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Ethel F. Wilson Memorial Provincial Park
About This Park
Please note: This park is cooperatively managed by a community, society or other partner. Services may differ from those offered in other BC Parks.
Established Date: May 2, 1953
Park Size: 33 hectares
Location and Maps
Please note: Any maps listed are for information only – they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
This park is located 24 km north of Burns Lake. Follow Babine Lake Road north of Burns Lake for 20 km. Turn left onto the Augier FSR and follow this for 5 km where the park is immediately adjacent to the road.
Nature and Culture
- History: Ethel F. Wilson Memorial Provincial Park is dedicated to Ethel F. Wilson who unstintingly gave time and energy for the benefit of others, especially the young people of Burns Lake District, where she resided from 1930 until her death June 14, 1952.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Management Planning
- Management Planning Information
- Approved Ethel F Wilson Memorial Provincial Park Management Direction Statement
[PDF 148.44KB].
Because of the large size of the maps, they have been listed separately.- Context Map [PDF 655.22KB]
- Park Map [PDF 213.65KB]
- Zoning Map [PDF 390.92KB]
Activities Available at this Park
Canoeing
There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities on Pinkut Lake.
Cycling
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British
Columbia.
Fishing
Rainbow trout fishing is a popular activity. Pinkut Lake is also well-suited
to paddling small boats, and has a fish hatchery located at the south
end. 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.
Swimming
There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Facilities Available at this Park
Picnic Areas
This park has a day-use area.
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park only has a pit toilet, no flush toilets.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
There are 5 drive in campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no fee for camping.
