Only experienced and equipped mountaineers should attempt mountain climbing or venture out onto glaciers and snow fields
Camping Ethics Wilderness campsites with a pit toilet are provided at Upper Joffre Lake. Camp only in designated area. Campfires are not permitted in the park. Carry a portable stove for cooking. Water from lakes, streams and creeks should be boiled for at least two minutes. Do not use soap or detergents in lakes or creeks to prevent contamination. Wash 30 metres away from any water source. Keep a clean campsite and pack out what you pack in. Cook and store food 100 metres from your campsite. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in provincial parks, except in your campsite. Pets should not be taken into this wilderness area. They must be kept on a leash and under control at all times.
Safety Joffre Lakes is a wilderness area. Be prepared for suddenchanges in the weather. Carry sufficient food and water and be informed before entering the backcountry. Trails in the park are rough and very steep. Alpine areas are very fragile. Take care when hiking and stay on the marked trails. Only experienced and equipped mountaineers should attempt mountain climbing or venture out onto glaciers and snow fields. Leave a trip plan, including route to be taken, destination and expected time of return, with a reliable contact. A pay telephone is located at Mount Currie, 22 kilometres west on Duffey Lake Road. Cell phone range begins at Lillooet Lake.
Joffre Lakes P R O V I N C I A L
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Things to Do A steep trail leads from Lower Joffre Lake to Middle and Upper Joffre lakes. Views of the surrounding mountain peaks and icefields can be enjoyed along the length ofthe trail. Camping is permitted at Upper Joffre Lake, 5.5 kilometres from the parking lot. The icefalls of Matier Glacier, Mount Matier and Mount Joffre tower above the turquoise waters of the lake. Wildlife viewing and photography are rewarding activities in Joffre Lakes Provincial Park. View or photograph from a distance. Use binoculars and telephoto lenses. Respect the needs of wildlife. A valid freshwater angling licence must be obtained before fishing in the lakes.
View from Lower Joffre Lake
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elcome. Joffre Lakes Provincial Park protects 1,460 hectares of mountain wilderness in the transition between the coast mountains and the dry interior of the province.This magnificent area of jagged peaks, icefields,cold rushing streams and turquoise blue lakes was established as a recreation area in 1988 and became a Class A park in 1996. Steeply rising from Lower Joffre Lake, the glacier-laden peaks are visible from an easily accessible viewpoint 500 metres from the parking lot. Evidence of the park’s glacial history can be found in the U-shaped valleys, glacial silts and lateral moraines. Floral displays are spectacular for brief periods in the summer months and opportunities for photography abound.
Help Protect Our Environment Trees, shrubs and plants are part of the park’s natural heritage. Thin soils on bedrock and tiny alpine plants are very easily damaged by hiking boots. Stay on thetrails and leave everything as you find it. Mule deer and coastal blacktailed deer, black bears and mountain goats make their homes in and around the park. Pikas and hoary marmots may also be seen. Be careful when viewing wildlife. Keep a safe distance and do not feed any animals.
For More Information BC Parks http://www.bcparks.ca
Nearby Services Mount Currie and Pemberton offer a range of services and shopping opportunities.
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