- This park is user maintained. Pack out what you pack in. No user fees charged at this time.
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ATTENTION PLEASURE CRAFT OPERATORS
Pilot Bay and Sawmill Cove are used as a domestic water supply. Discharge or dumping of sewage is NOT permitted and is punishable by law.
(Canadian Shipping Act - SOR/91-661)
(Park Act - RSB 1996 CHAPTER 344 SECTION 14)
For further information contact
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
604-666-0384
or the Ministry of Environment 250-387-1161 |
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Park Info
This park is the safest harbour on Kootenay Lake where boaters often gather to weather out the summer storms. The water is warm in the bay for swimming and some of the best fishing for trophy "gerrard" trout is nearby. There is an extensive network of hiking trails through the park and along the Pilot Peninsula. It is an easy walk to the historic Pilot Bay lighthouse which is being restored by area volunteer groups. Primarily marine accessed, the park can be reached by road.
Park Size: 347 hectares
Stay Safe: Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
General Visitor Information
Location
Off Hwy 3A, Balfour BC; a 10 minute drive south of Kootenay Bay ferry terminal. The closest community is Crawford Bay.
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 on Kootenay Lake.
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| Fishing |
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Some of the best fishing for trophy "gerrard" trout is nearby. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
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| Hiking |
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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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| 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.
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| Waterskiing |
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There are waterskiing opportunities on Kootenay Lake.
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| Wildlife Viewing |
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There is no viewing platform but there are several natural viewing areas along the lake.
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| Windsurfing |
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There are windsurfing opportunities on Kootenay Lake.
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Facilities Available At This Park
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| Campfires |
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Campfires are allowed in the park. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. Please bring a portable stove for cooking.
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| Picnic Areas |
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This park has a day-use/picnic area.
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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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There are wilderness/ walk-in campsite in the park, but no facilities are provided. This park is user-maintained and you must pack out what you pack in.
