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Christina Lake Provincial Park Christina Lake Provicial Park is a popular summer destination with 350 meters of sandy beaches and a lake that has a summer average temperature of 73F. Water recreation is the parks most popular activity, but hiking is also afforded. Plenty of parking is provided. Address: . Christina Lake BC
1 250 766-1835
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Kootenay Lake Provincial Park Located 25 km (15mi) north of Kaslo on Highway #31, this park offers 14 secluded campsites in the shade or beside the beach. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking are popular in the park as it is located on Kootenay Lake. Address: Off Hwy 31, 25 km (16 mi) north of Kaslo Kaslo BC
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Kokanee Creek Provincial Park Hiking, fishing, boating, and camping is all available at Kokanee Creek Provincial Park. There are two campgrounds in the park, and a boat launch is located near the eastern park boundary. Picnic areas and changehouses are also located here. Address: Highway 3A Nelson BC
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Jewel Lake Provincial Park Measuring 49 ha (121 acres), Jewel Lake Provincial Park contains its namesake lake which is 3 km (1.8 mi) long and contains Rainbow Trout. Activities include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and ice-fishing. There are campsites available but facilities are limited to water, firewood, pit toilets and picnic tables. Address: 10 km (6.2 mi) north of Greenwood off Highway 3 Greenwood BC
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Cone Hill Park Cone Hill Park offers a large grassy area complete with playground, basketball court and picnic area. In the winter, Cone Hill Park features a lighted winter toboggan run. Address: 3500-9th Avenue Castlegar BC Canada V1N 2W8
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Boundary Creek Provincial Park Boundary Creek Provincial Park is home to the historic site of the BC Copper Company that once employed 400 men in the early 1900s. There are basic amenities in the park, so campers must be self-sufficient. Address: On Hwy 3, three km west of Greenwood BC
1 250 766-1835
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Crawford Bay Park This large green space is a popular place to relax. In the summer, it is host to the Starbelly Jam Music Festival. Located near the centre of town. Address: . Crawford Bay BC Canada
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Lakeside Park Nelson Lakeside Park is connected to the city wharf by a waterfront pathway and antique Streetcar #23. Nelson artist John McKinnon has scultpure displayed in the park, and annuals bloom in the gardens throughout the year. Address: . Nelson BC
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Valhalla Provincial Park Extensive trails and routes lead visitors to the scenic features of Valhalla Provincial Park. A boat launch is located here, and there are campsites nearby. Address: Highway 6 New Denver BC
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Granby Provincial Park While it is a popular spot for hiking and fishing, Granby Provincial Park is one of the least-visited wilderness areas in BC, is hard to access and offers no facilities. Home to the only rainforest not located on the province's west coast, the park is an important habitat for mountain goats and grizzlies. Address: 65km (40 mi) north of Grand Forks Grand Forks QC
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McDonald Creek Provincial Park McDonald Creek is a fine park for all ages, as it features swimming, canoeing and a sandy beach for sand castle building. There are also grassy meadows to explore. Sites for tent and trailer campers are available. Address: Highway 6, 10 kms south of Nakusp BC
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Cody Caves Provincial Park Located high above Ainsworth in the Selkirk Mountains, Cody Caves Provincial Park has an underground stream that flows over a kilometre through ancient limestone. Underground tours with an interpreter are available. Address: Hwy 31 Ainsworth BC
Send an Email (10) 1 250 353-7364
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Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park looks back almost 200 years. The history of the Interior Salish Natives, and Alexander Zuckerberg - the creator of a unique Russian Orthodox Chapel House - is displayed here. Visitors are able to walk about the landscaped grounds. Admission is by donation. Address: 9th St and 7th Ave Castlegar BC V1N 2W8
1 250 365-5511
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Champion Lakes Provincial Park Located just north of Salmo, Champion Lakes Provincial Park has beaches, picnic areas, and a playground. Camping is available here, and canoeing is permitted on the lakes themselves. Excellent fishing opportunities are available here. Address: Highway 3B Salmo BC
Send an Email (2) 1 250 825-4212
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Goat Range Provincial Park Goat Range Provincial Park is one of British Columbia's more important parks, as it helps protect the only natural spawning site of the unique "Gerrard" rainbow trout. It also protects grizzly, mountain goat and woodland caribou habitat. The park offers opportunity for wilderness camping, hiking and fishing. Due to the ecological significance of the park, visitors are encouraged to use low-impact techniques while visiting Goat Range. Address: 30 km east of Nakusp BC Canada
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Kianuko Provincial Park This 11638 ha park, which is used by the Ktunaxa-kinbasket First Nation for spiritual and traditional purposes, protects alpine lakes and meadows as well as the headwaters of Kianuko Creek. Home to caribou, moose and grizzlies, the park is popular for fishing, hiking and horseback riding. Address: 40 km (25 mi) north of Creston Creston BC
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Burton Historical Park Burton Historical Park is located just south of Nakusp, and overlooks scenic Arrow Lakes. Campsites are available here, and there are fire pits with firewood provided for free. There is a boat launch, and fishing, swimming, and hiking are all offered here. Address: Lakeview Park Road Nakusp BC
1 250 265-4348
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Gladstone Provincial Park This large park in the Selkirk foothills preserves Kokanee salmon spawning areas, winter range for deer and elk, and low-elevation old-growth cedar and hemlock forests. Christina Lake, one Canada's warmest and clearest lakes, has beaches, a boat launch and salmon, trout and bass fishing. Texas Creek Campground is 12 kilometres east of the townsite at the end of East Lake Drive. 32 kilometres of trails. Open year-round; amenities are not available in this wilderness area. Address: Highway 3. Christina Lake BC
B.C. Parks, 494-6500
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Johnstone Creek Provincial Park Open from May to September, Johnstone Creek Provincial Park consists of Douglas fir, Ponderosa pine and aspen forest. A short hiking trail with three viewpoints, which include benches, is available. Steep cliffs lie beyond these viewpoints so it is not recommended to hike any further. There are 16 campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Address: On Hwy 3 Rock Creek BC
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Yahk Provincial Park Situated on the shore of the Moyie River just north of the BC/Idaho border, Yahk Provincial Park is small, measuring just 9 ha. Recreational activities at the park are limited, but visitors can fish and camp. 26 sites are available and basic facilities are provided. Address: Crowsnest Hwy 3, 35 km (22 mi) east of Creston Creston BC
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Nancy Greene Provincial Park Self guided nature trails circle the lake at Nancy Greene Provincial Park. Campsites are available on a first come first served basis, and in winter the area is popular for cross country skiers. Address: Highway 3B Rossland BC
1 250 825-3500
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Conkle Lake Provincial Park Conkle Lake Provicial Park is a secluded little spot 25 to 30 km outside of Greenwood. The spot is so secluded that it is not easily accessed by small vehicles, motor homes or trailers. The park has just over 30 camping sites and offers a quiet, serene vacation. Fishing, swimming and caneoing are popular. |
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Gyro Park A botnaical paradise, this park has a variety of plants and flowers in the extensive gardens. Also enjoy walking trails, a gazebo, picnic tables and more. The park has a swimming pool with a lifeguard on duty. Address: Gyro Park Road Nelson BC Canada
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Kohan Reflection Garden The Kohan Reflection Garden was established in 1989. It was created to commemorate the Japanese Canadians who were forced to live in internment camps in the area. Address: . New Denver BC
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Nakusp Waterfront Japanese Garden Nakusp Waterfront Japanese Garden is one of two gardens in the area that celebrates Japanese Canadian community. Pine, juniper, hazlenut, kinnickannick, and other native plants are grown here, and the gardens are full of Japanese maples and flowers. Address: . New Denver BC
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Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park Wilderness camping is permitted within designated areas of Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. Angling is permitted in the parks waterways and lakes, and there are extensive hiking trails throughout the park. Cross country ski trails are open in the winter months. Address: . Ainsworth BC
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Creston Valley Wildlife Centre This impressive 17,000 acre wildlife habitat is home to 265 species of birds and many other types of wildlife. It is accessible 24 hours a day all year long. There are opportunities for birdwatching, wildlife viewing, hiking, biking, canoeing and fishing. Their is also an Interpretive Centre (open end of April to Thanksgiving) that offers a good selection of wildlife activities and informative programs that cater to all ages. Address: . Creston BC V0B 1G0
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West Arm Provincial Park Located in the Kootenay's, West Arm Provincial Park spreads out over 25,319 ha (acres) and is mostly undeveloped. Potential activities include hiking, water sports, canoeing, kayaking and skiing. Wilderness camping is permitted but there are no facilities. Address: East of Nelson Nelson BC
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Syringa Creek Provincial Park Located at the south end of the Arrow Lakes Reservoir, Syringa Creek Provincial Park has a 60 site campground. Two boat launches are available, and hiking trails are throughout the park. Address: Hwy 3 Castlegar BC
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Lockhart Beach Provincial Park Lockhart Beach Provincial Park features a sandy beach and provides a number of recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking, swimming, canoeing and kayaking. There are campsites in the park and other facilities include a boat launch and a picnic area. Address: Hwy 3A, 19 km (12 mi) south of Crawford Bay Crawford Bay BC
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Zinio Park Zinio Park offers four tennis courts, bathroom facilities and playground. There is a large grassy area for various activities with picnic sites. Address: 801-9th Avenue Castlegar BC Canada V1N 2W8
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