Kiskatinaw River Protected Area
About This Park
Visitors to Kiskatinaw River Protected Area will enjoy the scenic grasslands and have a good opportunity to view wildlife, such as mule deer, on the open hillsides. Bald eagles and other raptors can be seen regularly flying along the river corridors.
Park Size: 198 hectares
Stay Safe:
- Backcountry and Marine Ethics
- Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
- Campfires are not permitted.
Location and Maps
Kiskatinaw River Protected Area is located at the confluence of the Kiskatinaw and Peace Rivers about 10 km from the Alberta border. There is no road access to this park.
Nature and Culture
- Cultural Heritage - The area has been traditionally used by First Nations of the Treaty 8 Tribal Association.
- Conservation - Kiskatinaw River Protected Area conserves rare grassland vegetation in the Peace Lowland ecosection. A red-listed species, the fennel-leaved desert parsley (Lomatium foeniculacrum var. foeniculaceum) has also been recorded at this site.
- Wildlife - Mule deer, white-tailed deer and other ungulates frequent the open hillsides. Coyote, beaver and other small mammals are also common throughout the area. The area has a great diversity and abundance of songbirds such as warblers.
Management Planning
Management Planning Information
- Online Management planning information for this park is not available at this time.
Activities Available at this Park
Canoeing
The Peace River provides good opportunities for recreational kayaking, canoeing, rafting and power boating.
Cycling
Cycling is permitted but there are no designated trails. Helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
Visitors can hike through the area but there are no developed trails at this park.
Horseback Riding
Horses and/or horseback riding are permitted. There are no designated trails.
Hunting
The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting and Trapping Regulation synopsis for more information.
Swimming
There are some swimming opportunities in the river. There are no lifeguards in provincial parks.
Wildlife Viewing
There are wildlife viewing opportunities.
