Camping & Hiking · Fishing · Scenic Views · British Columbia
Jones Lake Campsite
A free BC Hydro campsite on turquoise Jones Lake above the Fraser Valley near Bridal Falls, loved for its mountain views but reached by a rough 9 km gravel road.
What visitors say
Jones Lake sits high in the mountains above Popkum and Bridal Falls, and most visitors lead with the view: turquoise water ringed by steep peaks. One camper described watching the Milky Way over the lake after dark. The campsite is run through BC Hydro and reviewers mention that camping and day use are free.
Getting there is the main hurdle. Visitors describe roughly 9 km of forest service road full of potholes, and one called it plain unpleasant to drive. Facilities are basic, and one reviewer noted a no-drugs, no-alcohol rule at the Hydro site.
People come for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and simply sitting by the water. It suits self-sufficient campers who are happy with rustic sites and are prepared to pack out everything they bring in.
Upkeep has been uneven. A review from about a year ago described a rude host, garbage around the sites, full fire pits and dirty outhouses. A more recent note says the campground is under new management with a lot of work done since. Bring your own garbage bags either way, and drive the road slowly.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 172 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Jones Lake Campsite directly.