Larchwood Lake (Skookumchuck)

Site Description: This small lake is busy in the summer months. The sunny, open campsites provide scenic lake views. Great spring time fishing conditions-check the fishing regulations for specifics.

A fee for camping is in effect at Larchwood Lake. Campsites can not be reserved, they are available on a first-come-first-served basis. An operator is on site to maintain the site and collect fees. Most sites can accommodate trailers.

Motorized vehicles including ATV's and dirt bikes are permitted on the gravelled roads and sites only. Off-road vehicles are to use areas outside of the Larchwood Lake Recreation Site.

Driving Directions: Accessible by 2WD vehicle down 6km of dirt road. Access is 1.5km South of Skookumchuck, 52km North of Cranbrook.

From HWY 93/95 turn West towards the pulp mill onto Farstad Way, follow for 2 km. Turn left onto Torrent rd and continue until it turns to gravel and becomes Torrent FSR (Radio controlled road use RR-1). Keep right at the fork at km marker 2 to stay on Torrent FSR. Continue for another 4kms to Larchwood Lake Recreation Site on the left. Road can be rough at times.