Allison Lake Park is a BC Parks site in the Okanagan region, 28 kilometres north of Princeton along Highway 5A. BC Parks describes it as an off-the-beaten-track, tree-bordered lake and a useful overnight stop between Merritt and Princeton.
The park is known for aspen stands that turn golden in fall.
Allison Lake is a compact lake park for swimming, paddling, fishing, camping, and a slower Highway 5A stop. BC Parks says the lake is relatively small, which makes paddling, canoeing, and kayaking safe and enjoyable, though there are no rentals in or near the park.
Fishing is a clear draw. BC Parks says Allison Lake is stocked with 15,000 blackwater rainbow trout raised at the Summerland trout hatchery and notes no special restrictions on the lake. Visitors still need the appropriate fishing licence and should check current regulations.
The official activity list includes swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, pets on leash, cycling on roadways, and waterskiing potential. E-bikes are not allowed on trails within Allison Lake Park and are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted.
Because the park sits between Merritt and Princeton, it works well as either a destination for simple lake camping or a practical overnight stop on a longer interior route.
Plan around swimming, frontcountry camping, canoeing, kayaking, rainbow trout fishing, road cycling, waterskiing where conditions allow, fall aspen colour, and a quiet lake stop.
Confirm campground availability, fishing rules, boating conditions, e-bike restrictions, road access, weather, fire restrictions, and BC Parks updates before travelling.
