Vernon BC Beaches - Gardum Lake

Location and Directions:
Drive north on 97A to Enderby BC. Five kilometres past Enderby BC, turn north on 97B and drive about 3 kms. Turn on Gardum Lake road and follow it for a few kilometres. Don't turn left when you see the sign for the Legion camp but continue on the road. When you see Park Road follow it until you see the gate entrance to the park. There are three rough parking lots there. The park and beach are 100 metres from the parking lot.

Description:
The local community has developed a beach with nice sand. The beach has a mucky bottom and much of the lake is quite weedy. The spot however is very beautiful and generally quiet. There are two floating docks, of which one has a diving board. There are many turtles, ducks and other wildlife in the area. A dock to the north of the beach has good childrens fishing. With small hooks and bait (non-commercial worms work great), most children will catch a couple of the bass which were introduced in the lake and perhaps a larger perch. There are also trout in this very fertile lake.

This park is maintained mostly by the work of local community leaders, so please respect the park and be a good neighbour. Oddly enough, lots of German tourists seem to know about this spot, since I've run into some most times I visit this beach.

Distance from Downtown Vernon BC:
Roughly 40 kms.

Amenities:
Pit toilets, picnic tables, and swings for children.

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