Serenity in every step

Pontoon Lake Territorial Park Day Use Area

General Information

A scenic little peninsula jutting into Pontoon Lake, this is a perfect spot to fish, picnic, or soak up the midnight sun on the granite rocks framing the shore. Short trails allow you to get different views of the lake and to watch for wildlife.

Park Size

1.91 ha

Operating Date

Year-round

Address

26.4 along the Ingraham trail (Highway 4) and 31 km from Yellowknife

Phone

867-767-9206

Email

parks@gov.nt.ca

Amenities

Boat Launch

Picnic / Day Use Area

Washrooms

Nearest community

City of Yellowknife. The only city in the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife has the charm and friendliness of a small town mixed with the amenities of a busy city.

Park Highlights

Pontoon Lake is in a picturesque woodland setting with private picnic sites nestled in the woods and along the shore.

Just a 20-minute drive from Yellowknife, this scenic little peninsula jutting into Pontoon Lake is the perfect spot to fish, picnic, or soak up the midnight sun.

Activities

Boating

Fishing

Trails

Day use only

Special Notes

Accessibility
Unfortunately, this park is not wheelchair accessible at this time.

Nearby Attractions
The Ingraham Trail Road Trip begins in Yellowknife and extends 70 km/43.5 mi along NWT Highway 4 to Tibbitt Lake. Lakes, campgrounds, picnic sites, and boat launches dot this beautiful drive which winds through an unforgettable Precambrian landscape of lakes, forests, and ancient rocks. A variety of outdoor recreation opportunities are available on the Ingraham Trail, including hiking trails, canoeing, boating, swimming, camping, fishing, and birdwatching.

Safety information
Please follow all water safety guidelines, including always keeping children within arm’s reach when in or near the water.
For general information about safety resources while in the Northwest Territories, check our Safety resources page.

Weather
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