The Wells, Barkerville, Bowron Lakes region has accommodations to suit every traveller. Whether you are looking for luxury by the lake front, a once in a lifetime bed and breakfast in Barkerville, a hotel located at the trailhead of one of the largest trail networks in British Columia, a first rate campsite or RV Park, a vacation rental home, or simple, clean budget accommodations in a convenient location, we have it all.

King and Kelly House B&Bs

Located in the historic town of Barkerville, these homes feature antique furnishings, down quilts, feather beds and old fashioned tubs. Shared and private baths, sitting area, full Cariboo style breakfast, open all year-round.

For more information on these unique Bed & Breakfasts please contact Carol McGregor.

Carol can be reached by Phone/Fax at 250-994-3328, by email at kellyhouse@barkerville.bc.ca or view the website at www.kellyhouse.ca.

St. George Hotel

The St. George provides visitors with the unique opportunity to spend the night in the authentic gold rush town of Barkerville.

The rooms at the St. George have all been restored in 1890's style. There are seven rooms with either single or queen size beds with down duvets, three have private baths.

For more information contact either Thomas or Bettina Schoen. Phone/fax: 250-994-0008
Toll free: 1-888-246-7690. Email: stgeorge@abccom.bc.ca or visit their website located at www.stgeorge.travel.bc.ca.

Valley View Bed & Breakfast

Sleep in the peaceful wilderness setting of Wells, British Columbia. Peace and Tranquility --- yet lots to do!

Valley View B&B has two separate bedrooms with a shared bath. One Queen, one double and one room with two single beds, room enough for a couple with a small child.

For more information contact Jola Jarecki. Phone 250-994-3406 Email: jolajarecki@yahoo.ca or visit www.wellsbc.com/viewbb.

Bear River Mercantile Campsites

Three acres of grassy flatlands overlooking Bowron Lake & River are open for public camping and picnicing. A very "modern" out house (with running water) and clean drinking water are available on site. Rates for camping are $15.00/night/vehicle which includes one nights wood. There are designated sites for tents and small trailers and a large open area for bigger motorhomes. A large group area is available by reservation for youth groups and family reunions for $2.50 a head (a group is 7 persons or more). Day picnicing is free. There is a charge for firewood. Bear River Mercantile also has pay showers and laundry facilities open to campers and the general public.

For more information on these services contact Bear River Mercantile by radio phone at H496699 Wells YP. Email: sandy@bowronlake.com or visit their website located at www.bowronlake.com.

Becker's Lodge Campsites

Becker's Lodge has camping facilities for tents, campers and smaller motorhomes. They don't take reservations for campsites - just arrive. Some of the campsites have the lake view, others are in the trees. They have a large property and never turn away campers. Very large units may on rare occations not find space. Campsites start at $15 per night..

For more information on these services contact Becker's Lodge by phone at 250-992-8864. Toll Free at 1-800-808-4761. Email: info@beckerslodge.ca or visit their website located at www.beckerslodge.ca.

Bowron Lake Lodge Campground

Located right on Bowron Lake, the entire campground has an unrestricted view of the surrounding area.

With over 650 meters of private beach, the campground fronts on both Bowron Lake and the Bowron River. There are modern washrooms and coin operated showers. Campfires are permitted Community cooking areas provided. Pets are welcome. There are quiet secluded areas for individuals; or larger sites for the group that is traveling together.

For more information Phone Toll Free 1-800-519-3399. Email: bowronlakelodge@shaw.ca or visit their website located at www.bowronlakelodge.com

Bowron Lake Provincial Campground

Located right on beautiful Bowron Lake is a 25 unit drive-in campground. The campground is located near the Registration Centre a short distance from Bowron Lake itself. There are also a few short walking trails nearby.

Reservations for the vehicle-access campground are not available. All drive-in campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the BC Parks website for more information.

Cariboo Joy Campground

"You are the Star at our Hosted Park"

In the heart of exciting frontier gold country, enjoy a memorable, educational holiday at our hospitable Campground. Discover your dancing talent with an Aussie Dance Champ. Enjoy a lesson at the Piano. At a nearby crystal clear creek, pan for gold in the heart of gold country. Lessons and equipment are included. Learn of our colourful local history and about the new gold rush1 Join in the entertainment at nearby historic 19th century gold rush town, Barkerville. (A five minute drive) Social Activities; Potlucks and Campfires. Putting Green and Croquet. Book your holiday now!

Serviced, treed R.V. and camp sites; some are secluded. Sani-station. Washrooms. Firewood. R.V. pull-thrus. Big rigs & tents welcome. Campground is adjacent to Merchandise,liquor store and service station. Casino, Restaurants, and Art Galleries are nearby.

Destination Holiday Package and Group Rates are available. Contact Joy at 1-888-996-GOLD (4653) toll free. www.CaribooJoy.com

Forest Rose Campsite

Forest Rose Campsite, located centrally between Wells, Barkerville and Bowron Lakes, has 56 sites, 20 of the sites are "pull through" sites. There are flush toilets and showers but there is no electricity at Forest Rose Campsite.

All drive-in campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis.

The fee is $17.00 per night (prices subject to change). For more information on this campsite please visit the BC Parks website.

Forest Rose is also a group campsite, and large groups wishing to stay in it must reserve it ahead of time by calling Debbie Jeffrey at 250-992-2901.

Government Hill Campsite

The Government Hill Campsite has 23 sites with pit toilets (outhouses) and potable (drinking) water. This site is not suitable for long units (RVs, fifth wheels, etc) due to the fact that it has no turnabouts.

All drive-in campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis.

The fee is $17.00 per night (prices subject to change). For more information on this campsite please visit the BC Parks website.

Lowhee Campground

The largest campsite in the area, Lowhee Campground has 87 sites with flush toilets and showers. This campsite reserves 50 sites each night, and the remaing 37 sites are held on a first- come first-served basis.

The fee is $17.00 per night (prices subject to change), or reservations for Lowhee can be made for an additional fee by calling Hello BC at 1-800-435-5622, Discover Camping at 1-800-689-9025 or visiting the Discover Camping website.

For more information on this campsite please visit the BC Parks website.

White Cap Motor Inn Campground

Located in downtown Wells the White Cap campground operates year round. This includes firewood, Bar-B-Q pits, sheltered BBQ area, propane BBQs, and picnic tables.

The White Cap RV Campground has seven camping sites, and offers the following facilities: A playground for children, complimentary coffee in the office, year-round use of the outdoor hot tub, outdoor sheltered picnic area & fire pit, fire wood (free), propane BBQ ($ 5.00 for outside visitors), public laundromat, public showers in RV Park ($0.25 for 2 minutes), and public showers in laundry ($3.00 w/o towels, $4.00 with towels).

For more information call Toll Free 1-800-377-2028. Email: info@whitecapinn.bc.ca or visit their website located at www.whitecapinn.bc.ca.

Hotels and Motels

Hubs Motel

Located conveniently in downtown Wells, the Hubs Motel offers friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms, and affordable rates.

The recently renovated Hubs Motel offers the following ammenities: kitchenettes, sleeping units, direct dial telephone, television, refrigerator, complimentary coffee & ice, and private baths.

For more information, or to make reservations, please contact the Hubs Motel. Phone 250-994-3313. Fax: 250-994-3425. Email: hubs@goldcity.net or visit their website, located at www.wellsbc.com/hubs.

Wells Hotel

Enjoy the simple elegance of one of British Columbia’s newly renovated heritage country inns. Offering cozy accommodation and wonderful country meals!

A lovely old fir staircase leads to 15 cozy guestrooms. There are a variety of rooms to suit your needs and budget: Some are spacious and

well-appointed with full baths, while others are intimate, traditional European style with simple furnishings and a shared bathroom.

For more information call 250-994-3427. Toll Free 1-800-860-2299. Fax: 250-994-3494 Email: info@wellshotel.com or visit their website, located at www.wellshotel.com.

White Cap Motor Inn

Located in south Wells off highway #26, the White Cap Motor Inn is open year round.

Accommodations are spacious, some units contain fully equipped kitchens, living rooms and separate bedrooms. All rooms have full bath and showers. All rooms have TV. There are direct dial phones in all the rooms.

For more information call Toll Free 1-800-377-2028. Email: info@whitecapinn.com or visit their website located at www.whitecapinn.com.

Resorts

Bear River Mercantile

Bear River Mercantile at Bowron Lake Provincial Park is a small family run resort dedicated to making your visit enjoyable and informative.

Whether heading out on the canoe circuit, camping, fishing, visiting for the day, or hosting a major group outting, Bear River Mercantile can offer you flexiblity in whatever service you require.

Bowron Lake is only 20 minutes from historic Gold Mining towns of Barkerville and Wells BC, so when you are finished paddling, you can explore these nearby sites. At Bear River Mercantile you will find a general store, family priced restaurant, cabins, campsites, public picnic area, shower room, laundromat and a unique museum containing the largest private collection of Bowron Lake history and artifacts assembled for public viewing.

For more information on these services contact Bear River Mercantile by radio phone at H496699 Wells YP. Email: sandy@bowronlake.com or visit their website located at www.bowronlake.com.

Becker's Lodge

The lodge was built in 1933 as a "headquarters" for guiding outfitters.The lodge is situated on a bluff about 100 ft directly above Bowron Lake, with a fantastic view of the snowcapped Cariboo Mountains in the background.

Around the lodge you will find cabins, bungalows and chalets available for rent

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Lakeview Restaurant before you start your canoe trip, or indulge in a gourmet dinner when you come back from a week of camping.

At the entrance to the resort you'll find the log house store. It carries supplies which have been researched to fit park regulations as well as canoeist's special needs to go around the Bowron Chain of Lakes

For more information on these services contact Becker's Lodge by phone at 250-992-8864. Toll Free at 1-800-808-4761. Email: info@beckerslodge.ca or visit their website located at www.beckerslodge.ca

Bowron Lake Lodge

Bowron Lake Lodge is a Canadian owned and operated family business that has been servicing the Bowron Lake Provincial Park for 65 years.

Based on our Park knowledge and wilderness experience we have selected the canoes, kayaks and equipment to best suit your needs and safety while on your trip.

Located at the Park’s entrance, the resort sits on the only beach on the north end of Bowron Lake. The property is at the waters level and flat; so the entire resort enjoys an unrestricted panoramic view of the lake and the nearby glacial mountains.

On the lakeshore; fully modern units with modern plumbing and heating. Motel and housekeeping units. Units vary from: single motel rooms, 1 bedroom duplex units; 2 bedroom cabins and a 3 bedroom house for large groups.

For more information Phone Toll Free 1-800-519-3399. Email: bowronlakelodge@shaw.ca or visit their website located at www.bowronlakelodge.com

RV Parks

Cariboo Joy RV Park and Campground

"You are the Star at our Hosted Park"

In the heart of exciting frontier gold country, enjoy a memorable, educational holiday at our hospitable Campground. Discover your dancing talent with an Aussie Dance Champ. Enjoy a lesson at the Piano. At a nearby crystal clear creek, pan for gold in the heart of gold country. Lessons and equipment are included. Learn of our colourful local history and about the new gold rush1 Join in the entertainment at nearby historic 19th century gold rush town, Barkerville. (A five minute drive) Social Activities; Potlucks and Campfires. Putting Green and Croquet. Book your holiday now!

Serviced, treed R.V. and camp sites; some are secluded. Sani-station. Washrooms. Firewood. R.V. pull-thrus. Big rigs & tents welcome. Campground is adjacent to Merchandise,liquor store and service station. Casino, Restaurants, and Art Galleries are nearby.

Destination Holiday Package and Group Rates are available. Contact Joy at 1-888-996-GOLD (4653) toll free. www.CaribooJoy.com

Jack O'Clubs RV Park

Located in downtown Wells on the Barkerville Highway, the Jack O' Clubs RV Park is the newest RV Park in Wells.

The RV Park is located "on the mountain meadow". When you stay at the Jack O' Clubs RV Park you have access to full service RV hook-ups with water and power. The park is right next door to the Bear's Paw Cafe and many other shops and services.

For more information phone toll free 1-866-994-3222 or visit www.jackoclubs.com

White Cap RV Park

Located in downtown Wells the White Cap RV Park operates year round. This includes firewood, Bar-B-Q pits, sheltered BBQ area, propane BBQs, and picnic tables.

The White Cap RV Park offers the following facilities: A playground for children, complimentary coffee in the office, year-round use of the outdoor hot tub, outdoor sheltered picnic area & fire pit, fire wood (free), propane BBQ ($ 5.00 for outside visitors), public laundromat, public showers in RV Park ($0.25 for 2 minutes), and public showers in laundry ($3.00 w/o towels, $4.00 with towels).

For more information call Toll Free 1-800-377-2028. Email: info@whitecapinn.bc.ca or visit their website located at www.whitecapinn.bc.ca.