Skihist Provincial Park

Skihist Provincial Park

Pine trees in Skihist Provincial Park
Type Provincial
Location Lytton
Coordinates 50°15′41″N 121°31′27″W / 50.261254°N 121.524167°W / 50.261254; -121.524167Coordinates: 50°15′41″N 121°31′27″W / 50.261254°N 121.524167°W / 50.261254; -121.524167
Area 386 hectares (3.86 km2; 1.49 sq mi)
Created 1956
Operated by BC Parks
Status Open May-September

Skihist Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, located on the Thompson River and adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway #1 between the towns of Lytton (W) and Spences Bridge (E). The park is named for Skihist Mountain, which is visible from the park though on the opposite side of the Fraser River to the west of Lytton.

History

Skihist Provincial Park was established in 1956 as a rest stop and overnight camping location along highway 1.

Facilities

Day-Use

Adjacent to the highway, a rest area with water and flush toilets is available. There are standard parking spots as well as trailer parking spots. The rest area closes for the winter season.

Camping

Skihist Campground is located near the day-use area on the opposite side of Highway #1. It is open during the Summer season. There are 58 campsites.

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