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
Coldwater River park protects a representative portion of a river valley ecosystem. The valley is recognized as having high potential for outdoor recreation opportunities. The Coldwater River runs north alongside the highway with its source being the Coquihalla Lakes. The area provides opportunities for fishing and nature and historical interpretation.
General Visitor Information
Bring your own drinking
water, as potable water is not available in the park.
Coldwater River Park is located 50 km south of Merritt on Highway #5, just north of the tollbooths.
Nature & Culture
History - Coldwater River was established as a Class A park in 1986.
CulturalHeritage- This area is part of the Coldwater First Nation's territory. It is part of their traditional fishing area.There is historical significance relating to the Kettle Valley Railway.
Conservation - Protects important riparian areas including river wildlife habitats and steelhead spawning.
The river is shallow and gravel bottomed providing good steelhead spawning habitat. Fishing is for steelhead. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
There are no developed trails at this park. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs. Shortcutting developed trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
