Stone Mountain Park

About this Park

Safety information

Special notes

Location notes

Activities

• 94:Canoeing Summit Lake provides opportunities for peaceful canoe trips.
• 94:Fishing In recent years, Summit Lake has been stocked with rainbow and lake trout. Mountain whitefish are also present. Arctic grayling can be caught along MacDonald Creek. Summit Lake is less productive, with fish growing slowly and maturing late.Fish populations in this park are easily overfished. Please use good judgement and refer to the current freshwater fishing regulations synopsis [PDF]. 
• 94:Wildlife viewing There are many wildlife viewing opportunities in Stone Mountain Park. The most common fur-bearing mammals are squirrel, hoary marmot, and chipmunk. In the summer, mule deer and elk are also present.Caribou, stone sheep, and mountain goat winter in the park. You can view caribou and stone sheep along the Alaska Highway. Please reduce speeds and watch for wildlife when travelling on the highway.Summit and Rocky Crest Lakes are congregation areas for migratory birds. You can view raptors, such as golden eagles, circling the skies. Ptarmigan can often be seen above the treeline.Stone Mountain Park is home to dangerous wildlife. For more information, see the backcountry safety info, above.
• 94:Pets on leash Pets must be leashed 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 any pets due to the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.
• 94:Hiking Stone Mountain Park offers a wealth of hiking opportunities. Several frontcountry hikes start from the Summit Lake Campground area. For more adventurous hikers, multi-day hikes lead into the Stone Mountain backcountry and the Wokkpash area (part of Northern Rocky Mountains Park).Obey any rules posted on signs and stick to designated trails. Taking shortcuts destroys plant life and soil structure.Frontcountry hikesErosion Pillars TrailAt just over 1 km long, Erosion Pillars Trail is suitable for a variety of ability levels. The trailhead is across from Rocky Crest Lake. This trail is named for the tall, thin spire of rocks that can be viewed at the end of the hike.Summit Peak TrailThe Summit Peak Trail is a 5 km round-trip hike through lodgepole pine forest. It leads to a spectacular view of the park’s alpine area. This trail is recommended only for physically fit hikers.Flower Springs TrailThe Flower Springs Trail is a 5.7 km round-trip. It includes views of alpine lakes, flowers, and waterfalls.Backcountry hikesOnly experienced backpackers with map-and-compass skills and proper equipment should attempt backcountry hikes in this park. You will need to camp overnight to complete either of the hikes described below. For more information, see wilderness camping, above.Topographical print maps are essential for both these hikes or any backcountry excursion in the Stone Mountain and Wokkpash areas. Do not rely on electronic devices that may not function in remote areas. This area is covered by maps 94K/7 and 94K/10 at a 1:50,000 scale.These areas have dangerous and aggressive predators and longer emergency response times. Bring a satellite communication device, bear spray, an extra day’s-worth of food and other supplies, water purification, and a first aid kit.Always leave a detailed trip plan with a friend or family member. For more information on safe and responsible wilderness hiking, visit our backcountry guide page.Visit the Tourism Northern Rockies website for more backcountry hiking information and a published guide to the hiking trails.MacDonald Creek Valley TrailThe MacDonald Creek Valley Trail is a 35 km hike in the Stone Mountain backcountry. Plan to spend two-to-five days to complete this trail in full. The trailhead is near kilometre 632 of the Alaska Highway. You will find it across from Baba Canyon, 3 km west of Rocky Crest Lake.Wokkpash Valley-MacDonald Creek Loop TrailThe Wokkpash Valley-MacDonald Creek Loop Trail is 70 km in total. It provides access to the most spectacular parts of the Stone Mountain and Wokkpash areas. Plan to spend five-to-seven days completing the loop.This trail is a remote wilderness trek intended for experienced hikers. Be prepared for bad weather. There are creek crossings with high water levels prone to flash flooding that could leave you stranded or washed away.We recommend starting from the Old Churchill Mine Road at km 645.25 of the Alaska Highway. Cross MacDonald Creek and travel 17 km down the road to find the trailhead.The trail follows Wokkpash Creek, then travels up through the trees above Wokkpash Gorge to reach Forlorn Creek. From here, follow Wokkpash Creek to travel around the east side of Wokkpash Lake to Plug Creek.Follow markers and cairns to the pass behind Whitestone Ridge. Travel along the valley on the east of Whitestone Ridge to Last Call Lake, then along MacDonald Creek. The trail ends at Babba Canyon near kilometre 632 of the Alaska Highway.
• 94:Horseback riding Stone Mountain Park offers opportunities for backcountry horseback riding. This park is only suitable for riders with backcountry experience, as there are no designated trails.
• 94: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.
• 94:Winter recreation There are winter recreation opportunities in Stone Mountain Park. When visiting in winter, always ensure you bring the necessary equipment. For details, please visit the winter safety page.
• 94:Cycling Bicycles must keep to roadways and designated trails. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia. For information on using bicycles with electric assist motors, see the e-biking section, below.
• 94:Kayaking Summit Lake provides opportunities for peaceful kayak trips.
• 94:E-Biking Bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Stone Mountain Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted.The only exception is for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks. To get more information on using e-bikes in BC Parks, see the cycling page.

Facilities

• 94:Picnic areas Stone Mountain Park has a day-use and picnicking area. It is at the far end of the campground next to Summit Lake.
• 94:Pit or flush toilets Stone Mountain Park only has pit toilets. There are no flush toilets in this park.
• 94:Drinking water Cold-water taps are located throughout Stone Mountain Park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.
• 94:Boat launch Stone Mountain Park has a single boat launch, which is on the shore of Summit Lake. You can access this by driving through Summit Lake Campground. The boat launch is on rocky ground and is not maintained.
• 94:Campfires Campfires are allowed, and a fire ring is provided at each vehicle-accessible campsite. We encourage you to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing campfire use and bringing a stove for cooking.Firewood can be purchased in the park. For information on firewood prices and availability, contact the park operator. See the park operator contact details, below.Do not gather wood or destroy vegetation for use in campfires. This is an offence under the Park Act. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals, and it adds valuable organic matter to the soil.
• 94:Accessibility information Accessibility information is available for this park.

Location

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