Harrison Lake
Lake Large lake in British Columbia popular for recreation
Harrison Lake in British Columbia is a large mountain‑fed lake east of Vancouver used for boating, fishing and lakeside resorts; visitors enjoy paddling, waterfront hiking and nearby hot‑spring resorts.
How to Get to Harrison Lake #
Harrison Lake is about 95-120 km east of Vancouver by road. From Vancouver take the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) east to exit toward Harrison Hot Springs or follow Highway 7/7A via Mission for northern access. Harrison Hot Springs is the most common base for lake access; private boat launches and commercial operators run tours.
Tips for Visiting Harrison Lake #
- Hire a guide or take a commercial boat tour to explore remote portions of the lake safely.
- Expect sudden weather changes - mountain storms can funnel down into the valley.
- Fishing and backcountry permits may be required for certain areas; check BC Parks regulations.
Best Time to Visit Harrison Lake #
Best visited in summer for boating and lake activities; spring and early autumn are good for quieter visits but watch for river runoffs after heavy rains.
Weather & Climate near Harrison Lake #
Harrison Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1742 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (242 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (262 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (234 mm).
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