More campsites have been added to Rolley Lake Provincial Park, to bring the total number to 92, the province announced late this week.
According to a news release from the Ministry of Environment and Parks May 28, the campground near the Maple Ridge-Mission border has been expanded with 32 new drive-in campsites that incorporate universal design standards to improve accessibility.
“The expansion at Rolley Lake park will help enhance the visitor experience by opening more opportunities for British Columbians and visitors to enjoy our truly supernatural surroundings, reaffirming our global reputation as a premier destination,” said Anne Kang, the tourism, arts, culture and sport minister.
Freshwater Fisheries BC also installed a new fishing dock, separate from the day-use area in collaboration with BC Parks.
The province says the new campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis until June 30 with reservations required beginning on Canada Day (July 1). The opening date for bookings will be posted online.
The expansion is part of a $4-million project that featured other upgrades completed in 2024, including 17 new walk-in campsites, 30 new parking stalls, a communal shelter, accessibility upgrades, bike racks, bear-proof storage, electrical and wastewater upgrades, and picnic tables.
The park is a predominantly flat wilderness area blanketed with tall trees, a small lake, and a campground that is open year-round.
BC Lodging and Campground Association executive director Jamie Cox said the investments help create greater awareness of outdoor recreation.
“Strengthening campground infrastructure and accessibility not only enhances the guest experience and responds to the health of market, it also aids in growing the market by supporting local communities and the long-term sustainability of outdoor recreation across British Columbia,” Cox said.
Meanwhile, the province also announced 70 parking stalls were added to Golden Ears Provincial Park in Maple Ridge to help meet demand.
The province said approximately 45 stalls were added to the Gold Creek parking lot and approximately 25 to the West Canyon parking lot.
The Fallen Giants Trail near the Gold Creek and Alouette campgrounds was also realigned and rebuilt to a family-friendly multi-use trail.
According to the province, the total cost of the two projects is approximately $800,000.
A vehicle day-use pass for Golden Ears Provincial Park is required to access areas beyond the Spirea trailhead from Fridays through Mondays until 3:30 p.m. – up to Sept. 7.
The province says those with a valid camping reservation do not require a day-use pass to access the park.
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