
Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Texas Creek Recreation Site is unreliable.
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