Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area has an activity for everyone to enjoy. The prized jewel of the park is Gleniffer Lake, a 4 mile (7 km) long reservoir that provides drinking water to the surrounding areas and ample opportunities for sport and recreation.

Visitors can spend the day playing on Gleniffer Lake’s sandy beaches or boating on the water. The reservoir is typically dotted with sailboats, powerboats, kayaks, and canoes. The long lake is a favorite spot for water skiing and windsurfing.Fishermen can cast a line in the lake or take advantage of the stocked Rainbow trout pond. Just be sure to have a valid fishing license.

Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area’s secluded location away from city lights makes it the perfect venue for exploring the night sky. Stargazers and astronomers can set up in the grassy area adjacent to the lakeshore for an evening of observation.

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