Barker Canyon Boat Launch | Informal Campsite

February 23rd, 2024 by The TC Life

We had a bit of an issue at first as we ventured a little off the hard packed road and sank into the trail. But after getting free we stayed at the parking lot for the boat launch. We did notice that they have no fires posted for the area. Even during our cool, wet weather spring/winter time visit. Did not use the pit bathroom and the window on the side was broken out. We had a great time and saw only a couple people during the day. Had a great time taking our kayaks out on the lake. I would think this area gets busy during the warmer month. Not sure if you need a discovery pass to park here but we had one anyway.

May 24th, 2022 by daryl

Great lake side campsites. At some point in June, expect swarms of mosquitoes at sites next to Lake, so go in May and it's awesome.

Federal public land as Bureau of Reclamation, and does not require Washington discover pass.

March 26th, 2021 by BeardoMcGrath

Variety of lakeside sites west of the Barker Canyon Boat Launch. GPS location has shade and a small beach, but there are other spots nearby. There is a pit toilet at the boat launch. When reaching the boat launch info sign, turn right (rather than left, towards the boat launch) to reach these sites. This is state land, so a WA Discover Pass may be required. No cell service. Lost of garbage in the area unfortunately, some sites are cleaner than others. Could be a windy location, although there is some brush for cover and this area is not right along the main fetch of Banks Lake.