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Visitors - Important Notice!
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Park
Info:
With a backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, the Sukunka River
highlights a scenic vista as it cascades over vertical bands
of bedrock layers in a series of waterfalls and rapids. Three
sets of falls are located in the park, the northernmost being
the most impressive of the series. Unique viewing opportunities
are offered of the Sukunka Falls and rapids from roadside
locations. In addition, the river setting provides visitors
with a variety of recreational opportunities, which include
fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping.
Park
Size: 423
hectares
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management
Planning Information
Location:
Sukunka
Falls Provincial Park is located approximately 45 km south
of Chetwynd via the Chetwynd-Tumbler Ridge Highway and the
Sukunka Forest Service road. At km 21 of the Sukunka Forest
Service road, there is a pullout which provides visitors with
a good view of the falls, rapids and surrounding parkland.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
- There
are no digital maps or brochures for this park.
- Location
Map
Nature
& Culture:
History - Sikanni
and Beaver First Nations are known to have occupied
the Sukunka Valley during the time of European exploration
in the Peace River region. Prescott Fay, in 1914 wrote: "At
this point the river goes through a rocky canyon, above
which are a series of very pretty cascades and small,
symmetrical falls, so much so as to be almost artificial."
In
1966 a reserve was established to preserve the scenic
upper falls viewpoint and in 1972 it was expanded to
include the lower falls. Sukunka Falls was established
as a Provincial Park in 1981.
Cultural
Heritage - The Sikanni
and Beaver First Nations have traditionally used the area.
Conservation -
Boreal white and black spruce is characteristic of the
valley bottom with stands of aspen, cottonwood, and poplar.
The Sukunka valley has been identified as key winter
range for moose and deer.
Wildlife - Wildlife
species inhabiting the park area include moose, black
bear, lynx, wolf, and hare as well as a wide variety
of avian species such as loons, grebes, spruce grouse
and bald eagles. Within the Sukunka River arctic grayling,
bull trout, Rocky Mountain whitefish, and rainbow trout
are common.
Visitor
Safety:
- Backcountry
and Marine Ethics
- The
Sukunka River drops 50 metres from one end of the park
to the other. Below the falls, the water is navigable
by canoe and riverboat. Always use caution, the Sukunka
River can be challenging even to experienced canoeists
and boaters.
- Visitors
to this park are advised when travelling the Sukunka
Forest Service road to use extreme caution and have
the radio frequency to maintain contact with the truck
traffic.
General
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.
Reservations
are not accepted at this park, all campsites are on a first-come,
first-served basis. For parks that accept reservations or
information on the reservation service, click
here.
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No
vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
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Wilderness,
backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities
are provided.
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No
group campsites.
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No
day-use or picnic facilities.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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Bring
your own drinking water as potable water is not available
in the park.
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No
toilets. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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To
preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't
gather firewood from the area around your campsite
or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important
habitat element for many plants and animals and
it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve
firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire
small. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for
cooking.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park. |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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There
are no developed trails at this park. Visitors adventuring into backcountry/wilderness area, should be cautious and safe.
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This
park does not have a playground.
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No
swimming.
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The
Sukunka River drops 50 metres from one end of the park
to the other. Below the falls, the water is navigable
by canoe and riverboat. Always use caution, the Sukunka
River can be challenging even to experienced canoeists
and boaters.
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This
park does not have a boat launch.
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Within
the Sukunka River, arctic grayling, bull trout, Rocky
Mountain whitefish, and rainbow trout are common. Anyone
fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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Horses
and/or horseback riding are permitted in the park. |
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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.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or
other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential
for problems with bears.
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There are wildlife viewing opportunities in the
park.
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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There is no hunting allowed in this park.
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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