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.
September 14, 2009 -
Momich River Campsite on Adams Lake is open for use. All other parts of the park are closed until further notice. This is due to the various fires.
The Momich Stukemapten Forest Service Road and Humamilt Forest Service Road are now closed to public access due to forest fires down the Momich Valley.
Please be aware of Heavy smoke in the area due to fires.
Park Info
A popular park for fishing, swimming and boating.
Special Features:
The park protects the most northerly occurrence of western larch in the province, as well as winter ranges for moose and mule deer. Sockeye salmon and native stocks of trout and other fish species are present in the Momich River.
Park Size: 1848 hectares east of the northern end of Adams Lake, approx 110 km northeast of Kamloops.
Special Notes:
The nearest public telephone is at Vavenby Store, approx 60 km away by forest service road.
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.
General Visitor Information
Adams 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.
Three routes, all gravel logging roads, access this area: from Hwy 5 south of Barriere, via Squam Bay Road and along the west side and northern end of Adams Lake (80 km); from TransCanada Hwy #1 at Squilax to Adams Lake roads (95 km); from Hwy #5 at Vavenby, via logging roads (60 km). Nearest towns include Chase, Scotch Creek, Kamloops, Vavenby, Clearwater,
Nature & Culture
History - Established 1996.
Cultural Heritage - Native presence in the area is confirmed by the many culturally modified trees and evidence of pit houses. An abandoned logging camp is situated behind the beach on Momich Lake.
Conservation - The park encompasses frontage on Adams Lake, three small lakes, associated wetlands, the Momich River and its flood plain. The park protects the most northerly occurrence of western larch in the province, as well as winter ranges for moose and mule deer. Sockeye salmon and native stocks of trout and other fish species are present in the Momich River.
Wildlife - Wildlife viewing opportunities for beaver, muskrat, osprey, moose, mule deer and black bear.
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.
Scuba Diving
There are some SCUBA diving opportunities in Adams Lake.
Swimming
There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. There are sandy/pebble beaches at the east end of Momich Lake and where Momich River enters Adams Lake. There are no roped off swimming areas in this park.
Waterskiing
There are water skiing opportunities on Adams Lake. There are no size restrictions for boat motors on Adams Lake.
Wildlife Viewing
The park and surrounding area have excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Windsurfing
Adams Lake provides windsurfing opportunities.
Winter Recreation
Many winter activities are permitted but no facilities are provided.
There are ice fishing opportunities in this park.
Facilities Available At This Park
Campfires
No firewood is provided; some fire rings are available. The gathering of firewood in a Park is illegal, so fires should only be used for emergency drying and warming. If a fire is used for an emergency, please keep it small, and ensure it is completely out before you leave. Use a camp stove for cooking.
Campfires are not permitted on the beach below the high water mark.
Pit or Flush Toilets
There are only user-maintained pit toilets available in this park.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
There is wilderness, backcountry and walk-in camping allowed in undesignated sites.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
There is wilderness, backcountry and walk-in camping allowed in undesignated sites.
The site at Momich Lake West is now walk-in only.
