McConnell Lake 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
McConnell Lake is popular with fishermen and it is noted for rainbow trout to 1.5+ kg.
Park Size: 102 hectares
Special Notes:
- The nearest public telephone is at the entrance to Lac Le Jeune Park, approx 2 km away.
- Please help to prevent the spread of Eurasian Water Milfoil by removing all weeds from your boat and motor before launching and after removing it from the lake.
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Location
Take the Lac le Jeune Exit off Hwy #5 -- the park is 35 km south of Kamloops and 49 km north of Merritt.
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Nature & Culture
- History - Through the LRMP McConnell Lake was established in 1996 as a Class A park; McConnell Lake has been protected as a Recreation Area for many years.
- Conservation - The park represents a typical plateau lake surrouonded by hilly forested uplands. There are Montane Spruce and old growth specimens of Douglas Fir. The riparian and shoal areas provide critical habitat and feeding areas for rainbow trout.
- Wildlife - McConnell Lake is noted for rainbow trout.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
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Contact Info
Brandywine Environmental Management Ltd.E-mail address: brwill@telus.net
Phone: 1-250-828-9533
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Activities Available At This Park
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Canoeing | |
McConnell Lake is popular with canoeists and kayakers.
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Fishing | |
McConnell Lake contains 1.5 kg and larger rainbow trout. This is a regionally significant rainbow trout fishery. The lake is known for its clear water. Check fishing regulations. The lake is popular for ice fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
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Hiking | |
There is a primitive trail around the lake. There are extensive hiking trails available at nearby Stake Lake. This area offers over 45 km of trails.
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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. 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 | |
There is no developed beach or swimming area. There are no lifeguards on duty in Provincial Parks.
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Winter Recreation | |
Informal snowshoeing can occur depending on snow levels and access. Cross-country skiing is available at nearby Stake Lake where there are over 45 km of trail.
The lake is popular for ice fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
The lake is popular for ice fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
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Facilities Available At This Park
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Boat Launch | |
There is a small gravel surfaced boat launch suitable for small boats. This is a small, quiet fishing lake. High speed operation of boats is discouraged.
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Drinking Water | |
There is one cold-water hand pump available in the park.
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Picnic Areas | |
This is a very rustic day-use area. There is one picnic table near the boat launch.
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Pit or Flush Toilets | |
This park has two pit toilets - no flush toilets.
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