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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
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Park
Info:
Situated in the Kechika Mountains, this small park protects
important habitat for mountain goat. Horneline Creek cuts
though a large glacial terrace; steep cliffs provide a refuge
for mountain goat. There are few backcountry recreation opportunities.

Park
Size: 298
hectares
Special
Notes:
- Observe
mountain goats from a distance so they are not scared
or forced to flee.
Management
Planning:
Location:
Located
near the Kechika River, about 130 km south of Lower Post
and about 30 km north of Denetiah
Park. Access is by river boat and foot. The Kechika
River is the main access route to the park. Access to
the Kechika River primarily occurs at Skooks Landing,
near the community of Fireside, and involves a 250 km
boat trip. The historic Davie Trail, which travels from
Fort Ware to Lower Post, follows a portion of the Kechika
River adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Trench.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
- There
are no digital maps or brochures for this park.
- Location
Map

Nature
& Culture:
- History - The Fort Nelson
Land and Resource Management Plan (1997) recommended the area as
a protected area due to wildlife significance; it was subsequently
designated as a provincial park in 1999.
- Conservation - Horneline
Creek is located in the Kechika Mountains ecosection of the northern
portion of the Rocky Mountain Trench. In the park, Horneline Creek
cuts through a large glacial terrace to create steep cliffs. The sandstone
bedrock material gives rise to a large mineral lick. Pockets of grasslands
and stands of aspen line the canyon.
- Wildlife - Steep cliffs, providing habitat for mountain goats, occur along either side of Horneline Creek. The most notable feature is a large mineral lick used by goat populations; as many as 60-75 goats have been observed in the area at one time.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Visitor
Safety:
- Hikers
and campers should be prepared for all weather conditions
in this changeable climate. Always carry first-aid equipment
and extra clothing and food. Water sources in the backcountry
may carry giardia or other parasites. Boil or filter
all water when in the backcountry.
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.
Reservations are not accepted for the wilderness/backcountry campsites available at this park.
Explore
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No
vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
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Wilderness,
backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities
are provided.
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No
group campsites.
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No
day-use or picnic facilities.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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Bring
your own drinking water as potable water is not available
in the park.
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No
toilets. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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There
are hiking opportunities in the park. For your own
safety and preservation of the park, obey posted
signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting
trails destroy plant life and soil structure.
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This
park does not have a playground. |
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No
swimming.
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There
are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this
park.
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This
park does not have a boat launch.
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There are no fishing opportunities in Horneline
Creek Provincial Park.
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Cycling
is not permitted.
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There
are few opportunities for backcountry horseback
riding. Riders should be experienced and prepared
for wilderness travel, as there are no designated
trails. Horseback
riders are required to obtain a letter
of permission from the BC Parks.
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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.Backcountry
areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to
wildlife issues and the potential for problems with
bears. |
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No
wildlife viewing opportunities. 
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the
area should refer to the current BC
Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for
detailed information.
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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