Heffley Lake

NOTICE: DUE TO LOW WATER LEVELS, THE BOAT LAUNCH HAS BEEN CLOSED TO TRAILERED BOAT LAUNCHING.

Heffley Lake recreation site is very popular and fills up quickly in the summer. There are no reservable campsites, so plan accordingly. Within the boundary of the recreation site, there are 2 camping areas and a public boat launch. The original camping area has 19 sites with four double group camping sites. There is a small cartop boat launching area between campsites 8 and 9. The newer (east) camping area has 11 campsites and is situated away from the lake in a forested setting.

The boat launching area is the largest public boat launch on the lake; however, space is limited. This gravel boat launch is not designed for large watercraft. The intended use is for launching watercraft and parking vehicles. Swimmers and self-propelled watercraft are reminded not to block or impede boat traffic. Boaters are reminded to watch out for swimmers and self-propelled watercraft. A small area with 2 picnic tables is available for first come first serve picnicking. If issues continue between day users and boaters, then swimming and self-propelled watercraft users will be prohibited in this area.

Please use the site responsibly. As per the Forest Recreation Regulations;

Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days per visit.

No reserving or holding of campsites, no unoccupied trailers, tents, chairs, vehicles may save a site or reserve it for others. All sites are first come, first serve.

Camping is only permitted in the designated camping spots.

All dogs must be on a leash at all times (for all Kamloops Recreation Sites).

Buy a fishing licence, read the regulations and view fish stocking reports HERE.

Road access. Maintained to Recreation Sites and Trails BC standards by a partner or contractor. Facilities on file: boat launch, toilets, picnic tables.

Getting there: Heffley Lake Recreation Site is accessed via the road to the Sun Peaks Resort.