Eneas Lakes Park | BC Parks

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Park overview

Eneas Lakes Provincial Park encompasses the Thompson Plateau landscape and the Southern Thompson Uplands. It features four beautiful lakes in a pristine fir and pine forest setting. Off the beaten track, this picturesque setting with primitive camping attracts enthusiasts who enjoy a wilderness experience with good fishing, canoeing, wildlife viewing, snowmobiling and hiking opportunities. The park is very rustic and has an undeveloped campground with limited facilities.

Advisories

Safety info

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Camping

Cabins and huts

There are two cabins located on the north end of Tuch Lake that are open to the public. These cabins are part of the Eneas Lake circuit and frequented by hunters on a regular basis. The cabins are accessible by 4x4 vehicle only; very rough road.

Vehicle-accessible camping

This park has four level undeveloped campgrounds which offer vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis; campsite reservations are not accepted. There are no services provided and campers should be self-sufficient. Note: limited vehicle use; only 4x4 vehicles can access, as road has been deactivated. The park and camping areas are open all year if accessible.

Wilderness camping

Wilderness camping is allowed; no facilities are provided.

Facilities

Campfires

There are no regular fire pits in this park. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking. Eneas Lakes is like a forestry site with no facilities. Fire bans are common in this park and the Penticton Forest District is responsible for advising the status of fire bans.

Activities

Hiking

There are hiking areas in the park but trails have not been developed and signs are not posted. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure. This is a backcountry area - please use caution.

Canoeing

There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park.

Fishing

The lakes are known for their numerous small rainbow trout. There is a spring closure on Eneas Creek. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Pets on leash

Pets/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 wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.

Cycling

Mountain biking is permitted. Cycling is very difficult due to the road access; trails are not very bike friendly. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Eneas Lakes Provincial Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.

Horseback riding

Horseback riding is permitted.

Maps and location

View a more detailed map.

Limited road access – 20 km of rough gravel road along the Munro Lake Forest Service Road west of Peachland. Four-wheel drive vehicles recommended; 4 km further northwest of Darke Lake Provincial Park. Please note the logging road going into Eneas Lake is not maintained; very rugged terrain. The closest communities, towns and cities are Summerland and Peachland.

Learn more about this park

Park details

Date established: May 21, 1968
Size: 1036 hectares

Nature and culture

History - The park was created in 1956 and established in 1968.
Conservation - The park features a unique lake complex consisting of Big and Little Eneas Lakes, Island Lake and Tsuh Lake. When water levels are high, Big Eneas and Little Eneas form one a single 25ha lake. Island Lake is accessible only by boat or foot and has no development along its heavily forested shores. The park also encompasses the upper drainages of the lakes. The pristine fir and pine forest is habitat for the red listed Northern goshawk.
General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples

BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.