Greenstone Mountain Park was created as a result of recommendations made in the Kamloops Land and Resources Management Plan. Hiking and nature study opportunities exist in the park, though no camping or day-use facilities are provided.
The mountain top, accessible by road, offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, lakes and dry valley environments of the Thompson Valley. This park displays a series of high elevation grasslands and includes the most northerly occurrence of Vasey’s big sagebrush. In 1998, Greenstone Mountain had a major forest fire which burned only marginally into the northeast section of the park.
The park encompasses Kwilalkuila Lake. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Backcountry areas are rarely suited for dogs due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears. Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times.
This area is very popular for mountain biking. Trails can be very steep and rocky. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Greenstone Mountain 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.
The park is located approximately 20 km southwest of Kamloops. Access is off Highway # 1 near Cherry Cr. via Greenstone Mountain Forest Service Road, or off of the Logan Lake (Meadow Creek) Road via the Dominic Forest Service Rd., then a service road for the communications tower.
History
Greenstone Mt. was designated a Provincial Park in May 1996 through the Kamloops LRMP.
Conservation
Within the park, high elevation grasslands are in excellent condition. At 1,793 meters this is one of the highest elevations which Vasey’s big sagebrush has been discovered growing. Blue-bunch wheatgrass and various forbs are bordered by a mix of lodgepole pine, Douglas fir, aspen and spruce. The talus and cliff faces add to the diversity of the local habitat.
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.