Grizzly Camp

Experience the world of the grizzly bear, up close and personal, at Grizzly Camp; where bears fish for salmon in the river, sleep next to the deck or wander along the walkway into camp.

Deep in British Columbia, designed with the bears in mind, this place offers unparalleled opportunities for bear viewing. The land belongs to the bears, we are just visitors, and they are allowed to come as close as they like, right into the camp should they wish. The camp really is an open-air classroom on bear behaviour and a stay here is a life-changing experience, a chance to observe and enjoy a peaceful co-existence between species.

Each cabin is furnished with twin or double beds, wood burning stove and LED lighting powered by the camp generator. Each cabin has its own detached bathroom unit located in a brand-new central bathroom building, equipped with a septic flushing toilet, a warm water shower, power outlets and lighting. Towels and face cloths are provided. Meals are served outdoors in order to maximise the wildlife viewing opportunities.

What separates the Grizzly River Camp from other bear-viewing lodges in Canada and Alaska is the sheer number of bears in the surrounding area – up to 60 different grizzly bears have been counted in one season at this camp. The bears have very much adapted to the camp, so it is common to see bears whilst enjoying a meal on the deck or relaxing in front of your cabin. Apart from the designated viewing sites around the camp, guests can also visit one of the high viewing platforms on their own as long as they take an air horn and walkie-talkie with them.

There are also excellent photographic opportunities for a whole host of other wildlife including bald eagles, yellow warblers and beavers. Moose and wolves can be seen on occasion as well. 

This camp is only accessible by helicopter ride from the small town of Atlin, which greatly reduces the impact on the local environment.

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