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Downhill & cross-country skiing have been popular winter activities in Manning Park since the early 1950s. From skating to snowboarding, Manning continues to be a favourite spot for winter sport enthusiasts from BC & around the world. Located in the Gibson Pass Valley, Manning Park is renowned for its dry snow & variety of snow play experiences including tubing, snowshoeing, winter camping, Nordic (cross-country) skiing, downhill & snowboarding. | Downhill & cross-country skiing have been popular winter activities in Manning Park since the early 1950s. From skating to snowboarding, Manning continues to be a favourite spot for winter sport enthusiasts from BC & around the world. Located in the Gibson Pass Valley, Manning Park is renowned for its dry snow & variety of snow play experiences including tubing, snowshoeing, winter camping, Nordic (cross-country) skiing, downhill & snowboarding. | ||
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The park is home to brown, black and grizzly bears, deer, and many birds. Within the park are pine, fir, spruce and other types of coniferous and deciduous trees. | The park is home to brown, black and grizzly bears, deer, and many birds. Within the park are pine, fir, spruce and other types of coniferous and deciduous trees. | ||
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Due to climate changes and the weather in the park has become milder, with mid-winter temperatures rarely dropping below -30 °C. During the winter the temperature is in the upper twenties. | Due to climate changes and the weather in the park has become milder, with mid-winter temperatures rarely dropping below -30 °C. During the winter the temperature is in the upper twenties. | ||
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From [[Vancouver]], it is roughly 3 hours driving time east along Highway 1 and Highway 3. Coming from [[Kelowna]], it is roughly 2½ hours driving by heading south along Highway 97 and then following the 3A and Highway 3 west. | From [[Vancouver]], it is roughly 3 hours driving time east along Highway 1 and Highway 3. Coming from [[Kelowna]], it is roughly 2½ hours driving by heading south along Highway 97 and then following the 3A and Highway 3 west. | ||
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Most of the public roads in the park are paved, with the exception of certain campground access roads the upper sub-alpine meadows portion of the lookout road, adjacent to the Manning Park Lodge. | Most of the public roads in the park are paved, with the exception of certain campground access roads the upper sub-alpine meadows portion of the lookout road, adjacent to the Manning Park Lodge. | ||
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Well-maintained hiking trails and walking trails are present throughout the park, and there are no trails within the park that require unbridged stream crossings. | Well-maintained hiking trails and walking trails are present throughout the park, and there are no trails within the park that require unbridged stream crossings. | ||
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mpark_hike - The Heather Trail in Manning Provincial Park | mpark_hike - The Heather Trail in Manning Provincial Park | ||
* Take in the view from the '''Cascade Lookout'''. The lookout is accessed from the road that climbs to Blackwall Peak, which begins across from Manning Park Resort. | * Take in the view from the '''Cascade Lookout'''. The lookout is accessed from the road that climbs to Blackwall Peak, which begins across from Manning Park Resort. | ||
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The park offers year-round camping and accommodation; hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling. | The park offers year-round camping and accommodation; hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling. | ||
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Within Manning Park and there are 4 provincial campgrounds: Lightning Lake, Coldspring, Mule Deer and Hampton. Information for these sites is available through BC Parks and reservations can be made through Discover Camping. | Within Manning Park and there are 4 provincial campgrounds: Lightning Lake, Coldspring, Mule Deer and Hampton. Information for these sites is available through BC Parks and reservations can be made through Discover Camping. | ||
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* Group rates available. | * Group rates available. | ||
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The '''Country Store''' at the Manning Park Resort is the only place to purchase supplies in the park. It carries groceries, auto and camping supplies, some clothing, postcards and other souvenirs. Otherwise and the nearest town of any size is [[Hope (British Columbia) | Hope]], which is about 40 minutes away. | The '''Country Store''' at the Manning Park Resort is the only place to purchase supplies in the park. It carries groceries, auto and camping supplies, some clothing, postcards and other souvenirs. Otherwise and the nearest town of any size is [[Hope (British Columbia) | Hope]], which is about 40 minutes away. | ||
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There is a restaurant at the Pinewoods Lodge building at Manning Park Resort. | There is a restaurant at the Pinewoods Lodge building at Manning Park Resort. | ||
The Bear's Den pub is a licensed establishment and is accessible from the main resort grounds off of Highway 3. | The Bear's Den pub is a licensed establishment and is accessible from the main resort grounds off of Highway 3. | ||
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*'''Similkameen Chalet''', separate from the above facilities, also in Eastgate. | *'''Similkameen Chalet''', separate from the above facilities, also in Eastgate. | ||
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There are 4 campgrounds open for camping in the summer that are accessible from Highway 3. The opening and closing times vary from year-to-year depending on snow levels. The park tries to have at least one campground open from mid-May to the [[Canada|Canadian]] Thankgiving holiday weekend (second weekend in October). | There are 4 campgrounds open for camping in the summer that are accessible from Highway 3. The opening and closing times vary from year-to-year depending on snow levels. The park tries to have at least one campground open from mid-May to the [[Canada|Canadian]] Thankgiving holiday weekend (second weekend in October). | ||
* '''Lightning Lakes''' - on Lightning Lake near Manning Park Resort. Requires reservations after mid-June. | * '''Lightning Lakes''' - on Lightning Lake near Manning Park Resort. Requires reservations after mid-June. | ||
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If driving through the park in winter, it's a good idea to carry chains. Black ice is common and the snow can accumulate quite a bit in a storm before it is plowed. | If driving through the park in winter, it's a good idea to carry chains. Black ice is common and the snow can accumulate quite a bit in a storm before it is plowed. | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:29, 20 September 2024
E.C. Manning Provincial Park is in British Columbia, Canada. It covers 70,844 hectares. Manning Park is one of the most popular destination areas in the province. The landscape diversity of this park combined with 4 seasons' development, provides a wide range of summer & winter recreational opportunities such as hiking, horseback riding, kayaking & canoeing.
Contents
Manning Provincial Park Halal Explorer
History
Downhill & cross-country skiing have been popular winter activities in Manning Park since the early 1950s. From skating to snowboarding, Manning continues to be a favourite spot for winter sport enthusiasts from BC & around the world. Located in the Gibson Pass Valley, Manning Park is renowned for its dry snow & variety of snow play experiences including tubing, snowshoeing, winter camping, Nordic (cross-country) skiing, downhill & snowboarding.
How is the Landscape of Manning Provincial Park
The park is in the Cascade Mountains of British Columbia.
Flora and fauna
The park is home to brown, black and grizzly bears, deer, and many birds. Within the park are pine, fir, spruce and other types of coniferous and deciduous trees.
Climate
Due to climate changes and the weather in the park has become milder, with mid-winter temperatures rarely dropping below -30 °C. During the winter the temperature is in the upper twenties.
Travel to Manning Provincial Park
Greyhound Canada provides services east-west along Highway 3. Manning Park is a common stopping point for the Greyhound coach.
The only way to get in is on the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3) via Hope in the west or Princeton (British Columbia) | Princeton in the east.
From Vancouver, it is roughly 3 hours driving time east along Highway 1 and Highway 3. Coming from Kelowna, it is roughly 2½ hours driving by heading south along Highway 97 and then following the 3A and Highway 3 west.
Get Around
Most of the public roads in the park are paved, with the exception of certain campground access roads the upper sub-alpine meadows portion of the lookout road, adjacent to the Manning Park Lodge.
Well-maintained hiking trails and walking trails are present throughout the park, and there are no trails within the park that require unbridged stream crossings.
What to See
mpark_hike - The Heather Trail in Manning Provincial Park
- Take in the view from the Cascade Lookout. The lookout is accessed from the road that climbs to Blackwall Peak, which begins across from Manning Park Resort.
Top Muslim Travel Tips for Manning Provincial Park
Winter
Manning Park Resort offers a wide range of winter activities such as snowshoeing, ice skating, tubing and a top-rated network of cross-country ski trails. Backcountry enthusiasts will appreciate the dry powder and easy access to the majestic lakes, meadows and forests of E.C. Manning Provincial Park.
Summer
The park offers year-round camping and accommodation; hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling.
Camping Places
Within Manning Park and there are 4 provincial campgrounds: Lightning Lake, Coldspring, Mule Deer and Hampton. Information for these sites is available through BC Parks and reservations can be made through Discover Camping.
SH | Showers |
FT | Flush Toilets |
LA | Lake Access |
PT | Pit Toilets |
PW | Potable Water |
WS | Water Source Nearby |
FS | Safe Food Storage |
A | Amphitheatre |
TP | Tent Pads |
HS | Heated Shelter
ShoppingThe Country Store at the Manning Park Resort is the only place to purchase supplies in the park. It carries groceries, auto and camping supplies, some clothing, postcards and other souvenirs. Otherwise and the nearest town of any size is Hope, which is about 40 minutes away. Halal FoodThere is a restaurant at the Pinewoods Lodge building at Manning Park Resort. The Bear's Den pub is a licensed establishment and is accessible from the main resort grounds off of Highway 3. Muslim Friendly Hotelsmpark_snow - November snowfall at the cabins Lodging
Camping PlacesThere are 4 campgrounds open for camping in the summer that are accessible from Highway 3. The opening and closing times vary from year-to-year depending on snow levels. The park tries to have at least one campground open from mid-May to the Canadian Thankgiving holiday weekend (second weekend in October).
BackcountryThere are 10 backcountry camping areas in the park accessed by trails. Facilities are limited and cost is $5/person per day. Stay SafeBe bear aware in the summer. Some wilderness campgrounds have bear caches for storing food. If driving through the park in winter, it's a good idea to carry chains. Black ice is common and the snow can accumulate quite a bit in a storm before it is plowed. News & References
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