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EPHEMERAL PONDS

Ephemeral ponds, otherwise known as vernal pools or ephemeral wetlands, are known for the changes in water they experience! As winter snow melts in the spring, water collects in these areas in ponds, and create temporary habitats for wildlife such as amphibians, reptile, insects, birds, and many others! These creatures rely on these temporarily wet areas for food, reproduction, and security.

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Black Mountain - sntsk'il'nten Regional Park has many of these vernal pools - see if you can spot them when you're there next!

ABOUT US >

Friends of Black Mountain is a non-profit group of volunteers, dedicated to promoting the responsible discovery, enjoyment and conservation of the Black Mountain - sntsk'il'ntÉ™n Regional Park, owned by the people of the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) and co-managed by the RDCO and the Westbank First Nation. 

Location

Joe Riche Rd access

Swainson Rd access

Tower Ranch Rd access

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Download the Park Map (PDF)

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Hours

Jan 1 to Feb 28 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mar 1 to May 31 - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Jun 1 to Aug 31 - 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sept 1 to Oct 14 - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Oct 15 to Dec 31 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Winter: Reduced maintenance of parking areas and facilities from November to March. 

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