Nestled in the rolling mountains east of Prince George, Purden Lake Provincial Park, on the north shore of Purden Lake, is dominated by the Cariboo Mountains to the south and the McGregor range of the Rockies to the north. Purden Lake has numerous campsites, a boat launch and a beach for swimming.

The park’s North Shore Trail—a narrow, rooty, wonderfully scenic path hugging the lake’s edge—stretches about 6 km one way, offering constant views of the water, rocky points, and the surrounding mountains. Boardwalks cover the wet areas, and the trail stays mostly flat, making it an easy but rewarding wander through classic BC forest. The trail is 6.1 km long with great views of the lake, Mt. Baldy, Purden Mountain and Purden Mountain Resort.