Ministry of Environment - Coquihalla River Provincial Park

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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

There are no facilities remaining in this park. The only picnic area was flooded in 1996 and the picnic area was closed and the furniture was removed.

Park Info:

This park encompasses 100 hectares along two narrow strips of land along the Coquihalla River. The ground bars and channels of the Coquihalla provide opportunities for spawning of Steelhead and other endemic fish species to the Coquihalla River.

The general public utilizes the area for a stop-off along the Coquihalla Highway for resting, fishing and viewing in a river environment.The park provides lovely fall colours due to the large number of Vine Maples and also reveals remnants of the old Kettle Valley Railway located 60 metres above the river on the west slope.

There are no BC Parks day-use facilities in this park due to the past flooding events of the Coquihalla River.

Park Size: 103 hectares

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Approved Master Plan

Location:

This Park is located approximately 25 km north of Hope on highway 5.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

Boundary Map of Coquihalla River Provincial Park

Nature & Culture:

History - The Coquihalla River Recreation Area was established in 1986 as part of a series of parks developed along the new Highway in order to provide travelers with rest stop and recreation opportunities.
General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

Visitor Safety:

General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping.

No camping at this park.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	Campfires are not permitted.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
	No horseback riding.
	Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
	The large number of Vine Maples within this park provide beautiful fall colour views. Remnants of the old Kettle Valley Railway located 60 metres above the river on the west slope are also a popular sight.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	No hunting in the park.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.