| Wells Gray for Canoes and Kayaks, Rafters and Boaters |
| No matter what kind of Water experience you want, Wells Gray has several options for you. |
Two words: Murtle Lake. North America's largest canoe- only lake, with dozens and dozens of Km's of yellow sand beaches, Rainbow Trout and Kokanee fishing, wildlife, mountain hikes, and more. No powerboats allowed, no Pets allowed. We now offer canoe rentals there. Not enough for you? Then there's Clearwater and Azure Lake. Over 50 kms of paddling , with beaches, waterfalls, rivers, hikes, wildlife, and limited use by powerboats, no Jet Skis. Want more? Mahood Lake offers rustic lightly maintained lake shore sites at its east end that rarely see use: far away from the beaten path. Want to go with the flow? Depending on your skill level, river canoe trips down the North Thompson are possible, Robert Beaudry(it's franco-phone eh! pron. ROW-BEAR- not Robert) at Riverside Adventures would be a good person to ask about those kind of trips. Whitewater Rafters and Kayakers KAYAKERS - LOCAL KNOWLEDGE IS CRITICAL HERE - GET SOME ADVICE BEFORE YOUR FIRST TRIP! The lower Clearwater River is a Mecca for Whitewater fans. Two rafting companies Riverside Adventures and Interior Whitewater Expeditions offer Guided trips, half day to multi day, through world class whitewater and mind blowing scenery. A must do experience on any Wells Gray Wilderness trip. Preteens to Grandparents, everyone is welcome. Whitewater Kayakers need to know their limits, as the Clearwater River has chewed on more than a few boats and people. Make friends at the local raft companies to find out what the conditions are like, and what you need to know. Kayaking lessons are available locally as well, if you want to give this high adrenaline sport a try. Boaters Boaters have access to Clearwater, Azure and Mahood Lakes. All three are suitable for overnight camping trips, but not really for water sports. Personal watercraft(aka Jetskis or Seadoos) are banned outright, and water skiers have found conditions too cold and driftwoody for much fun. This does leave lots of room for great fishing and some wonderful overnight camping opportunities. Make sure you have your camping fees and licences in order as all lakes are patrolled daily by parks staff. Check lake specific pages for more info. |
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Smoker Island Campsite- Murtle lake
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| Click here for Canoes rentals and Water taxi services on Clearwater, Azure and Hobson Lakes. Clearwater Lake Tours, Over 20 years of service in Wells Gray. |
New for 2009- Murtle Canoes Rental Service Rent Hellman Cruisers and Prospectors! 2 days = 50 dollars per day 3 to 5 days = 45 dollars per day 6 days plus = 40 dollars per day No more carts, no more roof racks! Just pick up your canoe at the Lagoon and go! Email now to reserve a canoe or check availability 20% deposit in advance via visa/mc – full payment is charged to on first day of your rental. You must set up a meeting time to collect your canoe - no canoes are left on site. Sorry- No single day rentals Taxes included in price, 5 dollar per person per night camping fee IS NOT Included. 20 dollar charge for a lost paddle or jacket. |