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Sherbrooke Lakes Provincial Park adventures

Sherbrooke Lakes Provincial Park Adventures

Sherbrooke Lakes Provincial Park offers pristine alpine lakes surrounded by rugged mountainous terrain, providing excellent opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing in southeastern British Columbia.

2,214
Acres Protected
15
Miles of Trails
Approx. 8,000
Annual Visitors
1999
Year Established

About Sherbrooke Lakes Provincial Park

 

Sherbrooke Lakes Provincial Park is located in British Columbia's East Kootenay region, near the Alberta border. This remote park is characterized by its network of clear, mountain-fed lakes including Sherbrooke Lake and Hidden Lake, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. The park spans a diverse ecological zone featuring subalpine and alpine environments, dense coniferous forests, and open meadows that support a variety of wildlife such as mountain goats, deer, bears, and numerous bird species. The area's history includes use by Indigenous peoples and later by European settlers and miners, although today it remains primarily focused on preservation and outdoor recreation. Visitors come here for its tranquility and natural beauty, enjoying a range of activities such as backcountry hiking along well-maintained trails, fishing in cold-clear lakes stocked with trout, camping at designated sites, and paddling on placid waters. Notable landmarks include scenic viewpoints overlooking the lakes and the rugged mountain ridges. The park also serves as an excellent access point for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter months. Its relatively undisturbed wilderness makes it a popular retreat for visitors seeking solitude and a connection with nature.

Highlights

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Sherbrooke Lake – a pristine alpine lake ideal for fishing and canoeing

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The Backcountry hiking trail network linking Sherbrooke and Hidden Lakes

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Wildlife viewing opportunities including mountain goats and eagles

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Remote campsites offering solitude away from crowded areas

Notable Natural Features

Sherbrooke Lake

A striking clearwater alpine lake offering fishing and canoeing with panoramic mountain views.

Hidden Lake

A quieter, more secluded lake popular for backcountry fishing and as a peaceful camping spot.

Sherbrooke Creek Trail

A scenic trail following Sherbrooke Creek, connecting the main lakes and providing wildlife viewing opportunities.