Premier Lake Provincial Park Campground
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
Difficulty
Easy
Access
Price
$23.00 CAD
Season
May 1 – September 30
Elevation
880 m
Potable water
Not available
Toilets
Available
Showers
Not available
Boat launch
Available
Cell signal
Not available
Swimming
Available
Firewood
Not available
Pets
Not available
Power hookups
Not available
Sani-dump
Not available
Hand pump water
On site
Fish cleaning station
On site
Emerald lakes trail loop
On site
Community reviews
Jun 2026
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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