Park overview
Whiskers Point Park supplies a welcome stop-over point as well as a relaxing destination for an extended family retreat. This park features a beautiful sandy beach, representation of the wet, cool sub boreal spruce forest.
Lakeside camping is at its best in this quiet, forested park situated on a peninsula reaching into historic McLeod Lake, creating seclusion and a sheltered southern exposure. Campers marvel at the magnificent sunsets over the lake.
There is ample opportunity to swim, fish or take a stroll through the woods. A playing field, horseshoe pits, adventure playground and volleyball net provide something for every member of the family.
Advisories
Dates of operation
The park is open May 15, 2024 to September 10, 2024
- Facility type
- Frontcountry camping
- Main operating season
- 2024: May 15 to September 10
- Winter season
- Not known
- Booking required
- 2024: May 17 to September 6
- Service note
- Weather permitting.
Safety info
- For safety reasons, firearms are not permitted in the park. Whiskers Point Park is closed to hunting.
- Boaters are cautioned to keep a close eye on the weather, as McLeod Lake is subject to sudden, heavy winds which can transform the lake surface into dangerous whitecaps. When proceeding along the lake, watch for periodic shallow spots.
Special notes
- Although Whiskers Point no longer has a sani-station, there are sani-stations available at Crooked River and Carp Lake parks.
Camping
Campsite reservations are accepted at this park and first come, first served sites are also available.
All campsite reservations must be made through the BC Parks reservations system. When reservations are not available all campsites function as first come, first served.
The campground on this sandy point features 59 private sites suitable for all sizes of recreational vehicles. Each site contains a picnic table and a firepit. Some of the sites have tent pads. Flush toilets, running water and wood are conveniently located nearby. Campsite reservations are accepted and first come, first served campsites are also available.
| Vehicle-accessible camping fee | $22 per party per night |
| BC seniors’ rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only) | $11 per senior party per night |
For information on the BC seniors’ rate, see the camping fees page.
Facilities
Accessibility information is available for this park.
There is an adventure playground with accessible features in the picnic and day-use area.
Campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead.
Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park.
To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
Campfire bans may be in place. Before lighting a fire, check for bans or restrictions on BC Wildfire Service and on local or Indigenous government websites.
Activities
For swimmers and sunbathers, the sheltered sandy beach is perfect for tranquil outdoor relation. Nearby change house, picnic tables and fire pits make it easy to spend a full day enjoying this natural playground.
Safe swimming practices are a must! Visitors are encouraged to remain within the designated area. An abrupt drop-off is marked with floats.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
McLeod Lake provides angling for Dolly Varden and rainbow trout.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
The open water areas are good for waterfowl viewing and a wintering ground for trumpeter swans. Squirrels, coyote and black bear are among the forest residents. Many species of birds frequent the park, including bald eagles, ospreys, tanagers and chickadees.
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.
This park is only open for hunting in the south-east addition. Anyone hunting in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Check the BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for seasons and closures.
Located 130 km north of Prince George on Highway 97. Communities close to this park include Mackenzie, Mcleod Lake, Bear Lake and Prince George.
Park and activity maps
Learn more about this park
Park details
- Date established: March 16, 1956
- Size: 116 hectares
Park contact
This park proudly operated by:
Quartz Contracting
northquartz@aol.com
250 964-3489
Nature and culture
History
This area was once admired by the famous explorer Simon Fraser who established Fort McLeod on behalf of the Northwest Trading Company in 1805. Fort McLeod, just 10 km north of Whiskers Point, was the first trading post west of the Rocky Mountains.
Conservation
The campground area and day-use areas have been built on the gravel, sand and soil delta deposited over many hundreds of years by Whiskers Creek. The rich delta soils support lush spruce and cottonwood forests. Able to hold abundant water, these fertile soils give rise to the diverse array of plant life found throughout the park and surrounding area.
Wildlife
Squirrels, coyote and black bear are among the forest residents. Many species of birds frequent the park, including bald eagles, ospreys, tanagers and chickadees.
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.