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Effective Date: August 4, 2025 - Until Further Notice

Where: Cache Lake Campground , Jarvis Lake Campground , Kelleys Bathtub Day Use , William A. Switzer Provincial Park

Details: There is no water available from the hand pump at Cache Lake Campground, Jarvis Lake Campground and at Kelleys Bathtub Day Use Area. Please come prepared with your own water.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Updated: August 13, 2026 
Information: 1-877-537-2757
Directions

Halfway and Graveyard Lake campgrounds are found in William A. Switzer Provincial Park, 3 km west of Hinton on Hwy. 16, 19 km north on Hwy. 40, and a few km southeast on a gravel access road. These two small camping areas include open sites suitable for RVs and tents. Many sites back directly on to Jarvis Creek. Graveyard Lake and Cache Lake are both within short walking distance on interpretive trails, and provide a peaceful setting for paddling or fishing. A stocked trout pond is nearby as well. There are many activities and amenities in the park, including a beach, boat launches, trails, interpretive programs, and showers within short driving distance.

Camping

Season: May 14 - Sep 8
Site Type Campsites Power $/Night Reservable Dates Current Status
Unserviced 4 - $30 May 14 - Sep 7 Seasonal Closure

Amenities

First-Come, First-Served
Firewood

Firewood is available for purchase at Switzer Park Visitor Centre and Gregg Lake Campground Booth during peak season (hours vary). 

Water

Please bring your own water. Water from the hand pump at Cache Lake Campground is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.

Maps & Guides

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  • Plant Checklist William A. Switzer PP Cache Lake Campground Graveyard Lake Campground Gregg Lake Campground Jarvis Lake Campground Halfway Campground Beaver Ranch Group Use Pine Bay Group Use Gregg Lake Day Use Jarvis Lake Day Use Kelleys Bathtub Day Use Hinton Nordic Centre SF Blue Lake Centre SF -- f7970a8c-d630-47e7-84e8-645bb6e114e6 True

Updated: Apr 20, 2026
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