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The Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Park embraces six large drainages flowing east to the Columbia River system and three flowing west to Kootenay Lake. All o... (via site)
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Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Big Bar.
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Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Big Bar.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
Location
Where Big Bar sits on the map and how to get there.
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What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
Cirque Peak (2,642 m)Summits & peaks
Fingerboard Ridge (2,636 m)Summits & peaks
Lavina Fire LookoutAttractions
Glacier Creek Recreation SiteParks & play
Twin Bay Recreation SiteParks & play
Comb Mountain (2,630 m)Summits & peaks
Horseshoe Glacier Recreation SiteParks & play
🛒 Amenities & services
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Big Bar.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Big Bar.
Can I pitch a tent at Big Bar?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
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