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Advisories
Special notes
- You are strongly advised to make a reservation well in advance of any stay at this park planned for July, August, or September. The park is usually full even on weekdays, with little turnover of campsites in the morning. On some particularly warm weekends, the parking lots may fill up and additional visitors will not be able to drive into the park.
- The park has access to many mountain bike trails outside of the park. Please obey all signs while riding.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times and they are not allowed on the Alice Lake Trail, beaches, the playground, or in picnic areas.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am. Music, generators, and other sources of noise must be shut off completely between these hours.
- Generator use is only allowed from 9am to 11am and from 6pm to 8pm. View the generator policy.
- There are 55 vehicle-accessible campsites and one group camping area with electrical hook-ups. There is an extra $8 per night fee for using a site with electrical hook-up.
- The closest store is located six kilometres away in Brackendale.
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
- Alice Lake Brochure [PDF] (April 26, 2018)
- Park map [PDF] (March 7, 2025)
- Campground map [PDF]
The maps provided on this page are for information only. They may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
Getting there
Alice Lake Park is situated off Highway 99, approximately 13km north of Squamish and 71km north of the Lions Gate Bridge in North Vancouver.
Things to do
Trails in this park include The Four Lakes Trail, Mike’s Loop, Stump Lake Loop Trail, Alice Lake Loop Trail, Swamp Lantern Interpretive Loop Trail, Bob MacIntosh Memorial Trail, Jacks Trail, DeBeck’s Hill Trail, Tracks from Hell Trail, and trails to the Lower Alice Ridge. The last five trails head out of the park. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Taking shortcuts destroys plant life and soil structure.
For more information see Alice Lake Park: Hiking.
There are two sandy beach areas with change houses. The water is usually warm in the summer months. Swimming areas are marked by floats and a floating dock is available at South Beach, a short walk from the campground.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
Canoes and kayaks are allowed on the lake. There are paddle sport services available during the summer months. Visit the park operator’s website for information and rates. Motorized boats are not permitted.
Fishing opportunities are available in all four lakes, for rainbow trout, Dolly Varden, and some cutthroat. Fishing is prohibited in the designated swim areas as marked by the swim lines.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
Find fun summer outdoor learning experiences with Discover Parks Ambassadors here all summer long. For specific dates, along with many more seasonal and year-round activities, visit discoverparks.ca.
The Freshwater Fisheries Society has a fun, hands-on, Learn to Fish Program that teaches basic angling skills to youth under 16 years of age. Ask the park operator for information.
Domestic animals are allowed in the campground but not at the day-use area, picnic areas, beaches, or park buildings.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Owners are responsible for their dogs' behaviour and must dispose of excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for pets due to the presence of bears and other wildlife.
Mountain biking is permitted on certain trails and park roadways. See the park map [PDF] for details. Refer to guidebooks for information about the extensive mountain bike trails in the Squamish area.
The section of Four Lakes Trail between Edith Lake and Alice Lake (South Beach) and the trail around Alice Lake are permanently closed to cycling. The remainder of Four Lakes Trail is closed to cycling between May 1 and September 15.
For details on e-biking within Alice Lake Park, see the e-biking section.
Bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are permitted on signed or designated trails within Alice Lake Park, provided they meet the definitions and criteria outlined in our e-bike rules.
About this park
Alice Lake, was named for the wife of Charles Rose, who settled in the district in about 1888. It was a popular recreation spot for local residents even before the park was established in 1956.
Small mammals, such as squirrels, chipmunks, and raccoons, and birds, such as stellar’s jays, crows, and osprey, can often be seen.
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.
Contact
| Reservations, changes, and cancellations | Our call centre is open from 7 am to 7 pm Pacific Time. There is a $5 fee for reservations, changes, or cancellations made by phone.
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| Campgrounds and day-use areas | This park is operated by Sea to Sky Park Services Ltd. |
| Trail maintenance | Trails are maintained in partnership with the Squamish Off-Road Cycling Association. |
| General questions and feedback for BC Parks | We answer emails weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time. |
