Whiskers Point Provincial Park, British Columbia

The park is found on a secluded peninsula reaching into historic McLeod Lake. This area was once admired by explorer Simon Fraser who established Fort McLeod on behalf of the North West Trading Company in 1805. This was the first trading post west of the Rocky Mountains.

The park is the perfect base from which to explore the area. The surrounding forest is filled with lush spruce and cottonwood trees and well as a diverse array of plant life. The nature enthusiast and photographer will be pleased to discover a variety of interesting wildlife, birds and waterfowl including a winter colony of trumpeter swans.

LOCATION

The park is located 130 kilometres north of Prince George on the Hart Highway #97. It lies 10 km south of the community of McLeod Lake and 58 km north of the community of Bear Lake.

PARK FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Camping - The campground is located on the sandy point of the peninsula and features 69 private sites, each containing a picnic table and fire pits. Nearby are flush toilets, water and wood. The park also provides a sani-station, a playground, a horseshoe pit, a picnic shelter and change houses making it an easy place to relax for the day.

Fishing and Boating - A concrete boat launch is located in the parking area. Angling for Dolly Varden and rainbow trout in McLeod Lake may prove rewarding.

Hiking and Trails - The nature trail loops through the woods to the campground. On this 20 minute walk you may see squirrels, coyotes or one of the many species of birds who frequent the park.

COMMERCIAL FACILITIES: The communities of Bear Lake and McLeod Lake offer food, gas, accomadation and other necessary supplies.