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.
Harrison Lake at a Glance#
Address: Harrison Lake area, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Canada
Website: https://bcparks.ca/
Admission: Provincial park fees apply for nearby recreation areas; lake access itself is free
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -1° - 4° | -1° | 242 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 7° | 1° | 172 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 10° | 4° | 156 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 119 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 92 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 20° | 16° | 75 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 56 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 25° | 19° | 54 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 92 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 188 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 9° | 4° | 262 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 5° | 0° | 234 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |