... looking for information on what BLM in USA calls "dispersed camping"...pulling over and setting up camp out in the boonies...or on a side road...does BC restrict use of FWC [soft sides]?
...no idea if BC has "back roads" to prowl on...
...will probably skip it and go to Hyder
I have never heard of any soft side type restriction, tho there might be in some Parks.
There are many back/side roads in BC that are on Crown Land, that, in short, you can travel and camp on, within reason. Some of these are though roads, while others lead to "nowhere", be that a cut block, an installation, range land, private residence etc.
A few points about these Crown Land backroads - as much for the readership - ... you are (mostly) free to travel them and so are others, some of whom may hold differing ideas about civil behaviour. Note, May 20, is a long weekend, the unofficial start to Summer Partying - rain or shine.
The gov can issue Tenure of use. So drive smart, and watch for (and signs of) industrial and commercial traffic.
Most of BC is unceeded Indigenous Land (very few Treaties). The Courts acknowledge Aboriginal Title still exists. Watch for posted signs eg "entering XYZ Traditional Territory", usually near a settlement. Prob not the best place to camp without asking. Somewhere remote like Telegraph, best practice is to call ahead or ask at the particular Band Office for permission to visit and camp in the area. I wouldn't camp on an actual Indian Reserve and generally wouldn't stray while travelling though one.
Keep in mind BC also stands for Bear Country (mostly Black). Come May, they'll be out with their cubs (cute )
For info, I'll mention ADVrider again, try search: routes or unpaved. I will say your hwy route that travels along the Rocky Mtn Trench is a personal favourite. On your return, travelling thru the Gang Ranch area is one idea you may want to research.
and by Hyder, you mean the road beyond to the glacier overlook, yes ?
Edited by klahanie, 12 April 2019 - 05:23 AM.