Once
the largest city north of San Francisco and west of Chicago, Barkerville
is one of BC's oldest historic sites, recognized for it's impressive
collection of original and restored buildings and artifacts.
Barkerville
rose from the Cariboo Goldfield's during the 1860's, but in 1868 the
prosperous town was destroyed by fire. A second Barkerville was built
but by 1871 it was obvious that growth had peaked. By 1900 Barkerville
held only a vestige of its former glory. The Provincial Government
decided to restore Barkerville in 1957 as its major project for the
1958 Centennial.
Information & Services
Becker's Lodge Bowron Lake Adventures Resort: We offer affordable family vacations on beautiful Bowron Lake with canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and RELAXING The Lake View Restaurant and Chuters Blue Bar have great food, and we’re “THE” outfitter for the Bowron lakes with over 150 canoes and kayaks. more
The Wells Hotel Ltd.: Enjoy simple elegance, cozy accommodation & country meals, in a restored heritage country inn near Barkerville & Bowron Lakes. Relax in the pub, read a book by the fire, or go walking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, or x-country skiing from the front door. more
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Location
This 457 hectare Park is located 89 kilometres east of Quesnel
on Highway 26.
Camping The three campgrounds found here are Lowhee, Forest Rose and Government
Hill. They provide a total of 168 sites, each site near toilets, wood
and water. The Park provides showers, a telephone and a sani-station.
Group camping is available. Contact either B.C. Parks or the Park Facility
Operator.
Activities
There are three trails found within the Park. They include Murray Ridge,
8.4 km; Jubilee Trail, 9.4 km; and the trail to Mt. Agnes which extends
through Barkerville to Richfield, following the original Cariboo Wagon
Trail. During the winter groomed cross-country trails and designated
snowmobile areas are available.
