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Call Lake Park

Advisories

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Hiking

This park has hiking and/or walking trails. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.

There are two trails in Call Lake Provincial Park:

  • The first trail is accessed from the end of VanGaalen Road. This 700m long trail follows a ridge with some nice views of the Bulkley Valley before dropping down to Call Lake.
  • The second trail is accessed from the end of Mountainview Road and is a great hiking and biking trail. This 3km/5km stacked loop trail extends beyond the park boundary but is signed outside the park. The upper part of the trail follows a ridge and provides great views of the Bulkley Valley and Hudson Bay Mountain, while the lower part of the trail parallels the shore of Call Lake. It is approximately 700m from the parking lot to the lake via the lower trail.

Please close all gates when entering or leaving the park.

Canoeing
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park. Both trails can be used to carry a boat into the lake. All boats must be removed from the park following use.
Fishing

Call Lake is stocked with brook trout and ice fishing is available during the winter season. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Wildlife viewing
Due to the varied terrain within Call Lake Park, it is a great location for viewing birds, including waterfowl near the lake itself.
Pets on leash
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times. 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.
Cycling

Bicycling is permitted on established park trails only. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

For details on e-biking within Call Lake Provincial Park, see the e-biking section.

e-Biking

Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are permitted on signed or designated trails within Call Lake Provincial Park, provided they meet the definitions and criteria for e-bike use as outlined in the BC Parks cycling guidelines.

Horseback riding
Horses and/or horseback riding are permitted.
Winter recreation

Hiking trails from VanGaalen and Mountainview Roads lead visitors to Call Lake and can be used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

There are also opportunities for ice-skating on Call Lake.

Snowmobiling is allowed along trails within the park and on Call Lake. However, the adjacent Wildlife Habitat Management Area is non-motorized, so snowmobilers must be aware of the park boundary. Within the park, snowmobilers are asked to limit their speed and stay off the outer 20m of the lake to allow room for skiers and snowshoers.

Call Lake is stocked with brook trout and ice fishing is available during the winter season. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.