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Backcountry camping

There is backcountry camping available at Falls Lake, approximately a 2km hike. It is a small, rustic campground with no facilities provided. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics; pack it in, pack it out.

Winter camping

Winter camping is allowed but please be aware of the extreme winter conditions that can occur at this Recreation Area. Backcountry skiing and snowshoeing opportunities exist. No facilities are provided. Winter camping has traditionally been occurring at or near Falls Lake.

Be properly equipped with, and experienced in the use of, avalanche safety gear if venturing into avalanche terrain. Coastal winter weather can change rapidly, affecting visibility and travel conditions. Be aware and prepared. Please practice “ Leave No Trace” camping ethics.

Pit or flush toilets

Pit and flush toilets are located throughout the park. Flush toilets are located at the toll booths and Zopkios Ridge Highways Rest Stop (Managed and Maintained by the Ministry of Transportation and Highways).

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Hiking

The Falls Lake Trail parking lot is located approximately 1km west of Hwy 5 from the Falls Lake Turn off. The trail is 1.5km in length and offers a scenic view of the lake where visitors can fish for small rainbow trout.

Fishing

There is fishing at Falls Lake for rainbow trout. Falls Lake has a surface area of 25.6 hectares and an average depth of 10 metres. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Pets on leash

Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.

E-Biking

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

Horseback riding

Some horse riding occurs on existing gravel roads and pipeline right of ways.

Hunting

This park is open to hunting. All applicable hunting licenses are required. However, there is no park specific hunting permit needed.

Winter recreation

Backcountry skiing and snowshoeing occurs in much of the recreation area. Heavy annual snowfall occurs. Please be safe!

Winter camping is allowed but please be aware of the extreme winter conditions that can occur. No facilities are provided. Please utilize fuel stoves only as campfires are not permitted. Winter camping has traditionally been occurring at or near Falls Lake. Please practice “ Leave No Trace” camping ethics.

Be properly equipped with, and experienced in the use of, avalanche safety gear if venturing into avalanche terrain. Coastal winter weather can change rapidly, affecting visibility and travel conditions. Be aware and prepared.