Gwillim Lake Provincial Park

Park British Columbia park surrounding recreational Gwillim Lake

In northeastern British Columbia, the park centers on Gwillim Lake with campsites, boat launches and shoreline trails; activities include fishing, canoeing and rustic camping.

Gwillim Lake Provincial Park
Gwillim Lake Provincial Park, British Columbia (Northeast of Prince George area)
55.3499, -121.2862

How to Get to Gwillim Lake Provincial Park #

Gwillim Lake Provincial Park is north of Prince George in central British Columbia. Access is typically via provincial highways and forest service roads; a vehicle with good clearance is useful. Plan for long drives from major centers; check seasonal road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Gwillim Lake Provincial Park #

  • Check trail conditions and bring a topo map-some backcountry trails can be remote and cross rivers.
  • If fishing, check provincial regulations and seasonal limits; licenses are required.
  • Plan for insect protection in summer-mosquitoes can be heavy in lake-edge forests.

Best Time to Visit Gwillim Lake Provincial Park #

Summer provides the most accessible and pleasant conditions; shoulder seasons are quieter but more variable.

Summer
June-August · 55-75°F (13-24°C)
Best for canoeing, fishing and camping; longer daylight and warmer waters.
Spring/Autumn
May & September-October · 35-60°F (2-15°C)
Quieter shoulder seasons with cooler temperatures-good for anglers.
Winter
November-March · -20 to 25°F (-29 to -4°C)
Snow and ice present-access limited and conditions rigorous.

Weather & Climate near Gwillim Lake Provincial Park #

Climate

Gwillim Lake Provincial Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (537 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-14° -5°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-13° -2°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 25 mm.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain.

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-12° -3°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

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