Ministry of Environment - Bulkley Junction Provincial Park

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Park Info:

Bulkley Junction Provincial Park is a beautiful piece of land along the Skeena River, just south of where the Bulkley and Skeena Rivers join. Vegetation is unique and consists of a small area of Interior cedar and hemlock. This new park provides easy river access for anglers and recreational opportunities for everyone.

Park Size: 133 hectares

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Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Approved Management Direction Statement

Location:

Location Map

Bulkley Junction Provincial Park is located directly across from Hazelton and the confluence of the Skeena and Bulkley Rivers. Bulkley Junction is easily accessed via the Kitwanga Back Road, which bisects the park. The back road is accessed from the Kispiox Road at a point just north of the Skeena River Bridge. The nearest communities, towns and cities are New Hazelton and Old Hazelton.

Map/Brochure:

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Location Map

Nature & Culture:

History - Bulkley Junction Provincial Park was established after recommendations and became an official Class A park in 1997.
Cultural Heritage - Bulkley Junction Provincial Park lies in the asserted traditional territory of the Gitxsan people and an old cart trail and possibly a grease trail may have passed through the area.
Conservation - The park protects a portion of the Nass Ranges ecosection and a riparian zone on the Skeena River's alluvial floodplain. Also protected is a gently sloping glaciofluvial terrace, a possible freshwater spring along the park's northeast bank and moose and bear habitat.
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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.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	There are no facilities provided for backcountry 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.
	Visitors must supply their own firewood. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	There are no developed trails at this park.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	Bulkley Junction Park provides easy access to fishing opportunities on the Skeena River. This park is being protected to allow public access to confluence of the Skeena and Bulkley rivers for purposes of seasonal salmon fishing. Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC 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 horses and/or 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. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	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.