Purcell Wilderness Conservancy

This 131,523 wilderness conservancy  preserves a spectacularly beautiful section of the Purcell Mountains.  Access to this region is from Argenta on Kootenay Lake, Toby Creek north of Invermere or St Mary's Lake Road south of Kimberley.

The many hiking trails in the area are recommended for the more experienced hiker, as this is an undeveloped wilderness park.  The historical Earl Grey Pass Trail is the most well known part of the park and takes an average hiking time of five days to traverse the 61 kilometres.

Other park activities include, picnicking, backcountry camping, and fishing. Horseback riding, climbing and mountain biking may be enjoyed on the east side; the west side is closed to horses and mountain bikes.

No facilities are provided.  Open year-round, no fees.

For further information, please link:
wlapwww.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/purcell.htm