Horsefly Lake Park
About this Park
This park offers a popular 23 site campground and day-use area which has a developed beach, a horseshoe pit and a nature trail. Some activities offered include hiking, exploring and fishing.
The large, deep lake is usually fished on a troll. Fishing for rainbow trout is a favourite pastime of many visitors. There are a number of smaller lakes excellent for fly-fishing. Two unnamed lakes are in the park, and were once the site of a hatchery operated to restore the run of sockeye to the Horsefly River.
Fir, spruce, birch and cedar clothe the slopes along the lower reaches of Dillabough Creek at the west end of Horsefly Lake. There are old growth cedars and Douglas firs throughout the park.
Safety information
- The park supports multiple lake-oriented activities. Please adopt safe boating procedures at all times, and be aware of swimmers, canoeists and kayakers.
Special notes
- ORVs are prohibited in this park. ORVs include ATVs, off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles and side by sides.
- There is no sani-station available within the park, but the local community has sani-station services available.
Location notes
The park is located on Horsefly Lake, approximately 65km from 150 Mile House off Highway 97. 55km of the route is paved, and 10km is well-maintained gravel. The closest community is Horsefly, located 13km southwest of the park. Other communities are Likely and Williams Lake.
For map information, please refer to topographical map numbers: 1:50,000 92P/11.
Activities
- 268:Hiking There is a 1.2km hiking trail to a view point above the lake where there are two benches to sit on. The trail is of moderate hiking with some steep elevation changes. 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.
- 268:Canoeing There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. Canoes, paddle boats, and a powerboat can be rented from the park operator.
- 268:Swimming There are change rooms and a beach where the swimming area is roped off. Be cautious of the steep drop off. There are snorkeling and scuba opportunities but no rental places nearby.
- 268:Fishing There is a large, deep lake and is usually fished on a troll and also included nearby are a number of smaller lakes excellent for fly fishing. Fishing for rainbow trout is a favourite pastime of many visitors.
- 268:Wildlife viewing The trail up to the viewpoint, looks out over the lake.
- 268: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.
- 268: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 Horsefly 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.
- 268:Waterskiing Waterskiing is a popular activity on Horsefly Lake.
- 268:Windsurfing There is a possibility to windsurf on Horsefly Lake.
- 268:Scuba diving There are scuba diving opportunities in Horsefly Lake.
Facilities
- 268:Picnic areas This park has a day-use and picnic area. It is a grassy area with a pebbly beach on the lake. There are two change houses, horseshoe pits, basketball net, feather ball, BBQ, and a dock for swimming. Firewood is available for purchase.
- 268:Pit or flush toilets This park has only pit toilets which are located throughout the campground.
- 268:Drinking water Cold water taps are located throughout the park. One at the entrance and one at the boat launch area. Taps are shut off during the off-season. Water taps do not have hose hook-ups for campers and trailers.
- 268:Accessibility information Accessibility information is available for this park.
- 268:Playground This park has a play area composed of a basketball hoop, feather ball and horseshoe pit. These are located in the day-use area.
- 268:Boat launch There is a single-wide concrete boat launch at this park. It is located at the far end of the campground. There is parking available for vehicles and boat trailers, and they can be left overnight. Boats should not be left in the water or beached overnight.
- 268: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. 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.
Location
52.38903, -121.28703 · Bowron-Cariboo
