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Kootenay

Summit Lake

About the Park

Easily accessible park offering fishing, canoeing and swimming in the lake’s clear refreshing mountain water.

Planning a group event at the park? Why not reserve our picnic shelter for your exclusive use. Follow our website for updates on Toad Fest held mid-August annually.

Reservations and first-come, first-serve available all season.

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Coleman, CA
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Contact

West Kootenay Park Management Inc.
E-mail:     [email protected]
Website:  www.westkootenayparks.com

For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/summit-lake-park/


 

 

Rates

Frontcountry camping – $26/party/night
Seniors – $13
Second vehicle – $12
Picnic shelter private use – $50/group site/day

 

Facilities

35 campsites, reservable picnic shelter, day-use area, boat launch. Reservations and first come, first serve available all season.

Location

On Hwy 6, located 18 km SE of Nakusp.

Size

6 ha.

Park Amenities


  • Vehicle accessible camping facilities

  • Picnic sites

  • Toilets

  • Pit Toilets

  • Campfires allowed

  • Boat Launch

  • Pets must be on leash

  • Credit cards accepted

Park Activities


  • Swimming

  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Bicycling
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