Located in the gated ranch community of Elk Park (only 16 acreages) this unique & fully forested acreage offers some of the most scenic landscapes in all of BC—for real! A very private setting with over 4,500 ft of lake frontage, creek & bordering on Crown land to the east. Numerous trails/roadways.
Foreign Buyer Ban does not apply to this property
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Surrounding most of picturesque Baptiste Lake, this exceptional 160-acre property offers forested privacy, outstanding mountain views and year-round recreation within the prestigious gated community of The Ranches at Elk Park. Located just a few kilometres north of Radium Hot Springs, the community and property combines a remarkable natural setting with convenient access to the Columbia Valley.
Mostly forested, the acreage feels like a natural extension of nearby Kootenay National Park. Its defining feature is Baptiste Lake, a small mountain lake nestled at the foot of the western slopes of the Rocky Mountains, approximately 3,320 feet above sea level. The lake stretches roughly 2,325 ft in length and 650 ft across, with loons regularly seen fishing and heard calling across the water.
Only two private properties border the lake, with this acreage accounting for approximately 90% of its shoreline. The remaining private frontage lies at the southern end. There is no public lake access, while the Regional District retains access at the north end for reservoir operations and maintenance.
An established network of trails circle the lake and meander through the forest, providing beautiful routes for walking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing or travelling by quad. A year-round creek flows into the northern end of the lake, adding another appealing natural feature.
A private internal road, shared by only a small group of owners, crosses the property and provides convenient access from north to south. On the side away from the lake, the land extends onto a bench with sweeping views across the Columbia Valley to the Purcell Mountains. The outlook is impressive enough to make this area a compelling alternative to a lake-oriented homesite. The neighbor to the south (Evergreen Ranch) has wire fencing for just under 1,000 feet of property line otherwise no further fencing borders the property offering a robust and healthy wildlife flow.
Closer to the lake on the east side of the private internal road two potential building locations offer different perspectives. One looks eastward toward the Rocky Mountains with lots of flat useable land, while the second is a hillside setting that takes in the length of the lake looking southward with expansive views to the landscape beyond. These two varied settings provide an opportunity to plan a home around the views, privacy and character that appeal most.
Baptiste Lake also serves an important role as Edgewater’s drinking-water reservoir, managed by the Regional District of East Kootenay. The dam at the north end was originally constructed in 1925 and underwent major upgrades in 2018-2019. A provincial survey completed in 1969 recorded approximately 32.5 acres of surface area, an average depth of 9.2 feet and a maximum depth of 19 feet.
The reservoir designation brings restrictions intended to protect drinking-water quality. The property is subject to a 100-metre building setback for a home and a 60-metre restriction on tree clearing around the lake which is plenty to open up views. These requirements are important considerations when planning a homesite. At the north end, a cleared berm provides a particularly scenic place for a walk or a quiet afternoon overlooking the water and surrounding mountains.
With its extensive lake frontage, forest trails, flowing creek and choice of mountain-view settings, this is a rare opportunity to create a private retreat in one of the Columbia Valley’s most memorable landscapes.
The Ranches at Elk Park encompasses more than 4,000 acres, including approximately 3,500 acres divided into 16 individually titled ranch acreages ranging from 36 to 480 acres. Accessed from Highway 95 through a secure gated entrance, the community offers a distinctive rural setting with private roads and substantial separation between properties. Each acreage has deeded freehold title, a branded ranch entrance, road access, power, telephone and a water source.
The 160 acres includes approx. 27 acres of lake. The land below the lake (lake bottom) is owned by the ranch/property owner and the regional district has the rights to store water on the land as a drinking water reservoir.
Located within the prestigious gated ranch community known as “The Ranches at Elk Park”. Access to the community is off of Highway 95, a couple kilometres north of Radium Hot Springs in the scenic Columbia Valley of British Columbia.
All showings by appointment only—contact listing agent for a private tour. There is no public access beyond the electrified front gate to the community so “drive by” looks will not work.
Once inside the gate (code to be provided by agent) you travel on 3.8 km of private gravel road to the property. There is one fork along the way, stay left. Property lines marked with fencing panel.
More details to be provided by listing agent.
Radium Hot Springs is a scenic mountain village in southeastern British Columbia’s Columbia Valley, a couple kms short of Elk Park and approximately 16 kilometres north of Invermere. Situated at the junction of Highways 93 and 95, the community occupies a plateau above the Columbia River and its expansive wetlands, with the Rocky Mountains rising to the east and the Purcell Mountains framing the western skyline. Immediately adjoining Kootenay National Park, Radium offers a striking combination of open valley views, forested slopes and rugged mountain scenery. The village recorded a permanent population of 1,339 in the 2021 Census, supplemented by seasonal residents and visitors throughout the year.
The area enjoys a relatively dry, four-season Interior climate, influenced by its position in the rain shadow of the Purcell Mountains. Summers are warm, with cooler evenings, while winters bring cold temperatures and snowfall. Spring and autumn offer comfortable conditions for exploring the valley’s trails and enjoying its changing scenery.
Tourism and forestry are longstanding pillars of the local economy. Accommodation, dining, recreation and visitor services support a broad range of businesses, while the community’s appeal to vacation homeowners also contributes to local commercial activity. Everyday amenities include Mountainside Market grocery store, cafés, restaurants, pubs and specialty shops, alongside numerous hotels and resorts. Nearby Invermere provides a wider selection of shopping and services, including larger grocery stores, pharmacies and banks.
Radium is served by Rocky Mountain School District No. 6. There are no schools within the village boundaries; students access schools in neighbouring communities, with school bus transportation provided by the district. Area schools include Edgewater Elementary in Edgewater, Eileen Madson Primary and J. Alfred Laird Elementary in Invermere, and David Thompson Secondary School in Invermere.
Recreation is central to Radium’s appeal. The renowned mineral hot pools, nearby golf courses and extensive hiking and cycling opportunities provide plenty of options close to home. The Columbia River and wetlands offer peaceful paddling, birdwatching and wildlife viewing, while Lake Windermere and Panorama Mountain Resort broaden the choices for summer and winter recreation. From a quiet walk along Sinclair Creek to a day exploring Kootenay National Park, Radium provides an inviting base for an active mountain lifestyle.
Please see maps and plans and aerial images included, all boundaries are approximate.
50°41'25.61"N and 116° 5'29.33"W
Power, water license on lake/creek, drilled well.
Bare land.
$80
This property has two different zoning designations—contact listing agent for mapping. The majority of the land is W-1 zoning. Details on each are below. The land is also in the ALR and the community has some local guidelines and bylaws.
(the set back for a house is 100 m from the lake and clearing of land is allowed up to 60 m from the lake)
Principal permitted uses
Accessory uses
Principal permitted uses
Accessory uses
The community then has some design “Guidelines’ for construction of the dwelling/property development. At present there is a mix of homes built—west coast contemporary style, log, timber frame, and more traditional framed dwellings but upon a drive through the community all are set back from the road maintaining its natural forest/park land appearance.
THE SOUTH 1/2 OF DISTRICT LOT 7561 KOOTENAY DISTICT
PID 012-506-885
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