Joffre Lakes Provincial Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Make your plans early to reserve a backcountry campsite—reservations open in March each year and can be made via phone or BC Parks’ Discover Camping website.
2. A reservation is required for any overnight stay in Joffre Lakes Provincial Park. Campers without a reservation cannot stay overnight.
3. Winter camping is not available between November 1 and April 15 due to avalanche risk. Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates.

When to Go

Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is typically extremely busy from May into September. Springtime may still see snow on the ground and the possible emergence of wildlife, while the park’s camping areas are closed in winter due to avalanche risk.

Know Before You Go

• No emergency services are available at Joffre Lakes. Visitors must be self-sufficient in this remote wilderness environment and properly equipped to pack everything out.
• Joffre Lakes Provincial Park doesn’t have wifi or cell phone service. 
• Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available in the park. Water from lakes or streams should be boiled for at least two minutes.
• Dogs and campfires are prohibited at Joffre Lakes Provincial Park in order to protect the environment and wildlife.
• The parking lot fills very quickly, particularly on weekends, and even a camping reservation doesn’t guarantee a parking spot. Plan ahead and arrive early.