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British Columbia Parks and Trails
Planning adventures in our British Columbia Parks and Trails
Parks, hiking trails, historic sites, heritage sites, rivers, lakes and natural areas in BC Canada
British Columbia parks and trails in Canada covers every type of landscape and seascape including mountain ranges, rivers, lakes, glaciers, forests, wetlands, wildlife, ecological and heritage. All play a big part in the creation of our BC parks system. Some of our BC Parks and heritage trails tells the long history of Canada. Others are for protection of wildlife, floral and fauna. Then there are those strictly designed for adventures and leisure living outdoors. There are over 11,400,000 hectares of BC parkland in Canada with over 2,700 kilometres of hiking and mountain biking trails.
Over 800+ BC Parks in the province
There are over 800 or so British Columbia parks in Canada. This, by no means, is the total number of wilderness and recreation parks in British Columbia, Canada as there are many others that do not fall under the Provincial umbrella. Other parks in the province includes a few National parks and many smaller community, regional, hyro and forestry recreation parks located throughout the province. Only 12.5% of our province is protected by BC Parks and 0.6% is protected by National Parks.
British Columbia parks and trails are used for many occasions and activities. The Khutzeymateen Provincial Park is Canada's only grizzly bear sanctuary. The Tweedsmuir Provincial Park is British Columbia's largest provincial park covering 989,616 hectares. On Vancouver Island the 440 metre Della Falls in Strathcona Park is Canada's highest waterfall and is one of the ten highest falls in the world! Parks are an important part of our province providing thousands an opportunity to enjoy the wilderness outdoors. It is said 6 out of 10 people living in BC visit a park every year. The British Columbia parks and recreation sites are here for yours and our tourism enjoyment. Please help us care for them and respect them. Do not leave garbage behind. Do not feed the wildlife. Always ask questions on the services, amenities, fees and rules to live by when in the park.British Columbia Parks and Trails in Canada Summary
British Columbia Parks and Trails in Canada
Click the BC Regions below to view parks, trails and places in that area.
Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Parks and Trails
Gulf Islands Parks and Trails
Haida Gwaii Parks and Trails
Kootenay Parks and Trails
Lower Mainland Parks and Trails
North BC Parks and Trails
Okanagan Parks and Trails
Sunshine Coast Parks and Trails
Thompson Shuswap Parks and Trails
Whistler Region Parks and Trails
James Chabot Provincial Park
The park is a very popular summer lake destination for adventure, beach, sun and fun. The 14 hectare park includes a sandy beach, grassy lawns, wheelchair accessible flush toilets, change rooms, running cold water taps, lakefront playground, many picnic tables - with some under the shade of trees.
Read moreInvermere
Hixon Falls
It is an easy-going short hiking trail (150 metres maybe) through a forest along the banks of the Hixon River which connects to a canyon and Hixon Falls. The canyon is home to chutes, river rapids, protective pools and swimming holes. It all depends on the season too, as river levels will fluctuate
Read moreHixon Creek Road
Hixon BC Canada
Capilano Bridge
The park is an adventure destinations located in the North Vancouver, BC. The central highlight is the 136 metre (446 feet) hanging suspension bridge which spans across a deep gorge canyon 70 metres (230 feet) high above the Capilano River.
Read moreNorth Vancouver
Skimikin Lake
A recreation lake with a quiet recreation campground with hiking, biking and horseback riding and snowshoeing trails.
Read more1660 Skimikin Rd
Salmon Arm
Village of Wells
Wells, BC, Canada in the North Cariboo-Chilcotin Region, British Columbia is a small town in the Cariboo Mountains perched up on a hill near the Jack of Clubs Lake east of Quesnel BC. The community is surrounded by a network of lakes and rivers, recreational trails, wildlife and B.C. history.
Read moreHighway #26
Quesnel
Gulf of Georgia Cannery
Gulf of Georgia Cannery is a National Historic Site situated on the waterfront in Steveston Landing. The cannery was built in 1894 and operated until 1979 and became one of British Columbia's biggest exporters of fish goods and leading producers of canned salmon.
Read more4th Avenue
Richmond
Last Spike
The Last Spike historic site is the feature attraction located at a major rest stop located on the Trans Canada Highway, east of Sicamous BC and west of Revelstoke, BC. Marking the historic event is a large stone monument accompanied by a rail car.
Read moreTrans Canada Highway
Sicamous
Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park
Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park is home to hiking, great fishing, wildlife sightseeing, and a quiet camping spot only a 30 minute drive from downtown Merritt BC. Scenic views of rolling grasslands and dry open forest surround the sparkling turquoise waters.
Read moreBates Road
Merritt
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Golden Ears Provincial Park
Golden Ears Provincial Park is an exceptional destination for outdoor adventures. There is an extensive trail network for hiking, mountain biking & horseback riding with varying trail lengths and difficulties. Alouette Lake is picturesque and fun for all watersports, picnicking & camping.
Read more24480 Fern Crescent, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1
Maple Ridge
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Sai'kuz First Nation Park
The small park is located on Kenney Dam Road and overlooks the high banks of Stoney Creek protected by two towering Totem Poles.
Read moreKenney Dam Road
Vanderhoof
Walk the Wildside Trail (Ahousaht)
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Ahousaht
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Sasquatch Mountain Resort Agassiz, British Columbia, Canada
Sasquatch Mountain Resort in Agassiz, British Columbia, Canada offers an exciting mix of terrain for riders of all levels, from gentle groomers to challenging glades and powder-filled tree runs. Located in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley, this hidden gem provides breathtaking alpine views.
Read moreHemlock Valley Road
Agassiz
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Chaster Park
Chaster Park is located in Gibsons on the lower portion of the Sunshine Coast. The area is a popular day use destination for picnics, beach walks and beach combing, especially at low tide.
Read moreOcean Beach Esplanade
Gibsons
Old Cascade Highway
The Old Cascade Highway is a historic transportation route which is the ultimate day trip through the mountains via a narrow, gravel road traveling over two mountain summits.
Read moreOld Cascade Highway
Rossland
Ladner Harbour Park
The park is a small community park located on the banks of the Fraser River in the community of Ladner, BC, Canada. The park enjoys excellent views of marine traffic and amenities like a day use picnic area, picnic shelter, an off leash dog park, playground, sightseeing benches, washrooms and walkin
Read moreMcNeely`s Way
Ladner