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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
- There are no park alerts at this time.
Park
Info:
Only a few minutes from the Alaska Highway that passes through
the park is the serenity and seclusion expected in this area
of the north. Some of the most outstanding views of natural
beauty anywhere can be experienced at this park. Spectacular
folded mountains, bountiful wildlife, brilliantly-colored
wildflowers are just a few of the wonders to discover here.
In the southern portion of the park, you will see the very
impressive geological formations of Folded Mountain towering
above the road. Tectonic deformations have folded the limestone
giving these mountains their unique appearance. Further along
the highway you will have the opportunity to travel across
the alluvial fans. Caution should be used if investigating
these wonders of nature. Rain high up in the mountains may
cause flooding of these areas with little or no warning. Keep
an eye open for moose which frequent the many swamps within
the park.
Twelve kilometres of jade-colored water will tell you that
you have reached Muncho Lake. You have the choice of camping
at Strawberry Flats campground or at MacDonald campground,
11 km further north. Recreationists ahoy! Go on a boat tour
and learn about the history of the lake - Muncho Lake Tours
operates daily trips. The lake's cold, deep waters, tinted
green by minerals, are home to lake trout, arctic grayling,
bull trout and whitefish. Toss out a line and try your luck.
There is an excellent chance you will see Stone sheep along
the highway. Be sure to check your rear-view mirror before
hitting the brakes and give motorists' ample warning of your
intention to stop. The natural beauty of Muncho Lake Provincial
Park is sure to be the highlight of your northern adventure.
Park
Size: 86,079
hectares
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management Planning Information
Location:
At
KM
681 of the Alaska Hwy.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature
& Culture:
- History - European discovery
of the area did not occur until the late 1800s, when trappers, traders
and explorers passed through the area. It wasn’t until the building of the Alaska Highway, that the face of Muncho Lake changed dramatically. There are still remnants of the construction features, such as wooden culverts and corduroy roads within the park.
- Cultural
Heritage - It is believed
that the Kaska Athapaskan Indians camped regularly in the Muncho
Lake area.
- Conservation - Spectacular
folded mountains and brilliantly-colored wildflowers are just a few
of the wonders to discover here. In the southern portion of the park,
you will see the very impressive geological formations of Folded Mountain
towering above the road.
- Wildlife - Bountiful wildlife can be seen in this park. Keep an eye open for moose which frequent the many swamps within the park, also cariboo. There is an excellent chance you will see Stone sheep along the highway. Reduce your speed when animals are on or near the highway and pull well of the traveled surface of the road if you are photographing them.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Visitor
Safety:
Visitor
Safety Information (park
safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
Reservations:For
parks that accept reservations,
all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover
Camping.
Reservations
are not accepted at this park, all campsites are on a first-come,
first-served basis. For parks that accept reservations or
information on the reservation service, click
here.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
Kootenay Forest Resources
E-mail address: ekparks@telus.net
Phone: (250) 427-5452
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This
park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come,
first-served basis - campsite reservations are not
accepted.
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night
BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only):
$7.50 per senior's couple/night
Overflow
Campsite rate:
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $10.00 per party / night
BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only): $5.00
per senior's couple/night
Campground Hours
of Operation
All dates are subject
to change without notice |
Opening
and Closing Campground Dates: (campground
is accessible but may not offer full services
such as water, security, etc.)
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May
- September 15
Gate is closed during the
off-season; when snow falls. |
| Campground
Dates with Full Services and Fees: |
May
1 - September 6 |
| Campground
Reservable Dates: |
Not
applicable |
| Total
Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: |
30 |
| Number
of Reservable Campsites, if applicable:
(all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
Not
applicable |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. |
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There
are wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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This
park has a day-use/picnic area.
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There
are wheelchair accessible opportunities at this park.
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Hand
pumps are located throughout the park. The hand
pumps are shut off during the off-season.
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This
park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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For
your own safety and the preservation of the park,
obey posted signs and keep to designated trails.
Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil
structure. Click here to view a non-government
website for more hiking information and a published
guide of the hiking trails.
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This
park does not have a playground.
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Swimming
is allowed in Muncho Lake. There are NO LIFEGUARDS
ON DUTY in provincial parks.
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There
are canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this
park. Click here to view a non-government
website for more information about rafting activities.
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There
is a boat launch at this park.
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Fishing
for lake trout, arctic grayling, bull trout and whitefish
is available here. Anyone fishing or angling in British
Columbia must have an appropriate
licence.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash at all times and are not
allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible
for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.Backcountry
areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to
wildlife issues and the potential for problems with
bears. |
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There is no viewing platform but there are wildlife
viewing opportunities in the park.
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There are winter recreation opportunities in the
park.
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There are SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities
in Muncho Lake.
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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There are waterskiing opportunities on Muncho Lake.
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The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the
area should check the BC
Hunting and Trapping Regulations synopsis for
more information.
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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There is a privately owned lodge on Muncho Lake.
Click here to view a non-government
website for more information.
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