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Premier Lake Provincial Park Campground
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Premier Lake Provincial Park Campground

Kootenay Rockies / East Kootenay & Skookumchuck, British Columbia4.71 review

The spot

About this campsite

Premier Lake Provincial Park lies tucked against the western slopes of the Rocky Mountains' Hughes Range, 15 km east of Skookumchuck.

Features 85 vehicle-accessible campsites in a dry interior Douglas fir forest surrounding the brilliant emerald waters of Premier Lake.

Renowned for stocking rainbow and brook trout, warm summer swimming, and hiking trails connecting to small turquoise backcountry tarns (Quartz, Yankee, and Hidden lakes).

What makes it worth the drive

  • Brilliant emerald lake waters
  • Hughes Range Rocky Mountain views
  • Stocked rainbow & brook trout fishing
  • Turquoise tarns hiking trail loop

Amenities & ground rules

Pit toiletsHand pump waterBoat launchFish cleaning stationSandy swimming beachEmerald lakes trail loop

Community reviews

Fly Fisher Dan

Jun 2026

5.0
The emerald lake water is crystal clear. Fantastic trout fishing from the dock and quiet, spacious forest campsites.

Getting there

Location

Approximate coordinates. Download offline maps before you lose signal — cell coverage around Premier Lake Provincial Park Campground is unreliable.

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