Kootenay Lake Davis Creek/Lost Ledge Provincial Park
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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
Davis Creek and Lost
Ledge are two small sites 
situated
on the
north-western shore of Kootenay Lake. The parks are part of
a combined system of seven provincial parks that offer lakeside recreational
opportunities on a large inland lake. With outstanding views of the Purcell
Mountains to the east, these sheltered locations provide access to the
lake’s
marine activities including fishing, boating and swimming. Both Lost
Ledge and Davis Creek offer lake view and shady, secluded campsites spaced
within the forest. Lost Ledge is very picturesque while Davis Creek is
less developed. Both sites are popular with anglers and families for their
unique, informal camping experience.
Nestled between the Selkirk’s and the Purcell’s, visitors can also discover Mount Buchanan Look Out, Fry Creek Canyon, Monica Meadows or Idaho Peak. Visit the Kaslo Tourist Information Centre located in the restored SS Moyie. This beautifully restored stern wheeler is designated as a natural historic site.
Park Size: 343 hectares - on Kootenay Lake (Lost Ledge is 35 hectares, Davis Creek is 5 hectares)
Hours
of Operation - All dates are subject to change
without notice |
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Opening
and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible
but may not offer full services such as water, security,
etc.) |
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| - Davis Creek campground | May 15 - September
15 (Gate is closed during the off-season) |
| - Lost Ledge camgpround | Year round (Gate is open year round) |
| Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: | |
| - Davis Creek campground | May 15 - September 15 |
| - Lost Ledge camgpround | May 15- September15 Off-season: If full services are provided – full fees will be in effect. If no services are provided - user maintained with no fee. For details contact PFO. See contact info. below. |
| Campground Reservable Dates: | Not applicable |
| Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: | - Davis Creek
= 18 - Lost Ledge = 16 |
| Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) | Not applicable |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. | |
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General Visitor Information
There are no spelunking or caving at this park but there are these opportunities at Cody Caves Provincial Park.
There are no formal day-use picnic areas but plenty of access to the shoreline. Some visitors use the boat launch at Lost ledge for picnicking.
Stay Safe: Lake weather can change rapidly, be prepared. Visitors should be aware that high winds and spring squalls could come up quickly.
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Location
Located in south central BC, on Highway 31 adjacent to Kootenay Lake. Both sites are north of Kaslo - Lost Ledge 25 km and Davis Creek 30 km. The driving time to Kaslo is 30 minutes.
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Nature & Culture
- History - These small designation sites were formally log dumps for Kootenay Forest Products. With the closing of KFP, the land was reverted to the crown and the Parks were established in 1987. Lost Ledge and Davis Creek lie in the Ktunaxa/Kinbasket and Shuswap first nation traditional territories.
- Conservation - With 38 hectares, Lost Ledge protects a small creek fan and frontage on the north-west shore of Kootenay lake. The 5 hectares of Davis Creek, also protects a natural creek fan with limited ungulate winter range. Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the parks natural heritage, please do not damage or remove them.
- Wildlife - Loons, mallards and Canada geese are often observed on the lake or along the shoreline with small mammals such as squirrels and chipmunks seen amongst the campsites and forest. Park users should always be aware of bears and other wildlife in our park environment. Never feed or approach bears or other wildlife. Please view all wildlife from a distance.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
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Management Planning
Management Planning Information
- The approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan is now available in pdf format.
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Contact Info
For information on Davis Creek and Lost Ledge areas of the park only:
West Kootenay Park Management Inc.
Phone: 250-825-4212
Fax: 250-825-4293
Email for general inquiries: information@westkootenayparks.com
Email for park specific inquiries: kootenaylake@westkootenayparks.com
Click here to view the West Kootenay Park Management Inc web link, for additional information.
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Activities Available At This Park
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Canoeing | |
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Cycling | |
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Fishing | |
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Pets on Leash | |
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. There are no off leash areas in these parks. 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.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears. .
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Swimming | |
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Waterskiing | |
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Windsurfing | |
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Facilities Available At This Park
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Boat Launch | |
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Campfires | |
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Drinking Water | |
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Pit or Flush Toilets | |
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Vehicle Accessible Camping | |
There are no tent sites, pull through sites or tent pads. The parks offer services during the peak season of May to September. This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis - campsite reservations are not accepted. Visitors can select any site and staff will come to collect fees. The closest pay phone and stores are in nearby Cooper or Meadow Creek.
Davis Creek campground with gravel roads has 18 small, medium to large vehicle accessible sites, 2 are doubles. The park offers both lake view sites with beach access or shaded sites in a fir, birch forest. A park gate is located at the park entrance. There is limited parking in the larger sites for extra vehicles.
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $10.00 per party / night
BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only):
$5.00 per senior's couple/night
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Wheelchair Access | |
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