Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park Park

Popular BC park known for trout fishing lakes

A small provincial park near Kamloops, Lac Le Jeune is known for trout fishing, lakeside camping and walking trails through dry interior forest.

Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park at a Glance#

Address: Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park, near Merritt/Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

Website: https://bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/lac_le_jeune/

Hours: Open daily (facility hours vary seasonally)

Admission: Day-use fees and campsite fees may apply; check BC Parks for current rates

About Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park#

Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park is a small provincial park in south-central British Columbia that protects Lac Le Jeune and its immediate shoreline and forest. The park is known for lake-based recreation and short walking trails.

The main attractions are a stocked shallow lake used for trout fishing, a waterside day-use area and a campground that serves family visitors and anglers. There are short trails and viewpoints around the lake and places for picnicking and birdwatching.

The park was established and is managed by BC Parks to conserve the lake and surrounding forest while providing local outdoor recreation. Facilities have been developed to support camping, angling and day visits.

The park sits in the Interior Plateau region of British Columbia, within driving distance of Kamloops and accessible from regional highways; it serves as a roadside recreational stop between nearby population centres.

  • Location and scale: Located close to Kamloops, the park is a small, lake-centered provincial park popular for day use and family camping.
  • Activities: The lake supports trout fishing and has a designated day-use area and campground with boat access for anglers and paddlers.

How to Get to Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park#

Located between Merritt and Kamloops, Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park is accessed from Highway 5 (Coquihalla) and local signage off the main route. The park is approximately 45 minutes from Kamloops and about 30 minutes from Merritt.

Tips for Visiting Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park#

  • The park is small-arrive early for a picnic spot at the popular lakeside area.
  • Lac Le Jeune is known for trout fishing-an angling permit and local regulations apply.
  • Combine a visit with the nearby communities of Kamloops or Merritt for services and accommodation.

Best Time to Visit Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park#

Summer is peak season for lakeside activities; shoulder seasons are quieter but cooler.

Summer
June-September · 10-28°C
Ideal for camping, fishing and swimming; warm days and cool evenings.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, October · 0-15°C
Fewer crowds and crisp days; some services may be limited.

Weather & Climate near Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park#

Climate

Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 21°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -12° - -3° -11° 39 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
February - -9° - 1° -8° 25 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
March - -7° - 4° -5° 28 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
April - -3° - 9° 0° 30 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
May - 1° - 14° 6° 45 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
June - 5° - 18° 11° 58 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
July - 7° - 21° 14° 48 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
August - 7° - 21° 14° 38 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
September - 3° - 17° 9° 34 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
October - -1° - 10° 2° 33 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
November - -7° - 2° -6° 45 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
December - -11° - -3° -11° 48 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -