Alder Flats

British Columbia

Alder Flats

British Columbia

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountryTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

Backcountry camping at Alder Flats in Golden Ears Provincial Park, BC. Tent pads, pit toilet. Reservations required. Managed by BC Parks.

Alder Flats is a backcountry camping area in Golden Ears Provincial Park operated by BC Parks, accessible via the West Canyon Trail. The site provides tent pads and a pit toilet for overnight campers seeking a wilderness experience beyond the park's frontcountry facilities. As a backcountry destination, it requires hikers to pack in their own gear and supplies. Backcountry camping permits are required and now available through reservation. The campsite serves as a popular base for those exploring the park's extensive trail network and rugged terrain in southwestern British Columbia.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Alder Flats

Is Alder Flats free to camp at?

Yes. Alder Flats in BC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: backcountry, tent site and toilets.

What facilities does Alder Flats have?

Alder Flats has backcountry, tent site and toilets. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Alder Flats online?

We hold no online booking link for Alder Flats, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Alder Flats?

Alder Flats sits in BC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Alder Flats

Facilities recorded for Alder Flats
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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