A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
This linear park protects a large portion of the upper Cariboo River and surrounding wetlands, from Kimball Lake downstream to where the river enters Cariboo Lake. It is critical habitat for wildlife, especially moose and waterfowl. The waterfalls, old-growth and estuaries at this park can be accessed via canoe or power boat. The park provides opportunities for water-based recreation: canoeing, rafting and power boating. This park is a wilderness area that is not regularly serviced or patrolled.
Park Size: 3,211 hectares
General Visitor Information
Watch for river hazards such as sweepers (trees hanging into the water), deadheads (submerged trees), sand and gravel bars, and high water during spring runoff or heavy rains.
Visitor Safety:
Swimming is not recommended, due to high volume water flow
with dangerous currents.
Watch for river hazards such as sweepers (trees hanging into the water),
deadheads (submerged trees), sand and gravel bars, and high water during
spring runoff or heavy rains.
Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available in
the park.
Vehicle access is on logging roads from Likely or Barkerville in snow free months only. The park is located approximately 90 km from the town of Likely on the 8400 Road or 70 km from the town of Barkerville on the 3100 Road. Please drive with caution on these active logging roads. Use your headlights at all times. The closest communities, towns and cities are Wells, Likely, Barkerville, Quesnel and Williams Lake.
Only paddlers experienced with moving water should attempt this section of the Cariboo River (which is mellow compared with some sections outside the park). Wear approved PFDs and watch for deadheads and sweepers.
Fishing
Fish for rainbow trout and bull trout. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Visitors can cross-country ski or snowshoe in the park but there are no set trails.
Facilities Available At This Park
Boat Launch
The boat launch is gravel and may be flooded at high water. It is next to the bridge by the information shelter. The road access is narrow and confined.
Campfires
While campfires are permitted, it is preferable to use a camp stove, since this is a fragile environment. If you must have a fire, bring your own firewood or use only dead and down wood. Please use existing campfire rings, do not build new ones.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. There is an information shelter at the Cariboo River crossing on the 3100 Road.
