Welcome to the
Beautiful Wilderness
of
Johnson Lake Resort

Located in the high country, north of Kamloops & the Shuswap in British Columbia.

Your hosts: Jim and Barb Lewko

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The Lakes The Resort Directions Camp Features
Activities Cabin Rates Campsite Rates Rentals Contact

The Lakes

"The Caribbean of the North" - Johnson Lake is known as one of the clearest and most beautiful lakes in the Province. At 3,800 feet elevation, it is over 5 kms. long, is approximately 200 feet at its deepest, and is unique among lakes in BC. Water to the lake is supplied by the surrounding underground springs and winter snow pack. Due to the limestone in the area , the lake attains the colour of the Caribbean Ocean and visibility into the water is well over 50 feet. There are many shoals where the trout can be seen swimming in the clear water.

The fish have thrived in the deep, clear waters - 1.5 to 2 lb. Kamloops Rainbow Trout are common, with 3 to 5 pounders waiting for the presentation of that special fly or lure. The most popular fishing method on Johnson is trolling a fly. Adjoining Johnson Lake by way of a spawning channel is "Little Johnson", perfect for endless action for float tubers, children and beginners. But don't be fooled... there are some large ones in here too!! And the fish are clean & delicious!

The spawning bed, located between the two lakes, has a fish ladder to help the young fry return to the big lake. The channel springs to life in May and June with the vigorous activity of the spawn, and the lake is now nearly self-sufficient with its own returning fry. There is no boating access between the two lakes, but a short 2-3 minute walk will get you from one lake to the other.

Swimming in the clean turquoise waters is a real treat, although the little lake is certainly warmer.

Canoeing or kayaking over the shoals on the Big Lake is simply amazing - and with little to disturb the peace except the call of a loon, you'll think you're in paradise.

The Resort
(open May Long Weekend through New Years)

First opened in 1952, Johnson Lake Resort is nestled on the shores of Little Johnson Lake. Open May through New Years, the resort offers awesome beauty, peace and solitude for the relaxing vacationer; excellent fishing, and numerous summer and winter activities for the more active visitors and children. There's lots to keep the whole family content and happy - including your pet!

We offer 8 housekeeping cabins with a central showerhouse, and 12 privately situated campsites. Relax and take each day at your own pace. Cook your meals on a wood or propane stove, or try your hand at gourmet campfire fare. Sleep in late, or enjoy an early morning sunrise over the big lake. Soak up the sun while lazing the day away on the grass or hike, bike or canoe your way around the lakes. The choices are endless.

There is a boat launch, dock, and boats for rent on the big lake - a short 2 minute walk from the main resort. Complimentary rowboats, dock and a swimming raft await you on the little lake - along with those teaser trout swimming by in the crystal clear water.
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Directions

Access to the resort is via good gravel road, suitable for cars, motorhomes and trailers. The driving time from both Kamloops and the Shuswap is approximately 1 1/2 hours.

From Kamloops:
- 60 Km north of Kamloops on Hay 5 to Agate Bay Road turnoff (turn right)
- 22 Km on pavement to Minova Road turnoff (turn left)
- 16 Km on gravel to Resort (follow the signs)

From the Shuswap:
- Head north off Hay 1 at Squilax / Adams Lake exit located between Chase & Sorrento.
- Travel 10km on pavement to south end of Adams Lake.
- Go 19km on gravel, heading north on Adams Lake West Forest Service Road to Agate Bay, then turn left at 4-way stop.
- Go 9km on pavement to Minova Road turnoff (turn right onto gravel).
- Go 16km on gravel to Resort (follow the signs).

If you are travelling midweek, contact us to see if you need to watch out for logging trucks.

Area Map

To view a bathymetric map of Johnson Lake, please visit www.anglersatlas.com
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Camp Features...

Private and secluded location on Little Johnson Lake.
Central fire pit - great for sing-songs, wiener and marshmallow roasts!!
Children's playground.
Outdoor barbecue area.
Fridges, stoves and barbecues in larger cabins.
Picnic tables for each cabin and campsite.
Great room in Lodge – pool table, piano, fireplace, books, games, puzzles, etc.
Docks on both lakes.
Swimming raft on Little Johnson.
Boat launch and mooring on Big Johnson Lake.
Central showerhouse - (free) hot showers, flush toilets.

AND FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE…

Camp Store - ice, basic foodstuffs, candy, fishing tackle, hand tied flies, etc.
Fishing licenses available.
Complementary row boats on ‘Little Johnson’.
Motor boats (max 10 h.p.) & Canoe rentals.
Firewood is supplied at no charge.
Bike rentals.
Pets welcome.

Spring and Summer Activities

By mid May the ice is usually off the lake and fishing abounds. The spawning rainbow trout in the channel provide a spectacular sight mid-May until late June. Watching the ospreys and bald eagles fishing for their meals provides us with our very own "Johnson Lake Airshow!". Fishing is at its peak in June as the fish are hungry after their long winter beneath the ice. July and August bring hot days, perfect for a family vacation and swimming in Little Johnson Lake.

Fishing (fly, spin, troll)
Boating and canoeing
Swimming (off dock)
Hiking
Mountain biking …miles of roads and trails to explore.
Horseback trails - guidebook available
Wildlife viewing - deer, moose, bears and the elusive bobcat, lynx and cougar.
Bird watching (over 40 species identified to date)
Touring - drive the circle routes to South Barriere Lakes, Adams Lake, Sun Peaks,
or explore the miles of roads on Samatosum Mountain.
Golfing - 45 minutes away at Barriere's 9 Hole Chinook Golf Course

Fall and Winter Activities

Soon after the Labour Day Weekend, the leaves start to turn, and the countryside becomes a showpiece of yellows and oranges. Fall fishing has been excellent as the trout become aggressive in their feeding habits before freeze up.

For the hunter, the resort makes the perfect base camp. Mule deer, moose, black bear and grouse are plentiful. October has been the most productive month in recent years.

With the first snows, the landscape is transformed into a serene winter paradise. Open through New Years, the winter activities include:

Hunting
Ice Fishing
Snowmobiling
X-country skiing
Ice Skating
Snow shoeing
Tobogganing
New Years Gala - 4 night package,

Housekeeping Cabins - 2008 Rates

Rustic and comfortable, these cabins provide all the warmth and shelter needed to enjoy the natural beauty of this tiny hidden valley year-round. The self-contained cabins overlook ‘Little Johnson’ - the spawning channel is just steps away, and Johnson Lake a few yards beyond.

Cabins are equipped with cold running water, kitchen supplies, dish soap and tea towels, and most have a screened porch and a wood burning stove for heat or cooking. Bring a camp stove if you prefer. Our renovated cabins have propane stoves for cooking and airtight wood heaters for warmth and some cabins have fridges. Most are one room cabins, with our two largest cabins having separate bedrooms.

Bring bedding, towels and a lantern. For cabins without a fridge, bring a cooler with ice – we have more for sale if needed.

Minimum stay - 2 nights - (3 nights on holiday weekends).
Deposit of 50% required to secure reservation (30 day cancellation policy).
*Rates based on single or double occupancy (Children 12 and under included free. Additional adults - $10 per night. Teens - $5 per night).
Senior’s Discount.
Fisherman's package - includes boat + motor.
Sportsman's package - includes boat + motor, mountain bikes and canoe.
Check-in: 3pm. Check-out: 12 noon.

Cabin #	Accommodation	Sleeps How Many	Porch	Daily Rate (2 People)*	Weekly Rate (2 People)*	Notes
#1	Double bed with single bunk over	3	Screened	$55	$345	Nearest lodge, wood stove.
#2	Double bed	2	Screened	$55	$345	Wood stove.
#3	Double bed and pull out couch	4	Screened	$75	$475	Propane stove with oven. Fridge. Barbecue.
#4	Double bed with single bunk over	3	Screened	$55	$345	Wood cook stove.
#5	Double bed, bunk bed, pullout couch	6	Screened	$90	$560	One bedroom, propane stove with oven. Fridge. Barbecue.
#6	Double bed, bunk bed, pullout couch	6	Screened	$90	$560	Propane stove with oven. Fridge. Barbecue.
#7	Double bed with single bunk over	3	None	$60	$375	Wood airtight stove. Propane cook stove.
#8	Double bed, bunk bed, pull out couch, futon	7	Open	$105	$650	Nearest lake, two bedrooms and deck with a view over Little Johnson Lake. Propane stove with oven. Fridge. Barbecue.
#9	2 queen beds, pull out couch, futon	8	Covered	$155	$975	2 bedrooms, bathroom, electricity, view over Little Johnson Lake. Fridge, stove, barbeque.

Campsites - 2008 Rates

Situated on ‘Little Johnson Lake’ …wooded or open, level campsites for tents, campers, trailers or motor homes up to 30'. All sites have a fire pit and picnic table (no hookups). Firewood is provided at no charge. Fresh water is available at the shower house.

Maximum RV size is 30 feet - reservations a must
Regular Rate $25 per vehicle per night - includes campfire wood and showers
Deposit of 75% required to secure reservation. (30 day cancellation policy)
Senior’s Discount
Campsites are unserviced, but all have easy access to the Showerhouse and fresh running water.
Weekly Rates
Reservations recommended.

Camp Site #	Maximum Vehicle Size Recommended	Description
#2	20' Trailer or 5th Wheel/25' Motorhome	Smaller campsite on knoll overlooking the small lake. Sunny in morning, shaded in afternoon. Suitable for small motorhomes, trailers, campers or tents.
#3	25' Trailer or 5th Wheel/30' Motorhome	Large grassy campsite, suitable for medium size motorhomes or trailers, can fit two or three rigs on site. Sunny and open.
#4	18' All Units	Smaller, shaded lakeside campsite. Suitable for small or medium motorhomes, trailers, campers or tents.
#5	25' All Units	Medium sized campsite across from #4. Partially shaded, grassy, suitable for small motorhomes, trailers, campers or tents.
#6	18' All Units	Small, shaded, lakeside site with steep path access to reedy shore of lake to sunbathe or moor a boat. Suitable for small motorhomes and campers.
#7	18' All Units	Medium size site across from #6. Shaded. Suitable for medium motorhomes, trailers and campers.
#8	25' Trailer/28' 5th Wheel/30' Motorhome	Large lakeside site. Shaded, suitable for large motorhomes and trailers.
#10	Campers or Tents only	Part of a double site with #11. Private, grassy, shaded, in back side of campsite. Suitable for campers or tents.
#11	Campers or Tents only	Grassy and shaded. Suitable for campers or tents.
#12	20' Motorhome	Medium, grassy site. Private, shaded. Suitable for small motorhomes, campers or tents.
#13	Tents only	Small lakeside site - suitable for small tent

Rentals

Motor Boats(max 10 H.P.) - $55/day or $35/half day (up to 4 hours)
Canoe/Rowboat - $20/day
Fishing Tackle - $10/day per rod - includes tackle.
Bike Rental - $10/day or portion thereof
Snow shoes, ice skates - $5/day
Cross country skis and boots - $10/day

All guests are welcome to

Free Showers Free Firewood
and complimentary use of:
Great Room in Lodge
Row Boats on ‘Little Johnson’
and…
Free Worms (self serve = you dig!)

Check in: 3pm Check out: 12 noon
Taxes not included in any rates.
Rates subject to change without notice.

Come Share our winter paradise...

The owners, Jim and Barb Lewko heartily welcome you to Johnson Lake Resort...
...a wonderful retreat.

RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION

Radio telephone system with voice mail:
(250) 672-1008
Or email to:

info@johnsonlakeresort.com

Johnson Lake Resort
PO Box 78
Louis Creek, BC V0E 2E0

Web: www.johnsonlakeresort.com

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Welcome to the Beautiful Wilderness of Johnson Lake Resort