Bridge River

There are many terrific rivers for whitewater paddlers to play in around Lillooet, and one of the very best is the Bridge River. Featuring Class III+, IV, and V water, with easy portages around the headiest sections, the Bridge demands that those who paddle here be advanced kayakers.

The put-in is at the confluence of the Yalakom and Bridge Rivers north of Lillooet, from where it’s a 16-mile (26-km) ride to the Fraser River. The Bridge offers everything an expert paddler can hope to find: fast water, raging rapids, hair-raising drop-offs, and challenging technical stretches.

A good source to consult for local paddling information is Whitewater Trips for Kayakers, Canoeists and Rafters, Volume 2, by Betty Pratt-Johnson.

For more information, consult the Lillooet Forest District Recreation Map. To obtain a copy, call (250) 256-1200.

Nearest Town: Lillooet, Gold Bridge, Sea to Sky Highway

Nearest Park: Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park