Ministry of Environment - Windermere Lake Provincial Park

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Park Info:

Originally purchased in 1961 (formerly known as Sunshine Ranch), the area was formally established as a Class A park on June 29, 1999. Today Windermere Lake Provincial Park protects one of the last remaining tracts of native grassland and riparian habitats along the western shores of Windermere Lake. Large populations of ungulates (white-tail deer, mule deer and elk) also use this area for winter range.

Special Features:

Park Size: 205 hectares

Special Notes:

Plese Note: This has no developed areas or facilities and there is no public access. Overnight use of the Park and open fires are not permitted.

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information
Approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan.

Location:

Location Map

10 km South of Invermere on Westside 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:

Visitor Safety:

General 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.
	d throughout the park. --OR-- This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets. --OR-- No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	Campfires are not permitted. No firewood available.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	There are no developed trails at this park.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	No fishing.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	No horseback riding.
	Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears. If you must bring your pets, please keep them on a leash at all times.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	The park is open to hunting during the lawful game hunting season. Please check the Hunting & Trapping regulations for more information.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.