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Cat Lake Rec Site

A provincial campground in the Squamish region of British Columbia with vehicle and tent camping sites. Monitored 24/7 for cancellations, wildfire proximity, and road access conditions.

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Exact geographic coordinates, surrounding topography, and nearby free Forestry rec sites:

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Cat Lake Rec Site

49.8150°N, 123.1090°WFull Map Screen
4.8(Verified BC Park)
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Canoeing & PaddlingWater Sports
Swimming BeachWater Sports
Trophy FishingAngling
Hiking TrailsRecreation
Campfire RingsCamp Life
Tent CampingAccommodations

Field & Safety Intelligence

Category 1 Campfire Prohibition Likely📡 BCWS Fire Centre

Open wood fires and charcoal briquettes are prohibited across BC during summer high-hazard periods.

✅ CSA/ULC-approved portable propane fire pits (flame < 15cm) and camping stoves permitted.
💧 Lake Health & Wilderness Water📡 Health Authority

🏊 Swimmer's Itch Prevention: In warm shallow lake bays, towel-dry vigorously or rinse with clean water immediately upon exiting.

🌿 Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria): Avoid stagnant water with visible surface scum or green paint-like streaks. Keep pets out of discolored water.

💧 Wilderness Drinking Water: All backcountry stream and lake water must be treated with a 0.1-micron filter or brought to a rolling boil for 1 full minute.

Plan B: Free FCFS Alternatives Near Cat Lake Rec Site

If Cat Lake Rec Site is fully booked, these rustic Forestry Recreation Sites are within 35 km and require zero reservations:

1 km awayFree FCFS

Brohm Lake Day Use Rec Site

FCFS campsites · 2WD Forest Service Road

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2 km awayFree FCFS

Cat Lake Rec Site

48 rustic sites · 2WD Forest Service Road

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5 km awayFree FCFS

Debecks Hill Rec Site

FCFS campsites · 2WD Forest Service Road

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