Chasm Provincial Park
Park Provincial park featuring deep river chasm and trails
Along the Yellowhead corridor in British Columbia, Chasm Provincial Park features a deep gorge carved in glacial and river rock, short walking trails and viewpoints used by hikers and photographers.
How to Get to Chasm Provincial Park #
Chasm Provincial Park is accessed via regional roads on Vancouver Island/British Columbia-confirm exact park location on provincial maps as several ‘chasm’ sites exist. Local signage from the nearest highways will guide final approach.
Tips for Visiting Chasm Provincial Park #
- The Chasm (if visiting the canyon viewpoint south of Lillooet) is best seen in late spring when river levels are high.
- Bring binoculars-the river and canyon are good for spotting rapids and birds of prey.
- Road access can be seasonal and rough in spots-confirm conditions with BC Parks.
Best Time to Visit Chasm Provincial Park #
Late spring through early autumn is the most practical time to visit when roads and trails are open and conditions are mild.
Weather & Climate near Chasm Provincial Park #
Chasm Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 54 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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