BC Recreation Sites · British Columbia

Harmon Lake

BC Recreation Sites · British Columbia, Canada

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Sites
32
Hookups
32 no hookups
Cost
Camping $15 CAD per night, Apr 1, 2026–Oct 31, 2026
Restrooms
Yes
Elevation
3,655 ft
Dark sky
Bortle class 1
Nearest town
Merritt
Activities
Angling, Canoeing, Hiking, Nature study, Snowshoeing, Icefishing, Camping

About

CASH ONLY - This site has been recently improved (June 2017)to reduce the conflict between public recreationalists and range cattle. The entire camping site is now enclosed with new fencing and cattle guards.

A New 36' floating dock has been installed at the boat launch to improve access to the lake and provide additional shoreline fishing opportunities.

This wonderful campsite has all sizes of gravelled camping pads so motorhomes to tents can be accommodated and has a great well developed boat launch and parking area. Horse shoe pits are also on site. A great family environment with a 24 - 7 site host.

Located in the beautiful Kane Valley, this very popular recreation site is used by all types of outdoor recreationalists. The nearby Harmon Lake Forest Interpretive Trail allows hikers to walk on the southeast side of Harmon Lake and learn about forestry and wildlife. The adjacent 50+ kilometres of the Kane Valley cross country ski trails can also be explored all year round. On occasion there are weekend interpretive shows at the outdoor amphitheatre.

The fees for services are determined based on a detailed analysis of historical seasonal weather patterns. Site operators possess the flexibility to modify the specific dates for fee collections, allowing for adjustments within the established parameters. This adaptability is particularly important, as it enables them to respond effectively to varying weather conditions that may impact operations.

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

Getting there: Located about a 20 minute drive south of Merritt. Drive 17.5 kilometres south along highway 5A on your way to Kelowna. Turn right onto the Kane Valley Road (highways maintained gravel road) and drive for 9 km until you see the site sign. Turn left and drive 300 metres to the site. There are large highway signs to indicate where to turn off.

Weather, month by month

MonthTypical highTypical lowColdest nightHottest dayYears with a night below 32°F
January32°21°-15°38°11 of 11
February32°18°-12°43°11 of 11
March37°23°4°55°11 of 11
April43°28°19°63°11 of 11
May55°37°26°79°5 of 11
June59°41°32°79°0 of 11
July73°49°39°89°0 of 11
August74°51°42°90°0 of 11
September62°44°33°79°0 of 11
October47°34°27°68°7 of 10
November36°27°9°50°10 of 10
December32°24°-18°45°10 of 10

Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.

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