Inland Lake Park
2,757 ha
Area
2000
Established
Class A
Park class
Park
Type
About this Park
Prior to 1997, this park was a Forest Service Recreation area. Inland Lake Park was established as a provincial park in 1997.
There are drive-in and walk-in campsites available at this park, as well as opportunities for swimming, cycling, fishing, canoeing and boating (less than 10 hp). The park includes a low barrier, although not entirely wheelchair accessible, 13 km loop trail around the lake.
Special notes
Fishing is not allowed from November 1 to March 31.
Location notes
The park is located north of Powell River. Turn up a short but steep hill on Haslam Street north of Cranberry Lake. Turn left onto the gravel road, continue on for about 5 km, then turn right on the Haywire Bay and Inland Lake intersection. In another 2 km, turn left into the park.
Activities
- 6197:Hiking There is an easy 13 km circuit. While the majority of the trail is wheelchair-accessible, some sections may be difficult or impassable with a wheelchair. There is a fishing dock at the main campground and a cement wheelchair ramp at the head of the trail. The trail is also very popular for day hiking and leisurely bicycle trips. There are many access points to the lake as well as pit toilets that are well spaced along the route. The trail surface consist of crushed limestone and some elevated board walks and bridges. The grade is mostly flat with minimal grades. 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.
- 6197:Swimming There is swimming available in the lake but there is very little beach area available. Be aware that there is no designated or roped-off swimming area. Water temperature is relatively warm during the summer months.
- 6197:Wildlife viewing Elevated board walks around the Inland Lake Trail provide excellent scenic viewing opportunities.
- 6197:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach and picnic areas, the park buildings and the boat launch area. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.
- 6197: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.
- 6197:Canoeing There are opportunities for canoeing and kayaking in this park. There are no rentals available in the park. The nearest available rentals are located in Powell River approximately 10 km away.
- 6197:Cycling Cycling is permitted on the 13 km Inland Lake trail. Please use extreme caution as the trail is shared with hikers and disabled users in wheelchairs.For details on e-biking within Inland Lake Park, see the e-biking section below.
- 6197:Fishing Trout fishing is available and spring is said to be best after April 1. Use single barbless hook from April 1 to October 31, with no retention of cutthroat trout over 40 cm. Please note that fishing is not allowed from November 1 to March 31. Please refer to the Fresh Water Fishing Regulations Synopsis.
- 6197:Kayaking There are opportunities for canoeing and kayaking in this park. There are no rentals available in the park. The nearest available rentals are located in Powell River approximately 10 km away.
- 6197:E-Biking Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are permitted on signed or designated trails within Inland Lake Park, provided they meet the definitions and criteria for e-bike use as outlined in the BC Parks cycling guidelines.
Facilities
- 6197:Accessibility information Accessibility information is available for this park.
- 6197:Boat launch This park has a gravel car top boat launch only. There is a horsepower restriction of 10 hp or 750 kW.
- 6197:Pit or flush toilets This park has only pit toilets. There are no flush toilets. The pit toilets are located in the campground and around the lake on the hiking trail.
- 6197:Drinking water Water is available at the campground via a well.
- 6197:Campfires Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings only. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
- 6197:Picnic areas This park has a day-use area with eight picnic spots. No other facilities are provided in the day-use areas.
Location
49.95155, -124.47942 · Sunshine Coast
