- Divide Lake Trail South is closed permanently. Please use Fredrick Creek Trail instead.
- Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park is now open to the public. At this time, not all fire damaged signage has yet been replaced so we ask visitors to be cautious while walking/hiking in the park. Visitors to the park should pack a trail map with them at all times. If you are not familiar with the park, please view the park maplisted below for details.
- The marine campsites are open and facilities are available in this area of the park.
- Mushroom picking or harvesting is prohibited in provincial parks.
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Park Info
Above the lakeshore are over 10,000 hectares of rugged landscape with mountain lakes, grasslands and spruce-fir forests accessible only on foot, horseback or bicycle. Trails and rustic campsites are the only facilities in this area of the wilderness. A wonderful setting for hikers - a climb to the top of Okanagan Mountain will lead you to beautiful scenic lake views to the west and the Monashee Mountains to the east.
A boater's paradise, this wilderness park dominates the east side of Okanagan Lake between Kelowna and Penticton. Six marine campgrounds and secluded bays and sheltered sandy beaches tucked into the 33 km of undeveloped shoreline make water exploring a true adventure. Mooring buoys available; horse-loading ramps available in parking lots.
Park Size: 11,038 hectares
Special Notes:
- Good, sturdy footwear is essential. Summers are hot in this arid park and hikers should carry water between camping areas. Mountain bikers should carry a map of the park with them at all times.
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General Visitor Information
CAUTION
Wildfires have produced many hazards in the area. Visitors should be aware of these hazards and the increased risk of injury prior to entering the park. The hazards include unstable trees, holes and loose rock. The hazards have been reduced along the main trail system and camping areas. Travel off the main trail system has an increased level of risk. If visitors choose to enter this burnt area, they can reduce their risk by:
- Remaining on the main trail network
- Waiting for favourable weather
- LOWEST RISK= calm conditions with no rain or snowfall
- HIGHEST RISK= windy conditions with rain or snowfall
- Traveling quickly to reduce exposure time
- Spreading groups our to reduce risk of multiple casualties
- Stopping or camping only in open flat areas at least one tree length from standing trees
- Travelling carefully since contact with roots or trees may cause a tree to fall
- Avoiding steep slopes--falling trees and loose rocks may slide downhill
- Leaving the area or taking shelter if trees are actively falling
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Location
On the east side of Okanagan Lake, just opposite Peachland on Hwy #97. There are no public roads in the park. Access to the south boundary parking lot is through Naramata to Chute Lake Road. It is 6 km of gravel then 1.5 km of very rough road. It is a total of 25 km from Penticton. Access to the north boundary parking is via Lakeshore Road from Kelowna. Follow for 15 km to the parking area. The road continues past the parking lot but is for private land access only with no public parking. Boat, bicycle, horseback or hike only once inside the park boundary.
Map / Brochure
Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
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Activities Available At This Park
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| Canoeing |
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There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
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| Cycling |
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There are canoeing/kayaking opportunities at this park. Canadian Hydrographic Chart 3052 for Okanagan Lake is available for a fee. Phone 250 765-3995 in Kelowna and 250 492-2628 in Penticton.
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| Fishing |
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Norman, Baker and Divide lakes are all stocked with rainbow trout by the Summerland Trout Hatchery. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
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| Hiking |
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There are a number of hiking trails in this park.
Click here for details. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
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| Horseback Riding |
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Horseback riding is permitted at this park.
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| Hunting |
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| Pets on Leash |
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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.
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| Swimming |
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There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. Swimming opportunities are plentiful along the undeveloped shoreline. There are many bays easily accessed by boat.
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| Waterskiing |
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There are opportunities for waterskiing on Okanagan Lake.
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| Wildlife Viewing |
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There are fantastic views from the Rim Trail, the Pinnacles and the viewpoint just west of the south parking lot. The rugged terrain and steep canyons in the park make viewing an option just about anywhere
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Facilities Available At This Park
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| Cabins / Huts / Yurts |
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There is an old cabin at Divide Lake that was built before the park was established. They are not to BC Parks standards and are user maintained. Visitors planning on staying in these cabins should be self-sufficient and able to camp outside should the cabin be full. The outhouse located at the Divide Lake cabin has since burned down
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| Campfires |
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While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
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| Picnic Areas |
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This park is popular amongst Kelowna residents for day-hikes and mountain biking.
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| Pit or Flush Toilets |
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This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets.
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| Walk-In/Wilderness Camping |
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Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed at Baker Lake, Divide Lake and Victor Lake in the upland area of the park. The park is open year round with approximately 48 walk-in sites ad boat sites. Camping is also permitted at Buchan Bay, Commando Bay, Goode's Creek, Van Hyce Beach and Halfway Bay along the lake. Additional camping is allowed at the South parking lot where there are two tables, two fire rings, space for two tents (no tent pads) and a pit toilet. Limited facilities like pit toilets and fire rings are provided at Divide Lake and the marine sites. There is mooring at the bays and at Reluctant Dragon Cove and Van Hyce
Backcountry Camping Fee: $10.00 per party or vessel / night
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