Monashee Provincial Park

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Monashee Provincial Park
IUCN category II (national park)
Lake with a tree-covered shore on the far side of the lake and a mountain in the distance
Panoramic view
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
LocationBritish Columbia, Canada
Nearest cityRevelstoke
Coordinates50°32′29″N 118°16′00″W / 50.54139°N 118.26667°W / 50.54139; -118.26667
Area227.39 km2 (87.80 sq mi)
EstablishedMay 1, 1962 (1962-05-01)
Governing bodyBC Parks

Monashee Provincial Park is a provincial park located just outside of Cherryville, British Columbia, Canada. It is located in the central Monashee Mountains between the Arrow Lakes and the upper Shuswap River drainage, just east of . It is a remote grizzly habitat that is a walk-in only. is the highest peak in the area and can be hiked in a day. In addition to hiking and alpinism other activities include fishing.

References[]

  • BC Parks webpage
  • "Monashee Park". BC Geographical Names.

Coordinates: 50°31′00″N 118°15′00″W / 50.51667°N 118.25000°W / 50.51667; -118.25000


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