Alone
Alone on Grizzly Mountain
Chilko Lake in British Columbia was the setting for season 8 of the History Channel's survival show Alone.
Alone season 8
10 wilderness experts compete to see who can survive the longest in total isolation. There are no camera crews. No producers stationed nearby. Their only links to the outside world are a satellite phone they can use to tap out and weekly medical check-ins to ensure they’re healthy enough to continue. Equipped with just 10 items selected from a pre-approved list of basic, low-tech gear and a camera kit for filming themselves, the last man or woman standing returns to civilization with a $500,000 prize. Photo credit: Brendan George Ko.
Where was 'Alone' Season 8 filmed?
Season 8 of Alone was filmed in the remote Chilcotin region of British Columbia, Canada. Specifically, contestants were dropped along the shores of Chilko Lake (also known as Tŝilhqox Biny), a high-elevation glacial lake situated over 3,800 feet above sea level. This made it the first alpine season of the series, with the lake's location on the dry eastern side of the Coast Mountains presenting unique survival challenges .
chilko lake lodge
Season 8 was filmed in the fall of 2020, with behind-the-scenes operations based at the stunning Chilko Lake Lodge. Premiering on June 3, 2021, and concluding on August 19, 2021, the season showcased the breathtaking wilderness of Chilko Lake to audiences around the world.
Photo credit: Brendan George Ko
““We are always looking for locations with rugged beauty and incredible wildlife. Chilko Lake and the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast area offered both in spades””
Grizzly Mountain
The mid-Chicotin area hosts one of the densest grizzly bear concentrations in North America with an estimated 200 grizzlies in the surrounding Chilko Valley/Ts’ilos Provincial Park.
Clay Hayes
Wildlife biologist turned professional bow builder, Youtuber, and author is the winner of Alone season 8 after surviving 74 days in Chilko Lake, British Columbia. He overcame freezing temperatures, starvation, and isolation. He faced down a charging grizzly bear, tracked a mountain lion, and was the only contestant to kill a deer.
Clay Hayes on 'Alone'.courtesy The HISTORY Channel/Brendan George Ko.
SOURCE: THE HISTORY CHANNEL
Discover the spirit of survival at Chilko Lake Lodge, where select Alone artifacts are proudly on display. These pieces offer more than just a connection to the show—they tell the story of endurance, courage, and the raw beauty of the wilderness. We invite you to walk in the footsteps of the participants, explore the breathtaking landscapes of Chilko Lake, and embrace an experience that blends adventure with relaxation in the heart of nature.