Wildlife in the area consists primarily of black bears, Columbian black-tailed deer, cougars, Roosevelt elk and wolves.

The Adams River herd of Roosevelt Elk use the valley bottoms, wetland areas and avalanche chutes for their summer ranges in Schoen Lake Provincial Park.

Roosevelt Elk rut in the fall season and can usually be observed frequently in the Nisnak Meadows area of the park.

Columbian black-tailed deer use the old growth forests that make up Schoen Lake Provincial Park as their summer and winter ranges.

Nestled in old growth forest consisting of coastal Western Hemlock, Douglas Fir, Red Alder and Western Red Cedar, the campgrounds offer prime access to recreation activities that lead to a true remote wilderness experience.