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Wilderness camping

Wilderness camping is the only camping available. You are asked to use “Leave no trace” camping techniques.

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Campfires

Campfires are permitted within this park using the fire pits at the designated campsites.

Pit or flush toilets

Pit toilets are located at camping locations noted on the park map.

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Hiking

There are four main hiking trails in the park:

  • One trail begins in Llewellyn Inlet and leads to a knoll that provides good views of the Llewellyn Glacier. This is an 800m long trail with 55m of elevation gain to the viewpoint. It is possible to continue beyond the viewpoint, but the trail is not maintained.
  • The Mt. Adams Trail starts in Sloko Inlet and climbs 170m over its 4.5km length. The trail leads to a glacial lake at the base of the spectacular Llewellyn Glacier.
  • The start of the Sloko Lake Trail is also located in Sloko Inlet. This 2km trail has 145m of elevation gain and takes you to the shores of Sloko Lake.
  • The Shortest Railway Trail is an easy 4km walk along an abandoned rail line, known as the Taku Tram, from Scotia Bay on Atlin Lake to the historic buildings of Taku Landing on Tagish Lake.
Swimming

Swimming is possible but the water is very cool. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

Canoeing

Kayaking and canoeing are popular on Atlin Lake. Anyone planning to paddle Atlin Lake should come to the park well prepared and with kayaking or canoeing experience. 

This large glacial fed lake is subject to high winds and consequently rough waters. The water temperature is an average of four degrees Celsius which means hypothermia in mere minutes. Watch the weather and always wear life-jackets. 

Canoeist may want to consider spray skirt. Topographic maps are highly recommended due to the vastness of landscape.

Kayaking

Kayaking and canoeing are popular on Atlin Lake. Anyone planning to paddle Atlin Lake should come to the park well prepared and with kayaking or canoeing experience. 

This large glacial fed lake is subject to high winds and consequently rough waters. The water temperature is an average of four degrees Celsius which means hypothermia in mere minutes. Watch the weather and always wear life-jackets. 

Canoeist may want to consider spray skirt. Topographic maps are highly recommended due to the vastness of landscape.

Fishing

The waters of Atlin Lake contain lake trout, Arctic grayling, Dolly Varden and two species of white fish. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Hunting

Hunting is allowed in the park. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting & Trapping Regulations Synopsis for more information.

Winter recreation

There are winter recreation opportunities available in the park. Snowmobiling is allowed on Atlin Lake within the park. Beyond Atlin Lake, snowmobile use is prohibited and considered to be an offence under the Park, Conservancy and Recreation Area Regulation. Generally, the activity of snowmobiling is prohibited in most provincial parks.