Lake Cowichan Gazette Visitor’s Guide
May to September 2014
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3. Caycuse Campsite
Shady during the hot summer weather, Caycuse is on the south side of the lake with 26 sites among the forest, some with lovely lake views. Boiling the water is advised.
4. Little Shaw Campsite
Northwest toward Youbou on the site of an old log dump at Little Shaw Creek, this small site has five camping spots, all of which are carry-in.
BC Forest Recreation (3)
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Also located at various locations around Cowichan Lake, camping at BC Forest Recreation sites costs a mere $15 per night. Waterfront sites are plus $2 premium. Firewood is available when fires permitted. There are pit toilets — just to be on the safe side, make sure to take your own bathroom tissue. Quiet time is from 11 p.m., gate is closed at 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. Visitors are asked to leave by 8 p.m. Sites are family oriented. An on-site host will collect fees on a daily basis. Call 250-746-4555 for more info or go to www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca
1. Maple Grove Campsite
Another rustic camp that has 61 campsites; some in the open but many under tall trees with lovely southern views across the lake. Four sites are walk-in. There is a paved boat launch (for boats no longer than 14 ft.) and a gently sloped gravel beach for sunning and swimming. It is also a good hiking area.
2. Pine Point Campsite
A rustic site, with 58 sites. There are beautiful views across the lake, a paved boat launch and a beach of small gravel. There
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are no water taps or pumps, so campers should bring their own water. In order to keep from attracting bears, there are no garbage cans, so bring strong black garbage bags to carry refuse away from the site.
3. Nixon Creek Campsite
On the south side of the lake and is heavily treed with an older stand; a West Coast feel. The narrow road leading down into the site is about 1.5 kilometres. The campground is a Forest Service site with 48 campsites, a gravel boat launch and a scenic walking trail along the beach. There are no garbage cans or water on tap, so be prepared to carry water in and garbage out.
Lubin’s Campground
Private
Peter's Pond
Private
Lubin’s is located on Cowichan Lake in Youbou. It offers RV hook-ups and a boat launch. Call 250-745-3464. Located in Honeymoon Bay, this facility includes camping for tents and trailers with power, moorage and water hook-ups. 250-749-6687 or 250-715-7490.
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