This park was created to protect diverse topography, majestic peaks and unique vegetation of the Selkirk Mountains. Valhalla Park encompasses 30 km of Slocan Lake shoreline. There are many attractive sand and cobble beaches for boaters (motorized and non-motorized) to enjoy.
There are many opportunities for the backcountry adventurer. Valhalla Park has several beaches for boaters, waterskiers and canoeists. Varied and abundant hiking opportunities from short walks to wilderness treks and mountain climbing. Visitors can also enjoy fishing and wildlife viewing.
Evans Lake Cabin, Cove Creek Cabin, Evans Beach Shelter and Iron Creek Shelter serve as public shelters and offer accommodation in each for a maximum of 4 people.
Wilderness camping is allowed with no services and available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are facilities at Gwillim, Wicca, Drinnon, Emerald and Cahill Lakes.
The park is located on the west shore of Slocan Lake and encompasses most of the Valhalla range of the Selkirk Mountains. The park can be accessed by water, forest industrial roads or by trail. The nearest community to the park is Slocan and Highway 6 provides access to the town as well as other communities. Public boat launches exist in Slocan, Silverton and New Denver, by which trailheads can be easily reached.
On the W shore of Slocan Lake
N of both SLOCAN and CASTLEGAR, BC
