Graystokes Park
About this Park
Graystokes Park was established on April 18, 2001, to provide significantly increased representation of a number of biogeoclimatic units in the North Okanagan highlands ecosection. It also protects an extensive complex of swamps, meandering streams and meadows, as well as maintaining habitat for moose, mule deer and white-tailed deer.
Safety information
- Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
- There are no developed trails in the park. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs.
Special notes
- No motorized vehicles, including off-road and all-terrain vehicles. Only snowmobiles are permitted during the winter months.
- The BC Snowmobile Federation has three chalets on the Graystokes Plateau. They are not for use by the general public and may not be to BC Parks’ standards.
Location notes
This park is located 45km northeast of Kelowna. From Highway 97 in Kelowna follow Highway 33 for 23.5km toward Big White Ski Area. Turn left, then take Three Forks Road and cross Mission Creek at 7km. Continue north for 0.5km and turn right onto Greystokes Forest Service Road. Follow this rough road to the park for approximately 10km.
Activities
- 442:Fishing
- 442:Pets on leash Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears. 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.
- 442:Hunting The discharge and carrying of firearms is permitted in this park for the purposes of hunting during open season. Please consult the BC Government Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for more information. Contact BC Parks at parkinfo@gov.bc.ca with any specific questions.
- 442:Winter recreation There are no formal cross-country skiing or snowshoeing trails in the park. Given its popularity as a snowmobiling destination, other winter activities may be limited. The Graystokes Plateau is a very popular area for snowmobiling. Articles about the area, have appeared in various snowmobiling publications.
- 442:Snowmobiling
Location
49.98596, -118.84977 · East Okanagan
