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Halfway River boat launch

Arial view of the Halfway River boat launch.

Area notices

Please note that the dock and gangway at this site is not available. Boaters can use the Lynx Creek launch site as an alternative.

Boating and fishing between Hudson's Hope and Fort St. John

Located between Fort St. John and Hudson's Hope, our Halfway River (Táájiidze Saaghii) boat launch provides boaters and anglers with access to the Nááchę Mege (formerly Site C reservoir). The boat launch is open seasonally from May to October. This site also includes picnic tables and a pit toilet for public use. 

Where it is and things to do

The Halfway River boat launch is located approximately 50 km from Fort St. John along Highway 29. Use this Google Map link for directions.

The Halfway River boat launch is owned and maintained by BC Hydro.

Facilities include:

  • Concrete ramp suitable for lake and jet boats
  • Seasonal floating dock
  • Pit toilet and picnic tables
  • Information kiosk
  • Gravel parking area

Boating and other safety information

The Nááchę Mege Reservoir map [PDF, 24 MB] has been prepared to support safe recreational vessel use on the reservoir. While reasonable efforts have been made to depict bathymetry, navigation hazards, and other features relevant to vessel operators, the reservoir is a managed and dynamic environment. Water levels, shoreline conditions, debris, and hazards may change due to operational, environmental, or weather-related factors. This map is not an official nautical chart and is not a substitute for prudent seamanship, on-site observation, official notices, or compliance with local regulations, posted signage, and navigation aids.

Users remain responsible for assessing conditions and navigating safely at all times.

All persons intending to operate a boat on the reservoir should always:

  • Obey all boater safety laws, which include carrying emergency equipment and wearing life jackets.
  • Inform others of your destination and when plan to return.
  • Observe all warning signs and stay well away from BC Hydro's dams and structures.
  • Use extreme caution and be aware of hazards when boating on the Nááchę Mege.

The banks of the reservoir are easily eroded and subject to sloughing from reservoir actions. If waves are severe and you need to reach shore, it may be difficult to make a safe landing due to cliffs, unstable banks and floating or submerged debris along the shoreline.