Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is a 9,258 hectares of fun space located in the upper Chilliwack River Valley. This park is not very far from the rest of the city as it is located 150km east of Vancouver.
Lying 64km southeast of Chilliwack and 40km from the Vedder crossing, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is filled with diverse characteristics like valley bottom lakes, different ridges, and forested slopes with a heavy dose of nature.
These diverse features also make it very ideal for outdoor activities like boating, kayaking, swimming, canoeing, and fishing. Not to talk of the available trail, which supports hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing.
History of the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park did not always start this serenading. At first, it was a sight for logging operations, and then a time came when the military base had an influence on the site. Officially, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park was established on July 23, 1973.
When to Visit the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
This park is usually open between the end of the first quarter and the beginning of the last quarter of each year. The gate is closed for other times of the year as they count as off-seasons. The period above only applies to the 146 front-country campgrounds. Visitors can still walk into the park regularly. The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is only inaccessible between 11 pm and 8 am.
Essential Facilities
1. Trailer
Visitors can rent the 28’ Keystone trailer, which constitutes a double bed along with bunk beds so it can accommodate up to 4 people. The park offers this rental on a daily or weekly basis.
This mobile and eccentric accommodation could make all the difference in getting the perfect holiday experience in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park.
2. Signage, posters, banners, and labels
In a park that covers over 9000 hectares, these displays of information and notifications provide essential guidance for easy navigation. For instance, some posters indicate that there is usually no cell phone reception around the latter parts of Chilliwack Lake Road. Prior knowledge of this sort of information is critical.
3. Boat Ramp
There is a boat launch in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park. This mini facility allows small-sized boats to only launch when the lake’s water level is favorable. This facility does not have a marina, and the boats can be parked in the water overnight at the owner’s risk.
4. Campfires
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park recognizes the essence of the campfire culture during the holiday as it allows fire rings in front-country campsites. There are particular restrictions during the extremely dry seasons with an increased propensity for forest fires.
5. Pit Toilets
There are toilets in strategic places in this park, like the day-use sections and the vehicle-supported campgrounds. You wouldn’t find any unit of this facility or even shower in the backcountry sites. In addition to these, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park also provides dump sites during the collecting season.
6. Backcountry Camping
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park provides six campsites in every one of the four backcountry areas: Greendrop, Lindeman, Flora, and Radium Lake. This facility only allows visitors of ages six and above.
7. Playground
This spot is a must-visit, especially for the younger ones. The playground is located at the Paleface Loop camping area. It is a spot that entertains almost every form of play.
8. Drinking Water
Visitors have easy access to clean tap water, located at every vehicle-accessible campground but not the background sites.
Activities in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
1. Canoeing
This park only allows professional canoe paddlers and kayakers. Canoes and kayaks are not available for rent in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park.
2. Cycling
Some trails allow cycling, but these bicycles must remain in the roadways. For safety, the cyclist must use their helmet--not just in the park but in the whole of BC.
Points to Note
Some afternoons can be extremely windy, creating dangerous currents in Chilliwack Lake. Under this condition, boating and rafting can become unsafe.
Also view: Chilliwack Tulip Festival
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Lying 64km southeast of Chilliwack and 40km from the Vedder crossing, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is filled with diverse characteristics like valley bottom lakes, different ridges, and forested slopes with a heavy dose of nature.
These diverse features also make it very ideal for outdoor activities like boating, kayaking, swimming, canoeing, and fishing. Not to talk of the available trail, which supports hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing.
History of the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park did not always start this serenading. At first, it was a sight for logging operations, and then a time came when the military base had an influence on the site. Officially, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park was established on July 23, 1973.
When to Visit the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
This park is usually open between the end of the first quarter and the beginning of the last quarter of each year. The gate is closed for other times of the year as they count as off-seasons. The period above only applies to the 146 front-country campgrounds. Visitors can still walk into the park regularly. The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is only inaccessible between 11 pm and 8 am.
Essential Facilities
1. Trailer
Visitors can rent the 28’ Keystone trailer, which constitutes a double bed along with bunk beds so it can accommodate up to 4 people. The park offers this rental on a daily or weekly basis.
This mobile and eccentric accommodation could make all the difference in getting the perfect holiday experience in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park.
2. Signage, posters, banners, and labels
In a park that covers over 9000 hectares, these displays of information and notifications provide essential guidance for easy navigation. For instance, some posters indicate that there is usually no cell phone reception around the latter parts of Chilliwack Lake Road. Prior knowledge of this sort of information is critical.
3. Boat Ramp
There is a boat launch in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park. This mini facility allows small-sized boats to only launch when the lake’s water level is favorable. This facility does not have a marina, and the boats can be parked in the water overnight at the owner’s risk.
4. Campfires
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park recognizes the essence of the campfire culture during the holiday as it allows fire rings in front-country campsites. There are particular restrictions during the extremely dry seasons with an increased propensity for forest fires.
5. Pit Toilets
There are toilets in strategic places in this park, like the day-use sections and the vehicle-supported campgrounds. You wouldn’t find any unit of this facility or even shower in the backcountry sites. In addition to these, the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park also provides dump sites during the collecting season.
6. Backcountry Camping
The Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park provides six campsites in every one of the four backcountry areas: Greendrop, Lindeman, Flora, and Radium Lake. This facility only allows visitors of ages six and above.
7. Playground
This spot is a must-visit, especially for the younger ones. The playground is located at the Paleface Loop camping area. It is a spot that entertains almost every form of play.
8. Drinking Water
Visitors have easy access to clean tap water, located at every vehicle-accessible campground but not the background sites.
Activities in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park
1. Canoeing
This park only allows professional canoe paddlers and kayakers. Canoes and kayaks are not available for rent in the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park.
2. Cycling
Some trails allow cycling, but these bicycles must remain in the roadways. For safety, the cyclist must use their helmet--not just in the park but in the whole of BC.
Points to Note
Some afternoons can be extremely windy, creating dangerous currents in Chilliwack Lake. Under this condition, boating and rafting can become unsafe.
Also view: Chilliwack Tulip Festival
Main Page