| Mahood Lake, Off the Beaten Path |
Campsites: 32 Facilities: running filtered water, Boat Launch, Playground, Beach, Swimming area. Average use: 10 units May, June, and September, 18 July and August. What to see: Canim Falls, Whale Lake, Deception Falls, Sylvia Falls, Fishing. |
| Mahood Lake Information and Reservation Line 250-393-2201 Book the Lakeside Group Site now! (off season-250-674-2194) |
CELLPHONES DON'T WORK. The nearest pay phone is back down the road about 10 Km's away, ask park staff for directions. Local information Radio is CHNL at 610AM, but the signal is weak. You can also try CKBX at 860AM. Mahood Lake offers a family friendly camping experience, with picnic tables and fire rings at every campsite, as well as Outhouses, clean running water and other facilities. It has a large mowed field, a beach with swimming area, and a large Playground. Campsites are Patrolled and Maintained daily. The nearest Stores, Gas, and other services are at Forest Grove and 100 Mile House, though a local store is sometimes open, ask PFO staff for info. |
How big is the park? Its part of Wells Gray, which is over 2000 square miles. What is the elevation(how high above sea level are we)? Mahood Lake itself is 630m, or about 2070 feet. Were can I see a bear? Mahood Lake is in prime Black Bear country. Visitors quite often see bears, deer and other animals on their long drive to the campground. Bears inside the park are less common, due to all the people around. Where can I see a Moose? Though a common animal, Moose are a rare sight in the park. The road between 100 Mile or Interlakes and the Park Entrance provides the most moose sightings. Are there any stores/gas stations in the park? No. Forest Grove has the nearest amenities. Nearest Phones? Ask our staff, it varies day to day Will cell phones work in the park? No. Are there hook-ups in the park (water and electricity for motor homes)? No. Showers? Not at this time. Sani stations for dumping septic tanks/ gray water? The nearest one is in 100 Mile House. Running water? Yes. Where can I get firewood? Firewood can be purchased from park staff at a cost of $5 per bin (approx. 2 cubic feet).Staff will be selling wood during evening collection shifts, usually between 5-30 and 10 pm. If you wish to purchase firewood during the day, contact park staff at the service yard. Burn only firewood you have brought with you or that you purchase from Park Staff. Removing trees and branches from the forest floor is a violation of the Park Act and will result in a fine. Are dogs allowed in the park? Yes dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. Other things banned from the park include but are not limited to: Personal water Craft -IE Jet skis, Sea-doo’s Unlicensed/uninsured motorbikes-ie Quads, dirt bikes, ATV’s Horses without a permit. Can I camp on the lake? There are some non maintained campsites at the other end of the lake that can only be reached by boat. How much does it cost to stay in the park? All drive in campsites are basically $15 dollars per night, per vehicle(see registration sign for details.) Nonpayment of fees is grounds for eviction or fines under the park act. Can I pay with my Credit Card or Debit Card? No. Cash or Travelers Cheque are the only acceptable forms of payment. Personal cheques are not accepted! What’s a good short hike I can take (2 hours or less)? Canim Falls is a spectacular short hike. Deception Falls- one of the shorter hikes, and very easy What’s a good medium hike I can take (1-3 hours)? Whale Lake- it has a beaver dam at one end, and trout. |
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Mahood Lake Provincial Park What you need to know: Mahood Lake Park can be reached by several different routes, the most common one being from 100 Mile House via Forest Grove and the South Canim Lake Road. It's an 88 KM drive mostly on pavement. You can also access the park off Highway 24 near Interlakes Corner, just follow the signs, the distance is roughly the same. A third route can be taken from Clearwater on Road 2, but as part of this route passes through private property, access may be restricted. Unofficially, Camping Fees are currently 14 dollars per vehicle per night, but all sorts of conditions apply( BC Seniors rates, second vehicles), so see the signs at the park for exact details on what you're required to pay. Firewood is for sale, 2005 rate is 5 dollars per large tub. A group campsite for reunions and large gatherings is under development, e-mail us for details on availability. |
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| Useful tip 1 Go fishing! Mahood Lake has one of Wells Grays' more diverse fish populations, with Rainbow and Lake Trout, Burbot and Kokanee. Remember to check your fishing regs for all the rules. |
| Mosquito Magnet Mosquito control system now in use! |
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