Simson Reef (BCMT)

British Columbia

Simson Reef (BCMT)

British Columbia

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountry

About this campsite

Cobble beach with some boulders. S aspect. Reef gives some protection from NW. A few upland forest sites with potential for many more. Water at small creek.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Location

Simson Reef (BCMT)•BC

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Common questions about Simson Reef (BCMT)

Is Simson Reef (BCMT) free to camp at?

Yes. Simson Reef (BCMT) 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.

What facilities does Simson Reef (BCMT) have?

Simson Reef (BCMT) has backcountry. 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 Simson Reef (BCMT) online?

We hold no online booking link for Simson Reef (BCMT), 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.

Where is Simson Reef (BCMT)?

Simson Reef (BCMT) 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 Simson Reef (BCMT)

Facilities recorded for Simson Reef (BCMT)
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes

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within 50km

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Little Blenkinsop Bay (BCMT)

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Yorke Island (BCMT)

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