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Barkerville, B.C.

RVing and camping in Barkerville

A historic town with a gold rush theme, Barkerville is a place to learn about history, enjoy a range of activities—both indoors and out—camp at a beautiful local site and have a fantastic time with the whole family. Scroll down on our Dodge City landing page for extensive information on tourist attractions, visitor information, sani-dumps, RV dealers, campsites and more.

horse drawn buggy with tourists in Barkerville

Top things to see and do in Barkerville

Go back to the good old days in this thriving example of B.C. history.

February 2012 » by Danielle Cameron

Prepare to strike it rich and learn something en route

The small town of Barkerville has a big enough personality to whisk you away from any bustling city.

April 2012
people gathered in Barkerville's Chinatown

Catch the gold rush fever

Join Barkerville Historic Town in celebrating 150 years of the Cariboo Gold Rush.

March 2012 » by Kirsten Armleder

Hearkening back to the gold rush

Barkerville Historic Town offers visitors a vibrant old-time experience. Visitors can learn about mining and life in Canada in the past.
July 2011 » by Lisa Crane

Paddle to paradise

Bowron Lake, near Wells, B.C., has a world-class canoeing circuit that takes wilderness enthusiasts into areas with pristine scenery.
April 2011 » by Trevor Crawley
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Key Barkerville contacts

  • Town Of Fort Nelson PhotoTown Of Fort Nelson Logo
    Fort Nelson, BC

    Welcome to our world

    Fort Nelson is situated at the historic Mile 300 of the Alaska Highway. This vibrant region offers a wide range of amenities including: quality accommodation options (hotel/motel, bed & breakfasts, camping and RV sites), a full assortment of stores and businesses to satisfy your shopping and service needs, recreation facilities (full-facility golf course, indoor aquatic centre, bowling alley, racquetball and tennis courts, arena and curling rink), and cultural and event facilities (museum, performing arts/movie theatre, library). Visit this beautiful area to seek excitement, relaxation or business opportunity - it's all here waiting for you.

    Town Of Fort Nelson And The Northern Rockies
    www.tourismnorthernrockies.ca
  • Holiday Trails Resorts Logo
    Vancouver, BC

    Western Canada's Premier RV Camping Network

    Established in 1983, Holiday Trails Resorts is Western Canada's premier RV camping network, with campgrounds in BC, Alberta and Washington. Our network is open for the enjoyment of both members and the general public. We offer full service sites, heated pools, hot tubs, clubhouses, WiFi, restaurants, playgrounds, access to local attractions and scenic settings. New for 2011, Sunshine Valley RV Resort Cabins near Hope, BC features 10 deluxe, fully furnished camping cabins for those without an RV. Also offered are 110 full service RV sites and a 17,000 square foot clubhouse with all the amenities.

    Holiday Trails Resorts
    www.htr.ca
  • South Cariboo & Visitor Center Photo
    South Cariboo, B.C.

    So much to see and do

    A four-season destination, the South Cariboo region of B.C. offers a lifetime of memorable experiences with an endless list of outdoor activities for the entire family. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors where wildlife is abundant, the air is clean and the waters are pure. Explore our multi-use trails; experience the spirit of the Wild West on horseback; and enjoy exceptional water recreation on countless lakes.Whether you travel with an RV, motorhome or car, the South Cariboo is just a breathtaking five-hour drive from Vancouver and an international airport. Contact the South Cariboo Visitor Centre to plan your next vacation to this wonderful region.

    South Cariboo Visitor Center
    www.southcaribootourism.ca
  • Feel safe on all your RV journeys

    At the British Columbia Safety Authority, we keep people safe. As the province's delegated authority, we promote the safe installation and use of technical equipment. We are a not-for-profit organization that administers safety standards through education, and through issuing permits and licences. We also promote compliance to standards to ensure consistency and fairness, and conduct onsite inspections - particularly in high-risk situations. We continuously research trends to advance the standard of safe practices in our province. When you are travelling in your RV, be sure that you know about propane safety. Our staff team and informative website can help you feel secure on all your journeys.

    BC Safety Authority
    www.safetyauthority.ca

Barkerville Attractions

Theatre Royal
Theatre Royal is a premium facility that runs original performances with local actors from May through September.
Phone: 250-994-3225
Barkerville Stagecoach Rides
The 1860s come alive as you board an authentic stagecoach for a tour of Barkerville.
Phone: 1-888-994-3332
Cariboo Rivers Fishing and Wilderness Adventures
Professional angling guides will help you indulge in some of the best trophy fly-fishing in B.C. They even offer heli-fishing.
Phone: 1-866-992-6661
Bowron Lake Provincial Park
This park is ideal for camping, hiking and exploring. Be sure to check out the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit.
Eldorado Gold Panning and Gift Shop
You can take a gold panning lesson, or shop at the gift shop where you can find everything from gold pans to old-fashioned sweets.
Phone: 250-994-3474

Barkerville Sani-Dumps

Lowhee Campground
Phone: 1-866-994-3297

Barkerville RV Resorts And Campgrounds

Lowhee Campground
Phone: 1-866-994-3297
Forest Rose Campground
Phone: 1-866-994-3297
Government Hill Campground
Phone: 1-866-994-3297
White Cap Motor Inn Campground
Phone: 250-994-3489

Visitor Information