Pennask Lake Park
About this Park
Pennask Lake Park is found found north of Peachland, in the Okanagan. The rainbow trout from the 1,450 metre high lake provide eggs for much of the provincial stocking program in the south-central interior.
This area is can be difficult to access. The last portion of the road is rough and not suited for most recreational vehicles. Four-wheel drive vehicles are strongly recommended.
Safety information
- There is no drinking water available. The hand pump is out of commission.
- There are no cabins for public use in this park. The Pennask Lake Fishing and Game Club owns and operates a lodge on the lake. Though it is outside the park, the lodge is one of the main attractions in the area. With the exception of the small area of the park, all of the land around the lake is owned by the club.
Location notes
Pennask Lake is approximately 50km northwest of Peachland. The user-maintained campsite is accessed from the Coquihalla Connector (highway 97C). The 19km of forest service roads are not built or maintained to the same standards as paved public roadways, and certainly not suited for most recreational vehicles.
Travel at your own risk and drive with caution at all times. The last 7km are very rough. Travel will require a 4WD vehicle and high clearance, and will take most vehicles about 35 to 45 minutes. Early in the season or after heavy rains the road will have very large and deep puddles, as much as 12 metres long and near one metre deep.
Activities
- 272:Canoeing There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. Use caution when paddling in this large lake and be prepared to take shelter in the numerous bays during wind storms.
- 272:Swimming
- 272:Fishing The rainbow trout from the 1,450 metre high lake provide eggs for much of the provincial stocking program in the south-central interior. The fishing is excellent.
- 272:Pets on leash Pets and 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.
- 272:Cycling Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Pennask Lake Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.
Facilities
- 272:Drinking water There is well water from a hand-pump.
- 272:Boat launch There is a rough boat launch at this park.
- 272:Campfires Campfires are allowed, but please keep them small. The surrounding forest is filled with dry, beetle-killed trees. Do not cut standing trees.
Location
49.99005, -120.09912 · South Okanagan
