North BC Parks and Places

The park was established in 1944 and rests on the shores of the mighty Nechako River north of the community. The park is a recreation destination and is part of a designated bird sanctuary.

Burrard Avenue

Vanderhoof

The 62,867 hectare park includes a campground, wilderness campsites and features the 60 metre Kinuseo Waterfall and the 72 kilometre Monkman Trail exploring mountains, lakes, and raging rivers finding waterfalls.

Highway 29

Tumbler Ridge

Extensive network of trails used by hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and cross country skiers. The vast maze of trails explores various eco systems including meadows, lakes, wetland swamps, rock bluffs and forests filled with Aspen, Lodgepole Pine and Spruce trees

Smedley Road

Vanderhoof

The walkway is 50 feet wide in most areas and is lit up at night for evening use. The trail is used for walking, jogging, dog walking, rollerblading and biking.

Eby Street

Terrace

Heritage Walking Tour is an informative route following the path of many historical photo kiosks while walking the downtown streets in the the community

100 Avenue

Fort St. John

The most visited destination in the park is Summit Lake. The lake is a popular stop for travelers who are exploring the Alaska Highway as there is a campground, boat launch, pit toilets, picnic tables and many hiking trails.

Fort Nelson

The park is an ideal destination for bird watching and photography. It is a chance for casual walks and pleasant thoughts while sitting on one of the many viewing benches lining the shore.

1st Avenue

Prince Rupert

The forested 3.5 kilometre trail follows the same route traveled by the early surveyors when planning out the railway line for the railroad companies. The trail leads to views of the Fraser River.

Guay Road

Prince George

Paarens Beach Provincial Park enjoys a sandy beach frontage with views of Fort St. James, Mount Pope and the Omineca Mountain Range. It is popular for camping, picnics, fishing, canoeing, boating, camping, swimming.

Sowchea Bay Road

Fort St. James

Home to the the "World's Largest Fly Rod", gardens, water fountain, playground and some information boards about the community of Houston BC.

Highway 16

Houston

Peace Park is a place of reflection for some as it is a memorial park. For others, the flutter of the three flags and the rumblings of the creek is what draws them to the sitting benches in the park. For some, the picnic tables and rainbow colors of the flower gardens draws them to the area.

107 Avenue

Dawson Creek

Part of a massive trail network exploring the lower slopes of Hudson Bay Mountain, especially the south facing slopes called the Smithers Community Forest.

Hudson Bay Mountain Road

Smithers

Cottonwood Park in Fort St. James, British Columbia, Canada is a popular north end park with historic displays and lake views of Stuart Lake. A large lake which partakes in many recreational activities enjoyed by locals and visitors.

Highway 27

Fort St. James

McClymont Park in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada featuring 3 Totem Poles popular for walkers, roller bladers, mountain bikers and joggers.

Highway 16

Prince Rupert

Boer Mountain Road

Burns Lake

North BC Parks and Places

Riverside Park Nature Trail

Monkman Provincial Park

Waterlily Lake Trails

Grand Trunk Pathway

Heritage Kiosk Walking Tour

Stone Mountain Provincial Park & Summit Lake

Rotary Waterfront Park

L.C. Gunn Park

Paarens Beach Provincial Park

Steelhead Park

Peace Park

Seymour Ridge Trail

Cottonwood Park

McClymont Park

Mountain Bike Park