Kootenay Lake Forest District Recreation Site
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Access
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From Kaslo, head west on highway #31A for 3 km to the Blue Ridge
Forest Services Road, then follow signs. Follow the main road for 11.9 km to the lookout, staying right at the 7.0 km junction.
This road is suitable for 2wd vehicles View a map |
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Characteristics
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This is a high elevation day-use site which is located at an
refurbished fire lookout
building. This is a great spot for family oriented outings; views are spectacular
and flowers are lovely
in season. There is also a 2 km loop trail below the lookout that provides access to viewpoints
on the rock bluffs . View Mt. Buchanan Lookout Site: Picture 1
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Fishing |
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Campsite
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Vehicle Units |
Boat Launch |
Beach |
| Day Use site only | N/A | None | |
Tables |
Outhouse |
Dock |
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| Yes. 1 Table | Yes. 1 Outhouse | N/A | |
Firewood |
Fire pits |
User Maintained |
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| None. User must gather own | Yes. 1 Fire pit | If you pack it in, you pack it out. | |
Comments |
Note: This site contains ramps used by hand gliders. These ramps can be hazardous due to steep drop offs. PLEASE STAY OFF THE RAMPS. Interpretive displays on fire lookouts in the tower. | ||