Eva Lake, Revelstoke
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
About Eva Lake, British Columbia, Canada
Eva Lake is yet another magical body of water located within British Columbia’s stunning Mount Revelstoke National Park. The park itself is 260 square kilometers and is packed full of incredibly scenic hiking trails and a must-see attraction for anyone who is an outdoor adventure enthusiast.
Your visit to Revelstoke, BC shouldn’t be complete without visiting Eva Lake and its neighbor Miller Lake. The lakes are perfectly tucked into the spectacular Selkirk Mountains range and were created at the end of the last ice age. Eva lake has dramatic mountain scenery with an unbelievable backdrop that will have you rubbing your eyes once or twice just to make sure what you're seeing is even real.
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
How to Get There
To get to the trailhead that leads you to the lake, you will have to drive up to Mount Revelstoke via the Meadows In The Sky Parkway, which is scenic in its own right and well worth the visit even if you're not able to hike. The parkway has various lookouts and viewpoints along the 26-kilometer drive up to the top.
Address: Mount Revelstoke National Park
Map of Eva Lake
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
History of Eva Lake
Eva lake was aptly named after hiking adventurer Eva Hobbs who was one of the first people responsible for exploring Mount Revelstoke National Park and creating the popular trails we hike on nowadays. In 1909 Eva was part of the Revelstoke Mountaineering Club.
There is an old cabin at the head of Eva Lake that was constructed back in 1928 fand was used by the park warden. The cabin is one of the oldest buildings within the park and is considered a Federal Heritage Building. The cabin is open to and visitors can walk right in and check out the amazing view of the mountains that the warden must have witnessed on a daily basis.
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
Hiking Trail
The hike to Eva Lake is moderately difficult with mild elevation gains and is fairly tough in some spots. The trail takes you through a rocky alpine environment that includes impressive wildflower fields, pine forests, and dramatic rock slides with large boulders that have fallen off of the mountain.
Length - 7.1 km (one-way)
Hike time - 2-3 hours to the lake
Elevation change - 1778 to 1957 m (179m)
Trailhead - Meadows in the Sky Parkway or Heather Lake (118°8'32"W 51°2'49"N)
Camping - Camping is allowed at Eva Lake in designated areas
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
Eva Lake, Revelstoke, British Columbia
Where to Stay in Revelstoke
For accommodations in Revelstoke, BC we chose to go with Airbnb and stayed at the lovely Gondola Cabin Tiny House with Lockable Bike Room. It is a very affordable vacation rental that is perfect for a couple and has all the amenities you will need. The hosts are Superhost rated on Airbnb as well as friendly, responsive, and welcoming, making it a truly comfortable stay. The location is very convenient as well and is only a short drive to the local supermarket and other attractions. The tiny house also has splendid views of Mount Begbie and its glaciers.
Amenities Included
Self Check Key Pad
Queen Sized Bed
Bathroom - Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Hair Dryer
Kitchen - Hot Plates, Sink, Dishes, Cutlery, Cooking Utensils, Herbs and Spices, Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Cooking Oils
Lockable Bike and Ski Tuning Storage Room - Bike Stand, Tire Pump, Various Tools
Bike Wash Station
24/7 Security Surveillance
Parking Space
Shared Backyard With Hosts
Exploratory Glory YouTube Channel
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