Types of Recreation Sites and Trails

There are three categories of recreation sites and trails located around the province.

• Managed with Fees
• Managed without Fees
• User Maintained

All recreation sites are on a first-come first-served basis. There is no reservation system and there are no camping passes.  For more information on fees and discounts, see the Reservations, Fees and Discount page.

Managed With Fees

These are managed through partnership agreements. Partners managing recreation sites and trails include recreation groups, community organizations, First Nations, private citizens, local governments and forest companies. Camping fees are charged to pay for the services provided by the agreement holder. Services may include supervision, daily maintenance and facility/structure maintenance. The agreement holder collects the fees on site and retains the fees to offset the cost of services provided at the site. Unless otherwise identified, the camping fee is $10 per night for a person, family or party of six.

Managed Without Fees

These are managed through partnership agreements or other means. No fees are charged for the services provided because the agreement holder has alternative ways of covering the costs (e.g., volunteers).

User Maintained

Camping is free, and users provide the majority of upkeep at the site. Campers are asked to respect the environment and pack out whatever they pack in. The ministry will pump toilets, remove hazardous trees and replace signs and other structures where necessary. Structures and access will not be removed unless there are significant ongoing public safety hazards or environmental concerns.