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Chilliwack Lake Road, Chilliwack River Valley, British Columbia
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Chilliwack Lake Road

Chilliwack Lake Road, Paleface Loop · Vedder Crossing → Chilliwack Lake

Leisurely26 mi55 min3,300 ft climbHigh point ≈ 2,200 ftOne way
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The drive

Chilliwack Lake Road follows the Chilliwack River up its valley from Vedder Crossing to Chilliwack Lake. It is a paved two-lane road with bends beside the river and through forest, and the valley is known for river activities such as rafting and fishing.

The road climbs gradually to the lake, where Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park has 182 frontcountry campsites and a playground. Along the way there are several campgrounds in the river valley, including small ones reached by short side roads off Chilliwack Lake Road.

Because the road ends at the lake, you return the way you came. The last stretch near the park is campground road, so go slowly.

Along the way

  1. Vedder Crossing
  2. Chilliwack Lake
Elevation
3,300 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 2,200 ft
Vedder CrossingChilliwack Lake
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
Vedder CrossingChilliwack Lake
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Reservations for the provincial park campground are recommended in busy periods.
  • Chilliwack Lake Road is busy with campers and river users on summer weekends.
  • Winds and currents at the lake outflow can be dangerous; BC Parks advises against boating and rafting there.
  • This is a mountain valley road, so heavy rain can bring rockfall or other closures; check DriveBC before you go.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check BC Parks: Chilliwack Lake Park.

Questions about this drive

How long is Chilliwack Lake Road?

Chilliwack Lake Road from Vedder Crossing to Chilliwack Lake is 25.9 miles and takes about 54 minutes.

Is there camping at the end of Chilliwack Lake Road?

Yes. Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park has 182 frontcountry campsites, and reservations are recommended. Other campgrounds sit along the Chilliwack River on the way up.

Is Chilliwack Lake Road busy in summer?

Yes. Campers and river users make Chilliwack Lake Road busy on summer weekends, so plan extra time.

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Map of Chilliwack Lake Road, from Vedder Crossing to Chilliwack Lake