Adams Lake Marine Provincial Park - Spillman Beach Site
A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
A boat-access only beach area with forested upland, the Spillman Beaches marine site has one of the better quality beaches on Adams Lake, popular for fishing and boating. No facilities are provided at this site. This park protects an alluvial fan and the lower reaches of Spillman Creek. This park also contains mixed Douglas-fir/lodgepole pine forest with birch and cottonwoods as well as western red cedar in the north. There are small pockets of grassland, shrubs and forbs on the drier sites.
Park Size: 139 hectares
General Visitor Information
Adams Lake is a large lake, and subject to
gusts of strong wind. Note that there are few pullouts available during
the high water of May and June. Bring your own drinking water, as
potable water is not available in the park.
On the east side of Adams Lake, and boat access only. The closest communities, towns and cities are Barriere, Sorrento, Chase and Kamloops.
Nature & Culture
History - Established April 30, 1996.
Conservation - The park encompasses beach frontage along Adams Lake and the lower portion of Spillman Creek. The park contains mixed Douglas-fir and lodgepole pine forests, cottonwood, birch, and western red cedar.
Wildlife - Spillman Creek contains wild rainbow trout with possible spawning habitat. Potential sockeye spawning habitat.
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park. There are many camping opportunities that are marine access only.
Fishing
Fishing for kokanee and rainbow trout on Adams Lake is popular. Adams Lake rarely freezes due to it's size and location. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Pets on Leash
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas. 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.
Scuba Diving
There are SCUBA diving opportunities in Adams Lake.
Swimming
There is a natural sand/pebble beach on Adams Lake. There is no roped off swimming area at this park. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Waterskiing
Adams Lake has waterskiing opportunities. Adams Lake is a very large lake and it's water conditions can change quickly. Be aware of the weather and water conditions before waterskiing. There are no motor size restrictions on Adams Lake.
Wildlife Viewing
There is no viewing platform but there are wildlife viewing opportunities in the area.
Windsurfing
Adams Lake can get strong winds - great for windsurfing.
Facilities Available At This Park
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. There are many camping opportunities that are marine access only.
