Fintry Provincial Park and Protected Area, Provincial park on Okanagan Lake, British Columbia
Fintry Provincial Park is a protected area along Okanagan Lake in British Columbia featuring mountains, deep canyons, and waterfalls shaped by Shorts Creek. The landscape spans several hundred hectares with zones ranging from the lakeshore to higher elevations.
The estate was purchased in 1909 by Captain James Dun-Waters, who introduced agricultural practices and built several structures. These buildings shaped the area and reflect the early settlement development of the region.
The name comes from a region in Scotland, reflecting the heritage of early European settlers in the area. The old structures scattered throughout still tell this story to visitors who walk past them.
The park offers over 150 vehicle-accessible camping sites available from March through October with reservations required. Planning a visit is straightforward since bookings go through the BC Parks system and the season is clearly defined.
An octagonal dairy barn from the early 1900s still stands on the grounds, showcasing innovative agricultural architecture of that time. This unusual structure reveals how settlers experimented with building design for their operations.
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