Ministry of Environment - High Lakes basin

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Park Info:This park contains a small group of medium-sized lakes containing wild trout stocks. This is unusual in the interior. The park also represents an ecosystem of Engelmann Spruce-Sub-alpine Fir forest on the Nehalliston plateau. This is a wilderness area with opportunities for hiking and hunting. Some primitive user-maintained camping areas have been established.

Park Size: 560 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information - Management Direction Statement

Location:

Location Map

16 km west of Little Fort, and 2.5 km north of Caverhill Lake on the Nehalliston Plateau. Access is by foot or horseback.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

There are no digital maps or brochures for this park.
Location Map

Nature & Culture:

History - Established April 30, 1996 as a result of recommendations made in the Kamloops Land and Resource Management Plan.
Cultural Heritage - Located on a historic native travel route from Lac des Roches to North Thompson valley.
Conservation - This park provides protection for a small group of medium-sized lakes, containing wild trout stocks. The park contains a small representative ecosystem of Englemann spruce/sub-alpine fir on the Nehalliston Plateau.
Wildlife - Wild trout stocks are present in the park.
General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

Visitor Safety:

This is a wilderness area with infrequent Ranger patrols. Visitors must be self-sufficient and have advised a responsible adult of their intended destination and anticipated time of return.

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping. User-maintained camping is allowed but no camping facilities are available at this park.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	Some primitive user-maintained camping areas have been established.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	There are no sani-station/dump facilities at this park.
	No firewood is available and no fire rings are installed. If a campfire is used, please keep it small, and ensure it is completely out before you leave. Only wood that is dead and lying on the ground can be used for campfires. Camp stoves are recommended for cooking. Check for campfire bans before entering the backcountry. In some parks, campfires are not permitted at any time.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	There are some primitive, unmarked trails into the park from nearby forestry roads. Contact local fishing resorts or angling guides for advice.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	Canoe/kayak must be carried as no cart-accessible access trails exist.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	The lakes contain wild rainbow trout stocks. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	Customary access is by foot or horseback. Please remain on existing trails.
	Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times 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 other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
	There is no viewing platform but there are wildlife viewing opportunities.
	Limited winter recreation opportunities because of remote location.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check with Hunting and Trapping Synopsis for regulations.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.