At 17.7km from boat launch, the Spindly Creek Picnic Area is the only rest stop on the southern half of Maligne Lake. There are big signs to mark the picnic areas around the lake making them easy to see from the water. All the picnic areas around the lake have fire pits, picnic tables and pit toilets. Since it is cool in the shade during the fall, we opted to sit on the beach and to enjoy the sun and the spectacular views.