As winter gives way to spring, you can bet social media will be inundated with photos of scenic hot spots from around B.C.
This year, a favourite campground destination for Instagrammers will now only be available to those who make a reservation.
鈥淚n recent years, BC Parks has seen a significant spike in the number of people using the Joffre Lakes trail, which now has upwards of 170,000 visitors per year,鈥� a release from the Ministry of Environment said Tuesday.
鈥淭he addition of camping reservations is part of the long-term approach BC Parks is taking to manage recreational use in a sustainable way.鈥�
Last year, Joffre Lakes Provincial Park was in the spotlight for being 鈥渓oved to death鈥� after its pristine turquoise waters gained popularity with social media fans.
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Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, about 400 kilometres west of Williams, will also require a reservation for camping this year.
The 26 backcountry tent pads at Joffre Lakes will be available to reserve through Discover Camping beginning at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2, along with 24 vehicle-accessible campsites at Tweedsmuir South. Campers without a reservation will be turned away.
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