Shannon Lake

Features and Things To Do:

Shannon Lake Regional Park boasts a short trail system perfect for an evening walk. The park also contains a lakeside picnic area, which is ideal for family picnics and weddings.

The lake is great habitat for the waterbirds and turtles that are frequently seen in the park. Regional Parks Interpretive Programs are available by donation for school and community groups who would like to learn about our local environment and cultural history.

History:

Shannon Lake was known by the First Nations people as Tenas Lake meaning small lake. The lake is now named after Mr. Shannon Marshall, an early Westbank pioneer. Shannon Lakes first school opened in 1897 and a post office called Westbank opened in May 1, 1902 on the west side of Shannon Lake.

The lake provides water for Marshall and Marlow springs via underground aquifers and emerging downslope. This was also a source of water for the First Nation, Tsinstikeptum in the early 20th century.

The south end of Shannon Lake was established as a Regional Park in 1977.

General Information:

Shannon Lake Regional Park is 3.7 hectares which lies surrounded by the Shannon Lake Golf Course and the Shannon Lake neighborhood.

Dogs must be kept on a leash within park boundaries and owners should clean up after their pets.

Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trails. Overnight camping, open fires and smoking are not permitted.

Washroom facilities are available in the park and the park is open during daylight hours year round.

Help protect park vegetation and wildlife by using only designated trails. Leave only footprints and take only pictures.

Directions:

The park can be accessed from Shannon Lake Road or from the small walkways that link the park to the adjoining neighborhood. Turn right off Highway 97 South onto Bartley Road, turn left onto Shannon Lake Road, the park is on the right hand side.