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photo of Kwadacha Wilderness ' Kwadacha Wilderness Provincial Park
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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites wilderness, backcountry, walk-in camping group camping - 15 or more campers picnic, day-use facilities, no camping wheelchair accessiblity drinking water toilets showers sani-stations, sani-dumps firewood, campfires There are no electrical hook-ups in this park interpretive, educational programs
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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • No park alerts at this time.

Park Info:

This park offers spectacular scenery in a pristine wilderness area, accessed through a 150 km trail beginning just north of Trutch on the Alaska Highway. It follows the north side of the Prophet River, then switches into the Muskwa Valley and follows the Muskwa to Fern lake. The second trail begins west of the Sikanni Chief on the Alaska Highway and heads northward, eventually joining up with the first trail. Kwadacha houses a diversity of habitat that supports ample wildlife, ranging from wolves to Siberian lemmings. If you are a bird enthusiast, this is the place to visit, with over 70 species of birds including grebes, teals, hawks, falcons, kestrels, eagles, warblers and even Lapland Longspurs. Watch for signs of bear activity and make plenty of noise. To help maintain the natural state of this area, pack out all garbage.

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Park Size: 114,444 ha

Special Notes:

  • This remote wilderness area is recommended for experienced hikers and horseback riders only.
  • While in the backcountry, it is important that hikers be prepared for all weather conditions. Carry first-aid equipment and extra clothing and food.
  • Backcountry cookstoves help conserve trees; fires are discouraged here.

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:
  • Approximately 160 km southwest of Fort Nelson. Standard access by aircraft or horse, but no road access.

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 par
  • Location Map

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Nature & Culture:
  • Wildlife - Kwadacha houses a diversity of habitat which supports ample wildlife, ranging from wolves to Siberian lemmings. There are over 70 species of birds including grebes, teals, hawks, falcons, kestrels, eagles, warblers and even Lapland Longspurs. 
  • General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information


Visitor Safety:
  • There are numerous river crossings which have the potential to be treacherous.
  • Refrain from drinking water without preboiling it, as water may carry giardia or other parasites.

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

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

Walk-in/wilderness campsites in this park are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations are not accepted.

Explore Parks: Fees, park listings, what you should know before you go and other useful links.

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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.

wilderness, backcountry,  walk-in camping

Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. The park is open year round, if accessible.

group camping - 15 or more campers

No group campsites.

picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

No day-use or picnic facilities.

wheelchair accessibility

There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.

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drinking water

Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.

toilets

No toilets.

showers

No showers.

sani-stations, sani-dumps

No sani-station/dump facilities.

firewood, campfires

Campfires are not permitted.

There are no electrical hook-ups in this park There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
interpretive,  educational  programs

There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

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walking, hiking trails

This park offers spectacular scenery in a pristine wilderness area, accessed through a 150 km trail beginning just north of Trutch on the Alaska Highway. It follows the north side of the Prophet River, then switches into the Muskwa Valley and follows the Muskwa to Fern lake. The second trail begins west of the Sikanni Chief on the Alaska Highway and heads northward, eventually joining up with the first trail. 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.

playgrounds

This park does not have a playground.
swimming

No swimming.

canoeing, kayaking

There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.

power boats, boat launch

This park does not have a boat launch.

fishing

Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

cycling, mountain biking, bicycling

Cycling is not permitted.

horses, horseback riding

Horseback riding is permitted at this park.

pets, domestic animals in parks 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.
wildlife viewing

No wildlife viewing opportunities.

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winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating

No winter recreation opportunities.

scuba, snorkelling

No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.

windsurfing

No windsurfing opportunities.

waterskiing

No waterskiing opportunities.

hunting

No hunting in the park.

climbing, rock climbing

No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.

spelunking, caving

No spelunking or caving opportunities.

cabins, yurts, lodges

No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.

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