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 park includes the braided lower Finn Creek, a deep meandering channel, and islands in the North Thompson River. Note that no camping or day-use facilities are provided here. There are high values for Chinook, coho and bull trout spawning. The park offers Grizzly bear and moose habitat and has potential for many bird species.
Park Size: 303 ha
Stay Safe:
Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
The park is located on the North Thompson River, approximately 70 kilometres northeast of the town of Clearwater. The closest communities, towns and cities are Clearwater, Blue River and Kamloops.
Nature & Culture
History - The park was created as a result of recommendations made in the Kamloops Land and Resources Management Plan. It was established April 30, 1996.
Cultural Heritage - Old Hwy #5 along the west side of the park, with old homesites. Pinkie Peak adjacent to east park boundary was used by surveyors as a lookout point up and down the valley.
Conservation - The park features the braided meandering channel of Finn Creek, and a portion of the North Thompson River which contains some islands. Cottonwoods, cedars, hybrid spruce and birch along the wetter bottomlands exist in the park. The park protects important spawning habitat for bull trout, Coho and Chinook salmon. It is also an excellent year-round moose habitat.
Wildlife - Noted habitat for moose and a variety of bird species. Fish species include bull trout, chinook and coho salmon.
A canoe or kayak is necessary to access the North Thompson River in this area. Always exercise caution when navigating the North Thompson River. Sweepers and log jams may not always be visible in advance.
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Pets on Leash
You are responsible for behaviour of pets and domestic animals 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
There is no viewing platform but the park is a good spot for viewing spawning Chinook and other wildlife. Approximately 3 km from the park, the local regional district has a day use area that offers a viewing platform overlooking a spectacular river feature.
Winter Recreation
Back country skiing and snowshoeing are permitted but there are no maintained trails.
