Burns Lake, British Columbia

The heart of the Lakes District

Get to know our community.

At the center of British Columbia’s Lakes District, Burns Lake is rich in history, heritage, pristine lakes and vast forests. Rooted in a region enriched by the cultures of multiple First Nations communities, the village is proud of its commitments to partnership and sustainable land management.

A gateway to adventure.

Burns Lake is an outdoor hub, boasting world-class mountain biking trails, lake activities, and winter sports. With over 60 km (37.28 miles) of biking trails and dedicated parks, summer in Burns Lake is a haven for adventurers. Winter brings exceptional cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and beloved Canadian sports like hockey and curling, making Burns Lake a year-round destination for thrill-seekers and families alike.

The mills and our people.

Since 2006, Hampton has partnered with the Burns Lake Native Development Corporation to operate both Babine Forest Products and Decker Lake Forest Products. These mills, rooted in collaboration with local First Nations, are reflective of a commitment to safety, productivity, collaboration, and sustainable forest management. Managing vast tracts of timberland under the CSA’s Sustainable Forest Management standards, we contribute to a regional economic model that seeks prosperity and opportunity for every member of the community.

Here’s what we do.

At Hampton Lumber, we’re committed to sustainable solutions, and building a dependable, ethical supply chain for your success. Here’s how we do this in our Babine and Decker Lake mills:

Between our two mills, we produce 335 MMBF of lumber each year

In Babine, we offer a wide variety of premium, MSR, export grades, studs and framing lumber:
- 2 x 4 to 2 x 10 8’ to 20’
In Decker Lake, we offer a wide variety of studs, timbers, framing lumber, treated poles and decking:
- 2 x 4 to 2 x 10 – 8’ to 16’
- 4 x 4 and 4 x 6
- 6” rough, S4S
- 5/4” x 4” to 6”
We provide best-in-class paper wrap and barcoding services upon request
Whether it’s by train, export cargo or freight, you can count on our reliable product shipping and delivery

Log Buyer: Ben Wiebe, 250.692.7177

Come work with us.

Our crews in Burns Lake are led by are Mill Manager, Ian Gray. If you’d like to get in touch with us directly, we invite you to do so in the following ways: