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Green Lake/Sunset View
Overview
Sunset View at Green Lake Provincial Park offers a serene escape into the heart of the South Cariboo. Known for its strikingly turquoise waters, this park provides a unique landscape where the high mineral content creates a tropical appearance in the middle of British Columbia. Visitors arrive here to experience a classic, rustic camping environment that prioritizes natural beauty and quiet evenings under the stars. It serves as an essential stop for those exploring the historic Cariboo region.
Location & Surroundings
Located just a short drive from 70 Mile House, BC, the park is situated on the southern shore of the lake. The surrounding terrain is part of the Fraser Plateau, characterized by rolling hills and forests of aspen and lodgepole pine. The lake itself is expansive and shallow, which allows the water to warm up quickly during the summer months, making it one of the most popular swimming destinations in the region. The open forest canopy allows for plenty of sunlight throughout the day.
Amenities & Park Features
As a provincial park facility, the amenities focus on a traditional outdoor experience. The campground offers spacious dry-camping sites suitable for various RV sizes, though there are no electrical or water hookups available at the individual pads. On-site features include pit toilets, a convenient boat launch, and several hand-pump stations for water. Travelers should note that there is a dedicated day-use picnic area perfect for large family gatherings right by the water's edge, along with firewood available for purchase from the park host.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Water-based recreation is the primary draw for guests. The lake is excellent for boating, kayaking, and waterskiing due to its typically calm surface and impressive size. For those looking to explore the land, the nearby Chasm Provincial Park offers breathtaking views of a colorful canyon carved by glacial meltwater. Additionally, the historic Cariboo Gold Rush Trail provides plenty of opportunities to learn about local ranching heritage and the historic roadhouses that once served pioneers heading north.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for travelers who enjoy off-grid camping and want to disconnect from digital distractions to reconnect with nature. It is a favorite for families who appreciate safe, warm swimming areas and for boaters who want easy access to the water. If you prefer a rustic, self-contained atmosphere over luxury resort amenities, Sunset View provides the perfect setting to enjoy the natural splendor of the Cariboo in a quiet and friendly environment.
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- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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- On-Site Rentals
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User Reviews
Darcy Fitzgerald
Great swimming lake that seems to be warmer then you would expect. It's a bit windy but absolutely beautiful. The campsite is excellent and very private and well placed apart. We are planning a repeat visit and I would highly recommend visiting or camping.
Jody Paterson
I stayed in Arrowhead campsite, which is a bit squeezed between road and lake and not as private as some of the other provincial park sites around the lake. But great views and access to the lake. Really sunny-morning location. Boil-water advisory in place June 2024, so plan ahead.
Ivy Tennant
Site #10, no services, end sure so we had a beautiful green space to gather with family and friends during the day. Great salmon fishing off the bank of the river. Our friend caught his limit each day he went out. Clean washrooms, well run. Only gave it 4 stars because of the noisy trains and no sani dump. However, there are 8 sites with 30 amp power. Great beach for swimming. We will definitely go back. Lots of, if not all the sites have lake or river view
Nuwan Hettiarachchi
One of the most beautiful national park camp sites I have ever been to. We spent 3 nights in S23, the Sunset beach camp grounds and it was a quite scenic. During July, when you hear temperatures are rising you will find water at this park is still cold but crystal clear so you can see the shallow lake bottom from the Kayak. With Sun out and longer becomes the days you can enjoy beautiful sunsets and breath taking 📸 pictures in the morning. Entire sky is reflected on water. So beautiful. If I compare Alouette lake camp grounds to this, I would say Green Lake is 10 when Alouette is 8, in a scale of 1 to 10, where 10 is best. Some facts: No flush toilets. Pit toilets are truly clean and has sanitizer. Not overly crowded. Large trees and good amounts of shade. Needs bugs spray. There are mosquitoes. They will bite somehow so bring after bite lotion. That will help! July nights can go under 10⁰c, having a camp heater is a good idea as well. Sleeping bags are really handy. Greener and fresh compared to Kamloops, not desert, but more green. No boat rentals, so bring your boat or get disappointed! We saw deers. I hear lots of animal calls. Birds are everywhere. Need a binoculars and patience to spot them! There is healthy amount of cellular signal. I was fully connected ;)
Michelle Nicholson
As you arrive at 70 Mile House driving north on hwy 97 you will see a sign for Green Lake to the right. This is not the official turn off for the provincial park, which is another 2km north. However, it will get you there without any problem. The lake is 9km from the hwy but you will drive a few more km to get to the campground. Make sure you know which side of the lake your campground is on as the road does not circle the lake and you will have to double back if you pick the wrong side. We have camped at both campgrounds and enjoyed them both. Recently we camped at Sunset View which is 12km down the south/east side of the lake. Nice paved two-lane road in good condition. The campground is fairly level, no services, nice beach, nice playground, good shade and quiet. There is a boat launch just outside the campground.