Bedard Aspen Park
About this Park
An interesting area of high biological diversity, with trail access. This park represents aspen, Douglas fir and grassland associations in a richly diverse area. It contributes to the representation of the Pavilion Range Ecosections.
No camping or day-use facilities are provided. Bird watching, hunting, hiking and nature appreciation are potential activities in the area.
Special notes
- No camping or day-use facilities are provided.
Location notes
Situated 40 km west of Cache Creek. To access the park, drive north from Cache Creek along Hwy 97, west along Hwy 99, then south along the Hat Creek road, turn left on Road 463 and follow the logging roads. Visitors should have access to a BC backroads map as there are numerous logging roads in the area. There is no road access to the lake. The nearest community is Cache Creek.
Activities
- 9712:Hiking There is one trail providing access to the lake, which is about a five minute hike. There are no designated trails. Lower ridges in the area provide easy walking.
- 9712:Fishing There are rainbow trout in the lake.
- 9712:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times. 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.
- 9712: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. Exempt from the No Hunting, No Shooting Restrictions within 400 metres of the center of park roads. Contact BC Parks at parkinfo@gov.bc.ca with any specific questions.
Location
50.66355, -121.51094 · Thompson Southern Rivers
