BC recreation sites / North Coast-QCI-Kalum

Canada Recreation site

Boulder Dam Recreation Site

Near Atlin, British Columbia, Canada

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About Boulder Dam

A short trail leads to the old wood dam used for hydraulic mining in the early 1900s. An interpretive panel describes the history of the dam and hydraulic mining along Boulder Creek.

Note: Please stay off of dam structure. Hidden hazards exist

Historic photos courtesy of the Atlin Historical Society.

Type
Recreation site
Campsites
No numbered campsites listed
Upkeep
User maintained (pack out what you bring in)
Access
Road: 4 Wheel Drive
Nearest town
Atlin, British Columbia
District
North Coast-QCI-Kalum (Recreation Sites and Trails BC)
Established
2015
Location
59.67613, -133.42157
Site ID
REC204355

Activities

Facilities

Getting there

Located approximately 21.5 kms east of Atlin along the Surprise Lake Road. Turn left just before Boulder Creek and head up the road for another 4 kms. Note: High clearance 4WD vehicle recommended.

Directions in Google Maps

Official page at Recreation Sites and Trails BC

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