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The best camping in Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park, BC
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The best camping in Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park, BC
Orren Creek Ranch Resort
1. Orren Creek Ranch Resort
100%
(19)
49km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 47 sites · Tents, RVs
Orren Creek Ranch Campground – A Hidden Gem in the Southern Cariboo
Relax and breathe in the fresh mountain air at this peaceful, private campground nestled in the heart of British Columbia’s wilderness. Perched on a forested plateau, Orren Creek Ranch offers a tranquil escape for nature lovers, soul seekers, and outdoor adventurers alike.
Enjoy paddling the calm waters of our private lake—ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or simply drifting in stillness while observing beavers, waterfowl, and a rich variety of birds. Wake up to birdsong and watch for deer, moose, and soaring eagles that frequent the area.
While our lake is best suited for non-motorized watercraft, we’re also located along the famous “Fishing Highway”, placing you just minutes away from world-class fishing and stunning swimming lakes.
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Toilets
Campfires
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CA$31
/ night
Wells Gray | River's Edge Retreat
2. Wells Gray | River's Edge Retreat
95%
(41)
69km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The River's Edge Retreat is a glamping property with a mix of tenting and RV sites, glamping cabins, and guest suites. The retreat is nestled into the banks of the Clearwater River in the centre of town, walking distance to stores, restaurants, farmer's market, and the beautiful Dutch Lake.
Clearwater BC is the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park which is home to over 40 named waterfalls, more than 200 kms of trail systems, exciting wildlife, and rich history. We are located 130 kms North from Kamloops in the heart of the Thompson Valley and on route to Jasper National Park.
In the summer, there is an abundance of outdoor recreation activities. Whitewater rafting is our most popular activity by leaps and bounds! There is also swimming, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, paragliding, jet boat tours, canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking to name a few. We also have a vibrant farmer's market with fresh and local grown and made items. There is music in the park, car shows, kayak festival, and so much more!
In the winter months, there is ice fishing, sledding, snowshoeing, ice climbing, and the waterfalls are spectacular when they are frozen!
Ask about special rates on activities as our guests!
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from
CA$65
/ night
Akehurst Lake Wilderness Resort
3. Akehurst Lake Wilderness Resort
100%
(27)
69km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 5 sites
A very remote, tranquil log cabin fishing camp hand-built in the 1960's. Akehurst Lake Wilderness Resort is only accessible by ATV (snowmobile in winter) or by foot (a 9-minute walk from the parking lot). There is no public access to the lake so it is wonderfully private & peaceful.
We offer 5 cabins in total with some areas suitable for tents.
There is a day-lodge with a kitchen and eating area for guest's use, kayaks, row boats, and a paddle board free for use as well as a wood-fired sauna!
The lake is excellent for swimming. It is feet-friendly, shallow, and has no sudden drop-offs. And if you like to hike, fish or BOTH then this is the place for you. There are many nearby lakes that are a short drive/ride and hike away!
Akehurst Lake does not have cell service or wifi. Lights are made possible by a gas generator in the evening. There is only cold running water in the day-lodge sink which is seasonal and depends on if the creek is running. Guests should be comfortable being in the woods and aware that if no one else is there, they will need to light the stove and fridge and operate the generator if needed.
**Packing List**
- Bedding (sheets & blankets or sleeping bag. Pillow covers)
- Extra pillows (we provide 2 per cabin. Ask if more are available before arrival)
- Towel/face cloth
- Dish cloth & Dish towels
- Paper towel/napkins
- Toilet rolls
- Lighter for fires (if applicable). Ours tend to all go missing or stop working
- Flashlight
- Drinking water
- Cooler & ice
You are welcome to create your own outdoor kitchen at your cabin, but we do ask you to be mindful of removing items from the day lodge that those using the kitchen might be counting on.
***We cannot stress this enough**: This is very remote. It is truly another world up there and we cannot be there at all times so it is a good idea to have some knowledge and experience in off-grid/backcountry living!
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CA$90
/ night
Alpenglow Farms
4. Alpenglow Farms
100%
(33)
79km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to 98 acres of paradise. The farm is located at the base of Raft Mountain on the North Thompson River in Beautiful British Columbia Canada. Sites share a fence line with horses. Whether you are fishing from our private beach, having dinner with the bald eagles or enjoying time with the farm animals Alpenglow Farms has it all for an incredible adventure without leaving the property. For those wanting to explore even more in the Canadian Rockies your host is always willing to organize such adventures as waterfall viewing in Wells Grey Park, paragliding, white water rafting and so much more. Or just give great tips for how to maximize your time in our beautiful area. Wake up where the bears do and see what adventure awaits today.
Please connect thru the message page on Hipcamp or text 6138042797 or 6138047896 to arrange arrival ASAP - someone must be available to meet you and show you to the site the first time.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
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CA$35
/ night
Kayanara Guest Ranch
5. Kayanara Guest Ranch
8.9km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We all deserve to dream! Come experience everything this area has to offer.
Located in the heart of the South Cariboo, only a stone throw away from beautiful Canim Lake Beach. Kayanara resides on a serene 220 acres, nestled amongst the trees with the mystical Eagle Creek caressing our southern border.
You can enjoy being on the water as we have kayak and canoe rentals or you can drive 5 minutes and be at Canim Lake beach and enjoy a swim.
Complete with over 7 kilometers of inspiring hiking trails with unbelievable views, and access to unlimited open back country right from our door step. See all of the wildlife, pristine lakes and rivers you want to explore.
Come enjoy peace and tranquility by connecting with the land and connecting with yourself.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$49
/ night
Canim Cove
6. Canim Cove
11km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
Get ready for an epic adventure with your tribe!
1.6 acres of open and private lakefront property suited for group camping events.
Perfect for family reunions, work retreats, and squad goals!
Spacious campsite for up to 8 mid-sized trailers + tent space!
Game on! Extra room for activities and shenanigans
Breathtaking lake views and outdoor adventures await!
Limited water and power hookups available (but we've got you covered!)
UNLIMITED dirt biking and ATV trails RIGHT AT YOUR DOORSTEP (1km to epic trails!)
Bring your water toys and make a splash!
Mooring for 1 boat is available. Mooring is at your own risk! *Please advise Host of all watercrafts prior to booking.
*Good to know: No sanitation dump is on site. 3 portable outhouses are on the property for your use. 100 mile House offers a free sanitation site behind Save-on-Foods. Trailers are required to reverse down a single lane 60' driveway on a slight decline. The walk to and from the beach is on a 28% slope as shown in aerial photo. All pets must be leashed. 50ppl max.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
CA$315
/ night
McSorley Estates
7. McSorley Estates
15km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
McSorley Manor and the grounds, exist in a private rural and beautifully forested 12 acres in Forest Grove British Columbia. Backing on Crown Land the lay slopes along south facing hillsides of sun and shade before Crossing a creek and gully up a ravine to the front of the grounds where a beautifully manicured forest for camping, RV and recreation awaits.
20 minutes from 100 Mile House and an equal distance to Canim Lake this rural acreage is close to all amenities while remaining private, quiet and serene.
Logger spring a beautiful artisan water source located just north of the property, feeds it fresh water by gravity year round.
At the front of the property a hydropole provides light, electricity and Wi-Fi access to guests.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$17
/ night
Martens Resort on Timothy Lake
8. Martens Resort on Timothy Lake
100%
(3)
20km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 8 sites · RVs, Lodging
Let's be real...when booking a lakefront vacation in BC it's all about the lake and Timothy Lake will not disappoint.
Timothy Lake is the perfect size, large enough to be unrestricted and offer great fishing, but small enough where you aren't always battling waves. As you venture from the shoreline you'll eventually loose site of the resort and soon find a public sandy beach, an uninhabited island, and a water channel connecting into Dempsey Lake. We've never heard that Dempsey is a great fishing lake, but it is a cool journey by paddle or small boat, and shows just how awesome the natural world is.....but watch for underwater branches throughout the channel cause a wrecked prop can make a good mad a bad mood - really quick.
Located off the beaten track, Timothy Lake is seldom used by weekend warriors and is never too busy - making it great for swimming, water skiing, fishing or just floating around in one of those giant inflatable flamingo's...... if that's your thing.
**There is a pet fee at $55/ per pet, you can add this to your booking at checkout.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$69
/ night
Whoka Orchard
9. Whoka Orchard
100%
(4)
24km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 1 site
Discover the gorgeous landscape that surrounds this beautiful sheep farm. A perfect quiet destination for anyone wanting to stop, recharge and reconnect with nature and animals. Come experience our off grid full hook up site with 15amp service. The farm borders Roserim lake and is perfect for swimming, kayaking, bird watching, reading, fishing and sunsets. The waterfalls and Gray Wells Provincial park are just a short drive away.
Pets
Full hookups
from
CA$50
/ night
Wildflower Meadows
10. Wildflower Meadows
100%
(4)
30km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
One acre, unique gothic arch house with various small out-buildings, lots of grass, aspen stands, wild roses, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, backs onto greenbelt where horses graze, deer roam, four friendly cats reside, three dogs dwell, multiple chickens do their chickeny things... It feels like being out in the country yet is only 4 minutes to a small grocery/liquor store.
Bring some firewood and/or pallets and use the bonfire pit (as long as there is no local fire ban in effect).
Unfortunately, we do not yet have an outhouse so we can only accommodate campers who have their own toilet facilities onboard. The nearest public toilets are a four-minute drive away and are open till 9:00, and there are 24-hour bathrooms about ten minutes away.
We are a quiet, friendly family who will respect your privacy, but we welcome any questions you may have and we are happy to greet you!
Pets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
CA$30
/ night
Stack Lake Stay
11. Stack Lake Stay
83%
(6)
32km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
50-acre hobby farm on a small private lake.
We have 5 campsites available for tent or RV campers. If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles up to 100 ft in length and the site is flat.
Situated minutes away from larger lakes such as Lac La Hache and Timothy lake.
Mt Timothy ski hill is approximately 25 minutes up the road. Our private lake offers tons of wildlife viewing, kayaking and fishing.
The property is surrounded by endless trails for hiking, atving and horseback riding.
Feel free to bring your animals and enjoy the outdoors. Campfires are permitted.
Potable water and wifi available.
We look forward to hosting you!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$30
/ night
Lucky Strike RV Camp
12. Lucky Strike RV Camp
80%
(5)
47km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 15 sites · RVs, Lodging
The perfect private camping experience in Lone Butte, BC! Lone Butte is known for its countless lakes providing great swimming, boating, and fishing.12 well-spaced sites offering lakefront access and beautiful scenery to enjoy.If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles of any size and the sites are flat. No power is available as of now but powered sites will be available soon.Water station and picnic table available on site. Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Pets are welcome.We are located right on Wilson lake in the Bridge lake region of the South Cariboo with many beautiful surrounding lakes in the area. Wilson lake offers amazing boating and fishing. Miles of trails to explore with ATV, Boat and paddleboard rentals available right on site. This is the perfect spot to enjoy nature! We look forward to hosting you.Learn more about this land:The perfect private camping experience in Lone Butte, BC! Lone Butte is known for its countless lakes providing great swimming, boating, and fishing.12 well-spaced sites offering lakefront access and beautiful scenery to enjoy.If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles of any size and the sites are flat. No power is available as of now but powered sites will be available soon.Water station and picnic table available on site. Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Pets are welcome.We are located right on Wilson lake in the Bridge lake region of the South Cariboo with many beautiful surrounding lakes in the area. Wilson lake offers amazing boating and fishing. Miles of trails to explore with ATV, Boat and paddleboard rentals available right on site. This is the perfect spot to enjoy nature! We look forward to hosting you.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$32
/ night
Little Horse Lodge
13. Little Horse Lodge
45%
(10)
50km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Located in the Cariboo region of BC with beautiful Green Lake access a short walk across the road.
RV sites with water and 30 Amp electrical. Lake access is a ten-minute walk from this location and is walkable, ATV, or bike accessible. Crown land is accessible from the back of the property for trails. Great central location to explore the Cariboo.
We can accommodate vehicles up to 45ft in length and the sites are flat. Electrical and water hookups are available.
Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Pets are welcome.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$30
/ night
Wells Gray Golf & RV Resort
14. Wells Gray Golf & RV Resort
85%
(17)
65km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 51 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Wells Gray Golf & RV Resort, a beautiful spot for your family getaway in Wells Gray Provincial Park.
Located 35km from Clearwater in Central Interior BC, Wells Gray Golf & RV Resort has every style of camping to fit your needs, from full service RV camping and tenting to rustic cabins. We are horse and dog friendly, and have corrals for guests that like to travel with their horses.
If you are looking for an affordable, nature inspired holiday close to many natural attractions, you have found the right place. We border Hemp Creek as well as acres of pristine wilderness, and various kinds of wildlife can ofen be seen at the resort. With ample green space, we have the advantage of being close to some of the world’s best outdoor recreational activities such as canoeing, kayaking, rafting, fly-fishing, hiking, camping, wildlife viewing and horseback riding.
We host a challenging 9 hole par 72 golf course and offer some incredible Stay and Play packages. As the topping on your getaway, we have a private mineral swimming lake available exclusively to our guests and their visitors. This resort has been built and managed as a family business from its birth in 1998. We are all proud to share the beauty of nature with our guests!
Make yourself at home at Wells Gray Golf & RV Resort. If you are looking for a peaceful, friendly, and family oriented place to stay, then this is the place for you. You will enjoy the variety of natural wonders within Wells Gray Park. Be sure to bring your camera!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
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CA$40
/ night
Clearwater Valley Resort
15. Clearwater Valley Resort
71km from Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park · 1 site
Discover a unique camping experience on 18 beautifully wooded acres in Clearwater, British Columbia, where nature meets comfort. This serene campground offers a variety of accommodations, including tent sites, full-service RV sites, cozy hotel rooms, and rustic log cabins, ensuring a perfect fit for every type of traveler.
Guests can enjoy a large man-made lake featuring a charming fountain and an overwater building for relaxation and recreation. The heated outdoor pool provides a refreshing escape, while 24-hour access to clean bathrooms and showers enhances the convenience for campers. Dining options abound with the on-site 52 Ridge Restaurant & Pub, open daily at 4 PM, offering a spacious patio adjacent to the pool area. For coffee lovers, the CVR Cafe & Espresso Bar welcomes visitors from 9 AM to 9 PM in the main building.
Conveniently located just a two-minute walk from the town's traffic circle, our campground offers easy access to local shops and services. Additionally, the public beach at Dutch Lake is only a 15-minute walk or a quick two-minute drive away. For outdoor enthusiasts, Helmcken Falls and countless trails, waterfalls, and wildlife attractions in Wells Gray Park are just 35 minutes north of our main gate, making this campground an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of
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Emily
October 2025
39 ft Class B
Really peaceful, beautiful setting, and very welcoming host. Thank you
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Michael
September 2025
26 ft Class A
Clean and well ordered. Excellent bathroom facilities. Good site.
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Lisa
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Positives: Great wifi, pristine washrooms/showers, site 4 nice river view, friendly/helpful hosts who allowed us a late checkout so we could ride the bike trails before leaving, happily charged the trailer and filled up the water tank before heading back off grid.
Slight negative: a little close to the road (but did not disturb sleep), sites have no privacy from each other, expensive (but our views are warped as we had been camping for free/$7.50/max of $35 per night till this point and this was our treat/regroup/check emails/refill/repower night)
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Shawna
September 2025
32 ft travel trailer
With kids
A great little place right on the riverside. Quiet, safe and private. Kids were able to explore the river and see salmon spawning which was super cool. We also took a lovely walk through the pasture land while we were there.
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Elaine
September 2025
10 ft travel trailer
Nice place on the river. Close to town and park. Great showers and bathrooms.
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Jacquie
August 2025
34 ft Class C
What an absolutely spectacular property. We parked our motor home on one of the 4 full hook up sites. It's right on the river with a little private beach. So clean and so lovely. I would highly recommend staying here. A cute little town too.
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Megan
August 2025
With kids
It was so peaceful and beautiful. We had the best time disconnecting from technology and enjoying the peace and quiet!
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rogier
August 2025
22 ft Class C
With kids
small campground, beautifull area next to golf zone in the middle of the park, good attention from the hosts
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Martina
August 2025
24 ft Class C
I recommend it! We had a lovely stay, and hope to be back again!
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Brian
August 2025
24 ft Class B
Very nice spot with the river right there. Super clean washrooms.
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Anna
August 2025
21 ft campervan
The campsite is in a beautiful location, especially site 4 where we were, with a view of the river. Everyone has their privacy. Everything is very well maintained and the washrooms are always clean. We really appreciated the shower mat.
Thank you for suggesting activities for us to do. We went rafting with Liquid Lifestyles Whitewater Rafting. They were very good and knowledgeable!
And Clearwater is also a truly magnificent place!
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Nadine
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Wow - what an amazing spot to be privileged to be camping on. Having your morning coffee by the river, watching the bald eagles across the river, the calmness of the area, and having the owners' horses keep us company - it can’t get better than that. Lindsay was super communicative, met us upon arrival, and shared great insight on the area and some fun activities. Highly recommended.
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Raquel
August 2025
Tent
I loved the camping! Peaceful and great location. The host was very helpful :)
Thanks
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Francesca
August 2025
16 ft car
Highly recommend Lindsay’s place. Her husband was helpful in showing us how to get to our camp. The view from the site was beautiful - and the land is very private. You can’t see the other campers so it feels like it’s all to yourselves! I’d definitely go back.
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Jeewoo
August 2025
Tent
This was a beautiful secluded paradise. Bald eagles greeting us, the freezing but refreshing river right in front of our campsite, and friendly horses roaming around nearby! Could not recommend this spot more, the farm tour is a must as well. 11/10 experience :)
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Caroline
August 2025
25 ft campervan
Ein sehr schöner Platz, und sehr liebevoll hergerichtet. Sehr nette Gastgeber und mittlerweile auch einiges an Comfort, wenn man es möchte.
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Marika
August 2025
With kids
We absolutely loved staying at Lindsay and Peter’s. the location was exceptional. The stars, moon, river and mountains, eagles soaring and horses roaming in the fields. Beds in the TV are comfy and stove and toilet work great. They provided water and some glow sticks and bubbles for my daughters! The TV does rock when someone moves and You can hear the trains.
We did the farm tour and it was fantastic. We learned so much and met so many animals.
I would highly recommend staying here!
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Jordan
August 2025
Tent
Great experience! Easy to get to, and Christine was very responsive and kind. Site was clean and cute, I had a great night!
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Monica
August 2025
Tent
This was a perfect stay! Kyle and his wife were so friendly and helpful, and the location was super peaceful. All of the animals were so sweet and friendly as well. Would absolutely stay again!
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Adrian
August 2025
29 ft Class A
Group trip
Nice site with friendly staff. A nice overnight stop off with great waterfalls to see too.
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Overview
About
Embark on an adventure at Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park, where the serene waters invite you to canoe, kayak, and fish. Wander through lush trails, keeping an eye out for local wildlife and birds. Although the park does not offer camping, its day-use areas provide perfect picnic spots for a family outing or a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts.
When to go
The ideal time to visit Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and the lake's waters are inviting. Spring and fall offer cooler, yet still pleasant conditions for hiking and wildlife watching. Winter can be harsh, with some areas less accessible due to snow.
Know before you go
- Check the park's operating hours, typically from 8:30am to 5pm, before planning your visit.
- Wear appropriate footwear for hiking, as trails may have uneven terrain.
- Be mindful of local wildlife; keep a safe distance and do not feed the animals.
- Remember to carry out all trash and leave the park as pristine as you found it.
- Facilities such as washrooms and picnic areas are available, but it's wise to bring extra supplies.
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