Park Info
White Lake Provincial Park is situated on the north shore of White Lake. It has a reputation for excellent recreational rainbow trout fishing - it is one of the top three angling lakes in the province in terms of angler days. White Lake is popular for fly fishing and trolling in the summer, and also for ice fishing during the winter. Facilities for camping and boat launching are limited - there are two pit toilets, a gravel boat launch, and an old picnic shelter.
Park Size: 266 hectares
Special Notes:
- 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.
- The lakeshore is suffering from extensive damage. Please launch your boat in the main launching area only. In 1998-99 a lakeshore track was closed to reduce siltation of the lake and permit restoration of riparian vegetation.
- The camping area is undeveloped and suited mostly to self-contained truck-and-camper visitors.
- The nearest public telephone is at Balmoral, 10 km away.
Stay Safe: The boat launch area can be congested. Launch your boat with care and watch out for children.
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General Visitor Information
Location
The park is located approximately 10 km northeast of the Trans Canada Highway from Balmoral (west of Salmon Arm); the last 2 km is on a logging road. Balmoral, White lake, Tappen, Sorrento and Salmon Arm are the communities that are close to the park.
Nature & Culture
- History - Established in 1965.
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.
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Activities Available At This Park
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| Canoeing |
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A pleasant place for canoeing and small boats. The lakeshore is suffering from extensive damage, so boaters are requested to please launch their boats in the main launching area only
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| Fishing |
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Fly/troll for Rainbow Trout to 5kg. Experienced chironomid anglers do well in early spring. Also in the spring a good mayfly hatch is productive. In July try gomphus or dragonfly patterns. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
There is access to the lake for ice fishing until the snow makes the entrance road impassable. Please do not light fires on the ice as it adds pollution to the lakes.
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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 is not a designated or protected swimming area in this park. Please use caution when swimming due to boat traffic. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
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Facilities Available At This Park
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| Boat Launch |
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An undeveloped boat launch area is suitable for small car-top type boats only. The lakeshore is suffering from extensive damage, so boaters are requested to please launch their boats in the main launching area only.
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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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| Pit or Flush Toilets |
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This park has pit toilets - no flush toilets.
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| Vehicle Accessible Camping |
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Although there are no designated campsites, the park is suitable for self-contained small truck-and-camper rigs. The camping area is small making it difficult for larger units and trailers to maneuver for parking. This area would be considered a high-density campsite for approximately 10 units. There are no tables provided and no fee charged. The trees surrounding the parking area provide some shelter. This park is open for winter camping until the snow makes the entrance road impassable.
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| Winter Camping |
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Although there are no designated campsites, the park is suitable for self-contained small truck-and-camper rigs. The camping area is small making it difficult for larger units and trailers to maneuver for parking. This area would be considered a high-density campsite for approximately 10 units. There are no tables provided and no fee charged. The trees surrounding the parking area provide some shelter. This park is open for winter camping until the snow makes the entrance road impassable.
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