Adams Lake Marine Park: Spillman Beaches Site

Highlights in this site

A boat-access only beach area with forested upland, the Spillman Beaches marine site has one of the better quality beaches on Adams Lake, popular for fishing and boating. No facilities are provided at this site. This park protects an alluvial fan and the lower reaches of Spillman Creek. This park also contains mixed Douglas-fir/lodgepole pine forest with birch and cottonwoods as well as western red cedar in the north. There are small pockets of grassland, shrubs and forbs on the drier sites.

Special notes

There are few pullouts available during the high water of May and June.

Bring your own drinking water; potable water is not available in the park.

Conservation

The park encompasses beach frontage along Adams Lake and the lower portion of Spillman Creek. The park contains mixed Douglas-fir and lodgepole pine forests, cottonwood, birch, and western red cedar.

Wildlife

Spillman Creek contains wild rainbow trout with possible spawning habitat. Potential sockeye spawning habitat.

Know before you go

Advisories

Safety information

Adams Lake is a large lake and is subject to gusts of strong wind.

Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.

Visit responsibly

Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:

Maps and location

Getting there

This site is located on the east side of Adams Lake is and boat access, only. The closest communities, towns and cities are Barriere, Sorrento, Chase and Kamloops.

Camping

Marine-accessible camping

Wilderness camping is allowed; no facilities are provided.

There are many camping opportunities that are marine access, only.

When visiting marine-accessible sites, be respectful of the sensitive wildlife habitats, and learn how to stay safe using our marine visitor guide.

Wilderness camping

Wilderness camping is allowed; no facilities are provided.

When visiting the backcountry, always follow Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. To learn more about staying safe in the backcountry, read our backcountry guide.

Things to do

Swimming

There is a natural sand and pebble beach on Adams Lake. There is no roped-off swimming area at this park.

There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.

Canoeing

There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park. There are many camping opportunities that are marine access only.

Fishing

Fishing for kokanee and rainbow trout on Adams Lake is popular. Adams Lake rarely freezes due to its size and location.

Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.

Wildlife viewing

There is no viewing platform but there are wildlife viewing opportunities in the area.

Pets on leash

Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas. 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.

Waterskiing

Adams Lake has waterskiing opportunities. Adams Lake is a very large lake and it’s water conditions can change quickly. Be aware of the weather and water conditions before waterskiing. There are no motor size restrictions on Adams Lake.

Windsurfing

Adams Lake can get strong winds - great for windsurfing.

Scuba diving

There are scuba diving opportunities in Adams Lake.