Monashee Provincial Park

Monashee Provincial Park is a provincial park located just outside of Cherryville, British Columbia, Canada. It is located in the central Monashee Mountains between the Arrow Lakes and the upper Shuswap River drainage, just east of Sugar Lake. It is a remote grizzly habitat that is a walk-in only. Mount Fosthall is the highest peak in the area and can be hiked in a day. In addition to hiking and alpinism other activities include fishing.

Monashee Provincial Park
Lake with a tree-covered shore on the far side of the lake and a mountain in the distance
Panoramic view
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
LocationBritish Columbia, Canada
Nearest cityRevelstoke
Coordinates50°32′29″N 118°16′00″W
Area227.39 km2 (87.80 sq mi)
EstablishedMay 1, 1962 (1962-05-01)
Governing bodyBC Parks

References
  • BC Parks webpage
  • "Monashee Park". BC Geographical Names.

50°31′00″N 118°15′00″W


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