Lakelse Lake Provincial Park
Camping & ParksWhere Forest Meets Freshwater
This beautiful provincial park is home to old-growth trees, sandy beaches, freshwater swimming, and a variety of water sports. Explore three public recreation sites, including Furlong Bay Campground, Gruchy’s Beach, and the Lakelse Lake Picnic Site.
BC Provincial Parks are open from mid-May to September. Use the map below to help plan your visit and find park entrances.
Furlong Bay Campground
Forested camping with sandy day-use beaches, boat launch access, trails, and family-friendly recreation.
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Lakelse Lake Picnic Site
A scenic day-use area with a sandy beach, picnic shelter, swimming, and easy lake access near Terrace, BC.
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Gruchy’s Beach
A dog-friendly beach reached by a short scenic trail, with swimming, lake views, and a serene atmosphere.
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Lakelse Lake Provincial Park is located approximately 20 km south of Terrace on Highway 37. From the junction of Highways 37 and 16, it is:
- 14 km to Gruchy’s Beach
- 15 km to the Lakelse Lake Picnic Site
- 19 km to Furlong Bay Campground
A Name from the Sm’algyax Language
The word Lakelse comes from the Sm’algyax language and means “freshwater mussel.”
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From exciting outdoor adventures to discovering arts and culture, Terrace offers so much to see and do.
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