Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park
Park Mountain lake park popular for hiking and boating
Mountain lake park in British Columbia offering camping, canoeing, trout fishing and trails into subalpine meadows; popular with paddlers and backcountry campers.
How to Get to Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park #
Birkenhead Lake is north of Pemberton and typically accessed via BC Highway 99 with a turn onto logging and access roads; a vehicle with moderate clearance is recommended. From Vancouver the drive can take several hours; consult local park maps and road advisories before heading out.
Tips for Visiting Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park #
- Book campsites in advance during summer - the lake is a popular destination for boaters and campers.
- Bring a paddle; the lake is large, calm, and ideal for canoeing and fishing.
- Expect bugs near the water in summer; insect repellent is recommended.
Best Time to Visit Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park #
Summer is best for water activities and camping; shoulder seasons are quieter for walking and birdwatching.
Weather & Climate near Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park #
Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park's climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Summer) - Subarctic (Dry Summer) climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (806 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. The wettest month with 100 mm of rain.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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