Fall impressions of Carpenter Lake captured from a viewpoint near Pearson Ridge in Gold Bridge, BC, Canada. With a length of 50 km and width of 1 km, this artificial lake is the largest of the three reservoirs of the Bridge River Power Project, the two others being Downton Lake and Seton Lake.

West-view of Carpenter Lake from Pearson’s Ridge with Dickson Peak in the background. Credit: Yalakom

East-view of Carpenter Lake from Pearson’s Ridge. Late fall. Credit: Yalakom

East-view of Carpenter Lake from Pearson’s Ridge. Credit: Yalakom

The colossal reservoir quickly fills up in the spring as glaciers melt and then empties from late summer on. During the winter and early spring, it is down to a large creek flanked by sandy plains on each side where transient vegetation grows.

The location is ideal for a horse ride, race or even swim for those ready to brave the ice cold water. Horses should keep you warm just enough!

Carpenter Lake in the winter: a perfect destination for a horse ride and gallop along the permanent stream. Credit: David Wayolle

Taking a swim in May. Credit: Not sure which one of us

Location: Gold Bridge, BC, Canada