Clearwater River Chalet

Clearwater River Chalet was designed as a wilderness retreat for people seeking a vacation in an isolated area away from modern distractions. There is a certain 19th century flavour to this wilderness experience. You will know what it is like to live like the pioneer settlers of this area when you stay at the River Chalet.

You will find no television, no telephone, no cell phone service, no newspaper and limited radio reception. And, you can't even drive to the Chalet. Access is by a 30-minute walk along a scenic trail which descends 125 metres (425 feet) to the Clearwater River. It starts from the end of a private 2 km road off the Wells Gray Park road. There is no daily staff on site, but the caretaker completes cleaning and maintenance just prior to your arrival. The Chalet is never rented on a shared basis, so you can expect to enjoy an exclusive and private stay. The Chalet can accommodate parties of up to 8 persons.

Hiking beside the wild sparkling waters of the Clearwater River is just one of the activities you can enjoy during a stay at Clearwater River Chalet. Yet the highlight for many guests may be simply relaxing on the deck, watching the river flow by, and savouring the solitude with no other human habitation in sight. Many of our guests are repeat visitors and there is good reason why. Come and stay at the Clearwater River Chalet and find out why this is so.

Canoeing on the Clearwater River at the Chalet is not recommended as water is swift and deep. Swimming in the Clearwater River is hazardous. Some guests use the plunge pool below Moul Falls for a dip.

FACILITIES: Clearwater River Chalet is a 2-room log cabin consisting of living room/kitchen and bedroom (sleeps 8), plus a deck overlooking the river. The Chalet is fully furnished with dining table, 8 chairs and 2 sofas. The kitchen is equipped with a 3-burner propane stove, a small microwave, a large, solar powered refrigerator, dishes and utensils for 8 persons, cooking equipment, pots, frying pans and sink. Four Solar panels provide limited electricity for lighting and there is a 120-volt AC plug which can handle items that draw no more than 800 watts (your camera charger will work, but not your hair dryer). Water is carried from the river, right beside the cabin. The bedroom has 4 upper and lower bunks, each with a foam mattress and mosquito net. Bathroom facilities are outdoors and consist of an outhouse and shower house with solar shower. You need to bring only your food, sleeping bag and personal items.