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2004 CPAWS photo contest - Buffy Baumbrough ' Stone Mountain Provincial Park
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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

There are no park alerts at this time.

Park Info:

Stone Mountain Provincial Park, 25,691 hectares of mountain wilderness, introduces Alaska Highway travellers to spectacular landscapes and incredible wildlife viewing opportunities in the northern Rocky Mountains. For the more adventuresome, backcountry hiking routes lead to mountain valleys decorated with alpine meadows and lakes.

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Park Size: 25,690 hectares

Special Notes:

  • Special care must be taken in alpine and sub-alpine areas. These are among the most fragile because of the severe conditions and short growing season. Please walk carefully and tread lightly.

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

Located at kilometre 595 of the Alaska Highway, roughly 140 kilometres west of Fort Nelson.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

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Nature & Culture:
  • Conservation
  • Wildlife

  • Visitor Safety:
    • Hikers and campers should be prepared for all weather conditions in this changeable climate. Always carry first-aid equipment and extra clothing and food. Water sources in the backcountry may carry giardia or other parasites. Boil or filter all water when in the backcountry.

    Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

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    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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    vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

    This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis at the Summit Lake area of the park. 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

    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.)

    May - September 15
    (gate is closed 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: 28
    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.
    wilderness, backcountry,  walk-in camping

    Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.

    group camping - 15 or more campers

    No group campsites.

    picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

    This park has a day-use/picnic area.

    wheelchair accessibility

    There are some wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.

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    drinking water

    Cold water taps are located throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.

    toilets

    This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets.

    showers

    No showers.

    sani-stations, sani-dumps

    No sani-station/dump facilities.

    firewood, campfires

    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.

    There are no electrical hook-ups in this park There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
    interpretive,  educational  programs

    There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

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    walking, hiking trails

    Trail Information. 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 non-government websites that offer more hiking information, a published guide of the hiking trails and hiking excursions offered by private companies.

    playgrounds

    This park does not have a playground.
    swimming

    There are no swimming opportunities. 

    canoeing, kayaking

    Summit Lake provides an opportunity for peaceful canoe and kayak trips. 

    power boats, boat launch

    There is a single boat launch that is rocky and not well maintained.

    fishing

    Anglers can try their luck for rainbow and lake trout and mountain whitefish at Summit Lake or for arctic grayling along MacDonald Creek. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

    cycling, mountain biking, bicycling

    Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

    horses, horseback riding

    Horseback riders are required to obtain a letter of permission from the BC Parks. 

    pets, domestic animals in parks 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.
    wildlife viewing

    There are wildlife viewing opportunities in the park.

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    winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating

    There are winter recreation opportunities in the park.

    scuba, snorkelling

    No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.

    windsurfing

    No windsurfing opportunities.

    waterskiing

    No waterskiing opportunities.

    hunting

    The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting and Trapping Regulation synopsis for more information.

    There are hunting excursions into this park offered by private companies. Click here to view a non-government website for more information.

    climbing, rock climbing

    No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.

    spelunking, caving

    No spelunking or caving opportunities.

    cabins, yurts, lodges

    No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.

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