Williams Lake River Valley (Williams Lake)

Rec Site #: REC2987
Type: Maintained
Fees: None
Campsites: 0
Access: Road
Facilities: Toilets
Site Operator: CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE

Site Closed.
The recreation site is closed due to flooding and state of emergency in the area

Site Description: Very popular trail located both within the City of Williams Lake and outside the city. Drop from the street level of the city into the river valley and follow the river for 11km where it empties into the Fraser River. A great trail for an evening walk or bike ride. Motorized closure in effect from the second gate to the Fraser River.

Driving Directions: In Williams Lake travel on Mackenzie Avenue to the main trailhead across from the Cemetery. Trail head is located across the railway tracks and a large parking area is available. CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE NOTICE July 12, 2016 FRIZZI ROAD SWITCHBACK - JULY 12, 2016 UPDATE Frizzi Road switchback to the River Valley failed during the severe rainstorm of July 12 and is currently not passable. The switchback was identified as an area of high potential for land failure resulting from poor water drainage.Visitors to the River Valley are welcome to park at the Comer Street entrance. When using the River Valley, please remain on the road or on posted trails in order to avoid trespassing on private property. ATVs and dirt bikes are not permitted in the River Valley Recreation Sites. When using the Comer Street access, please use extra caution. In addition to public works vehicles, the Comer access route is now used by the rural residents and resource license holders in the River Valley. The City is working with provincial resource staff to identify a safer access route to the river valley. Further information is available by contacting Gary Muraca, Director of Municipal Services or Leah Hartley, Director of Development Services, City of Williams Lake.