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Park Info:

The Denetiah and Dall Lakes area has long been recognized for its remote wilderness location, stunning beauty and outstanding recreational values. Fine-textured beaches provide canoeing, fishing and camping opportunities at these lakes. An extensive alpine plain southwest of Denetiah Lake is an ideal location for hiking, horseback riding and wildlife and scenery viewing in a beautiful, remote wilderness setting. For the experienced backcountry adventurer, a portion of the Davie Trail, which extends from Fort Ware to Lower Post, travels through the park adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Trench. The Kechika River is recognized as an outstanding special feature for its superb wilderness float trip and wildlife viewing values. Located west of the Rocky Mountain Trench in the Cassiar Mountains, Denetiah marks the northwestern boundary of the Peace Liard district.

Park Size: 97,908 hectares

Special Notes:

Special care must be taken in alpine and sub-alpine areas. These are among the most fragile because of the severe conditions and short growing season. Please walk carefully and tread lightly.

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Online Management planning information for this park is not available at this time.

Location:

Denetiah Park lies primarily west of the Rocky Mountain Trench and approximately 160 km upstream of Fort Ware along the Kechika River. There are no designated roads entering the area. The park is a remote wilderness area and access is only by boat, and air or foot and horse along the Davie Trail from Lower Post. River access usually occurs at Skook's Landing, near the community of Fireside, and involves a 250 km boat trip. Most visitors to the area are members of guided hunting and/or fishing trips.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

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Visitor Safety:

Hikers and campers should be prepared for all weather conditions in this changeable climate.

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.
	Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.
	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.
	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.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	The Davie Trail, which extends north from Fort Ware to Lower Post, is a wilderness route that runs along the Kechika River in the Rocky Mountain Trench. This route is only recommended for experienced backcountry hikers or horseback riders, as the area is remote and there are many hazards such as river crossings.
	This park does not have a playground.
	There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
	The Kechika River and Dall and Denetiah Lakes provide excellent opportunities for remote, wilderness canoeing/kayaking. Access to Dall and Denetiah Lakes is only by air, while the Kechika River can be reached by road from the south and north ends.
	This park does not have a boat launch. Skook's Landing at Fireside along the Alaska Highway allows river boat access to the Kechika River.
	Anglers can fish for bull trout, lake trout, whitefish, arctic grayling and northern pike along the various creeks, lakes and rivers in the park. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	Denetiah Park provides excellent opportunities for backcountry horseback riding. Riders should be experience 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.
	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.Dogs should be under control to avoid any potential problem with wildlife..
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting and Trapping Regulation Synopsis for more details and information.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	There is a public use cabin on the northeast end of Denetiah Lake.