Canoe Buttle Lake Adventures with 43K Wilderness
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–6 hours
Fitness Level
Basic moderate fitness required to comfortably paddle and maneuver the canoe or kayak.
Overview
Paddle tranquil Buttle Lake with 43K Wilderness’s convenient canoe and kayak rentals. Half-day and full-day options make it easy to experience this rugged corner of British Columbia’s Strathcona region.
Canoe
Full and Half Day Rentals Available
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About This Adventure
Experience the beauty of Buttle Lake with convenient half-day and full-day boat rentals right at the campground. Enjoy paddling in canoes or sit-on-top kayaks, with your pets welcome as long as they have their own lifejackets. Create unforgettable memories on the water in this stunning natural setting.
##Duration 3 and 6 hours
##About Boat Hut: Our rental kiosk can be found at Buttle Lake Campground boat launch. It’s the first left, once you’re in the campground. Hours of operation listed below.
##More info We offer half day (3 hour) and full day (6 hours, morning start only) rentals directly adjacent to the lake for convenience. Rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Overnight Rentals: Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to offer overnight rentals, but hope to offer this opportunity in the future.
The Fine Print: Participants 19 and younger require a parent/guardian signature to rent.
All paddlers are required to sign a Rental Agreement, Assumption of Risks and Waiver of Liability document prior to renting.
Pets: Pets are allowed in canoes and on sit on top kayaks but must have their own lifejacket. At this time we do not offer pet lifejacket rentals, so you will need to come prepared with your own.
Adventure Tips
Bring a lifejacket for your pet
Pets are welcome on board but must have their own properly fitted lifejacket; rentals are not provided, so bring yours.
Start early for full-day trips
Full-day rentals begin in the morning to ensure you have maximum daylight on the water.
Check weather conditions
Strong winds can pick up unexpectedly on Buttle Lake; monitor local forecasts before heading out.
Arrive early to secure rentals
Equipment is rented on a first-come, first-served basis—plan to arrive early during peak season to guarantee availability.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bald eagles often glide over the water scanning for fish.
- Black bears occasionally forage along the forest edge near the shoreline.
History
Strathcona Provincial Park, home to Buttle Lake, was established in 1911 as British Columbia’s first provincial park, preserving its diverse mountain and aquatic ecosystems.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to maintain Buttle Lake’s pristine waters and protect its sensitive shoreline habitats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Personal flotation device (PFD)
Required for all paddlers and pets for safety while on the water.
Waterproof dry bag
Protects your belongings from splashes and unexpected rain.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Necessary for exposure during sunny summer paddling trips.
summer specific
Layered clothing
To adjust quickly to cool winds and variable temperatures on the lake.
spring|fall|winter specific