Kane Lake Recreation Site
Near Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
Who runs this site
Operated by Back Country Horsemen of BC under a partnership agreement with Recreation Sites and Trails BC.
About Kane Lake
CASH ONLY - This campsite has been expanded to include a new equine area with very large campsites with incredible views of the valley. The original Kane Lake Development has all sizes of camping pads so motorhomes to tents can be accommodated.
The new Equestrian area allow for Equine use as the priority for these sites however, in busy times all campers have access to these sites if the campground is full.
Harmon Lake East and Harmon Lake West recreation sites are directly adjacent to this campsite.
A great family environment with a 24-7 site host located at the adjacent Harmon Lake East recreation site.
Located in the beautiful Kane Valley, this very popular recreation site is used by all types of outdoor recreationalists. The nearby Harmon Lake Forest Interpretive Trail allows hikers to walk on the southeast side of Harmon Lake and learn about forestry and wildlife. The adjacent 50+ kilometres of the Kane Valley cross country ski trails can also be explored. On occasion there are weekend interpretive shows at the outdoor amphitheatre.
The fees for services are determined based on a detailed analysis of historical seasonal weather patterns. Site operators possess the flexibility to modify the specific dates for fee collections, allowing for adjustments within the established parameters. This adaptability is particularly important, as it enables them to respond effectively to varying weather conditions that may impact operations.
- Type
- Recreation site
- Campsites
- 23 campsites
- Camping fees
- Yes, fees are collected (see the description)
- Upkeep
- Maintained by an operator or contractor
- Access
- Road: Motorhome
- Nearest town
- Merritt, British Columbia
- District
- Cascades (Recreation Sites and Trails BC)
- Established
- 1995
- Location
- 49.97773, -120.69943
- Site ID
- REC1877
Activities
More activities are listed on the official page.
Facilities
More facilities are listed on the official page.
Getting there
Located about 20 minutes drive south of Merritt. Drive 17.5 kilometres south along highway 5A on your way to Kelowna. Look for the large highway signs indicating the turn off. Turn right onto the Kane Valley Road and drive for 9 km until you see the sign. Turn a sharp left and you are at this 10 unit campsite.
Official page at Recreation Sites and Trails BC
Host jobs
Hosts at BC recreation sites are hired by the site operator. Ask the operator through their website.
Host jobs near Kane Lake:
- Campground Host, Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park Shuswap Adams Parks Ltd. (BC Parks operator), 58 km away
- Park Host, Sasquatch / Chilliwack Lake / Birkenhead Lake Sea to Sky Park Services Ltd. (BC Parks operator), 100 km away
- Park Host, South Okanagan & Boundary Provincial Parks Quality Recreation Ltd. (BC Parks operator), 115 km away
Nearby recreation sites
- Harmon Lake 0 km, 32 campsites
- Harmon Lake Forest Interpretive Trail Area 1 km
- Kane Valley Cross Country Ski Parking Area 4 km
- Gwen Lake 5 km, 2 campsites
- Iron Mountain Mtn Bike Trail Area 9 km
- Shea Lake 9 km, 10 campsites
Information from Recreation Sites and Trails BC open data (BC Data Catalogue, Open Government Licence – British Columbia), retrieved 2026-10-09. Conditions change: check the official page before you travel. CampHostJobs is not affiliated with the Government of British Columbia.