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Nature buffs and camping fans are well served in Greenwood with two provincial parks – Boundary Creek and Jewel Lake – within 14km/9mi of the village centre.
Boundary Creek Provincial Park
Right on Greenwood's doorstep, Boundary Creek Provincial Park is just 4km/2.5mi southwest of the village centre. It is quite conveniently located for cyclists, a little more than 1km/0.6mi from the Trans Canada Trail.
Camping
Camping at Boundary Creek Provincial Park is suitable for tents, campers and small RVs. Most of the 18 sites are situated along Boundary Creek, shaded by pine, spruce, fir and cottonwood trees with good separation and shrub screening for privacy.
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Fishing
Boundary Creek is a good bet for trout fishing.
Jewel Lake Provincial Park
Winter and summer, Jewel Lake Provincial Park is very popular with locals. It is easily accessible 14km/9mi northeast of Greenwood.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Jewel Lake is 3km/1.9mi long with a 10hp motor restriction, making this an excellent venue for canoeing and kayaking. Car-top boat launching facilities are available.
Fishing
Fly fishers cast a line or troll for trout. The lake is stocked with both brook and rainbow. Boat rentals are available at Jewel Lake Lodge at the south end of the lake. In winter, bundle up and try the ice fishing.
Camping
Campers looking for some privacy will like these 26 vehicle accessible campsites, well screened from neighbours in the heavily wooded park.
Swimming
The sand and grass beach is also secluded, a short walk through the forest from the campground and day-use picnic areas. The swimming area is not marked.
Trails – Hiking and Cross-Country Skiing
Jewel Lake Provincial Park offers three trail loops on the south and west sides of the lake. The Blue Heron (2.5km/1.6mi) and Roderick Dhu (5.8km/3.6mi) take in forest and small marshy areas, while the Eholt Trail skirts a large grassy meadow. The trails are generally level with some hills. A steep linear trail at the north end of the Roderick Dhu Trail leads to an abandoned mine. Exercise caution as there are no safety barriers.
Practical Points
- The Monashee Mountains are habitat for both grizzly and black bears.
- Black bears are not uncommon even at lower elevations and definitely on the sub-alpine slopes where they feed in summer.
- When hiking in bear country, carry bear spray, make enough noise to announce your presence and be aware.
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20 Km Northeast Of Grand Forks
Grand Forks, British Columbia
V0H 1H0
Websitehttp://www.bcparks.ca
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Phone800-663-7867
The Monashee Mountains surround the warm Christina Lake at the park & is a perfect backdrop for a variety of water-oriented recreational activities. Along with these water activities, there is hiking, fishing & horseback riding to enjoy the area.
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