Bridge Lake Provincial Park
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A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
Bridge Lake Park is made up of two land parcels. The developed parcel is a popular, small campground located on the south end of Bridge Lake near the community of the same name. A short walking trail skirts the lakeshore. Rainbow, lake trout and burbot are eagerly sought by anglers.
Park Size: 11 hectares
Special Notes:
- The nearest public telephone is at Sheridan Lake Store.
- Please help to prevent the spread of Eurasian Water Milfoil by removing all weeds from your boat and motor before launching and after removing it from the lake.
| Campground Hours of Operation
All dates are subject to change without notice |
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| Opening and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible but may not offer full services such as water, security, etc.) |
June 15 - September 15 (Gate is closed during the off-season) |
| Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: | June 15 – September 15 |
| Campground Reservable Dates: | Not applicable |
| Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: | 13 vehicle and 3 walk-in sites |
| Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
Not applicable |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. | |
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Location
At the south end of Bridge Lake, 51 km east of 100 Mile House; watch for signs along Hwy #24. The nearest communities, towns and cities are 100 Mile House, Sheridan Lake and Little Fort.
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Nature & Culture
- History - Bridge Lake was established March 16, 1956 as a Class 'A' park. Bridge Lake Centennial park was established as a Class 'C' park on July 23, 1958. This park was reclassified as a Class 'A' park in 2003 and added to Bridge Lake park as a second parcel.
- Wildlife - Fish species in Bridge Lake include rainbow, lake trout, and burbot.
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Management Planning
Management Planning Information
- The Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan for this park is now available in pdf format.
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Activities Available At This Park
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Canoeing | |
Bridge Lake is popular with canoeists and kayakers.
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Cycling | |
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
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Fishing | |
Bridge Lake contains rainbow, lake trout and burbot. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
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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.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
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Swimming | |
There is no roped off area for swimming at this park and there are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
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Waterskiing | |
People can enjoy waterskiing on Bridge Lake and a boat launch is available in the park.
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Facilities Available At This Park
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Boat Launch | |
A paved single-boat launch is provided in the day-use area down at the lake. There is a small parking area for vehicles/boat trailers.
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Campfires | |
While 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. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. 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.
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Drinking Water | |
There is one hand pump available for drinking water.
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Picnic Areas | |
This park has a day-use/picnic area with picnic tables, a pit toilet and a parking area.
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Pit or Flush Toilets | |
There are only pit toilets located throughout the campground and day-use area.
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Vehicle Accessible Camping | |
This park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis - campsite reservations are not accepted. There are 13 drive in sites, 1 of which is a double site, and 3 walk in tent areas. The camp sites are settled amongst trees and parking is available for extra vehicles in the parking lot. If staff are not around when you arrive at the campground, choose your site and pay later. Staff will be at the campground at least once a day during the camping season. The closest store and payphone are located at the Sheridan Lake Store.
Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night
BC Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only):
$7.50 per senior's couple/night
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