Ministry of Environment - Tsintsunko Lakes

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Park Info:

Set on the Bonaparte Plateau, this park protects a series of interconnected small lakes and wetlands. No camping or day-use facilities are provided, but a trail system connects some of the lakes and offers an opportunity for walk-in trout fishing.

Special Features:

Tsintsunko Lakes park protect a series of interconnected small lakes and wetlands on the Bonaparte plateau.

Park Size: 333 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

Location Map

This park is located approximately 40 km northwest of Kamloops, accessed via Westsyde Road. Follow the Jamieson Creek Forest Service Road to the Beaverhut Road. Turn left at the Beaverhut/Home Cabin junction. The trailhead is about 13 km from the Jamieson Creek Road.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

There are no digital maps or brochures for this park

Nature & Culture:

History - The park was established on April 30, 1996.
Cultural Heritage - There are historical trails and old cabin sites in the park.
Conservation - The park encompasses a portion of Tsintsunko Lake and an interconnected series of smaller lakes and wetlands. Engelmann spruce, subalpine fir and lodgepole pine are found on Bonaparte Plateau.
Wildlife - The park provides calving and summer habitat for moose and waterfowl. Wild rainbow trout are found in the lakes.

Visitor Safety:

This is a wild area with limited Park Ranger patrols; visitors must be self-sufficient.

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping. No camping at this park.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	No firewood is available and no fire rings are installed. If a campfire is used, please keep it small, and ensure it is completely out before you leave. Only wood that is dead and lying on the ground can be used for campfires. Camp stoves are recommended for cooking. Check for campfire bans before entering the backcountry. In some parks, campfires are not permitted at any time.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	Primitive trails connect some of the lakes for walk-in fishing access. 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.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	The many small lakes on the plateau are popular with canoeists and kayakers.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	Wild rainbow trout stocks are found in most lakes. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. There are ice fishing opportunities in this park.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	No horseback riding.
	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.
	There are trails that connect the lakes for wildlife viewing and nature study.
	Snowshoeing provides a way to experience the park in the winter; however, there are no designated trails.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	Anyone hunting in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Check the B.C. Hunting Regulations for seasons and closures.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.