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
Wistaria Park provides boat access to Ootsa Lake and a small area for picnicking.
Wistaria Park is located approximately 60km southwest of Burns Lake and approximately 80km southeast of Houston. From Burns Lake, follow Highway 35 south and take the ferry across Francois Lake. Head southwest on Keefe Road to Ootsa-Nadina Road then follow Wistaria Main Road to the park. From Houston, follow the Morice River Road south to the Morice-Owen Road, then the Ootsa-Nadina Road. Follow Wistaria Main Road to the park. The closest community is Burns Lake.
Nature & Culture
History - Wistaria Provincial Park was designated as a Class A Park in 1981 by the Provincial Government.
Cultural Heritage - Wistaria Park lies within the asserted traditional territories of the Sekanni-Carrier and Wet’suwet’en First Nations.
Conservation - Wistaria Provincial Park lies within the Bulkley Basin Ecosection.
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
Activities Available At This Park
Canoeing
Wistaria Park provides access to Ootsa Lake where there are kayaking and canoeing opportunities.
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Pets on Leash
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.
Facilities Available At This Park
Boat Launch
This park has a singlewide concrete boat launch with a gentle grade. Boaters must use caution on Oosta Lake due to weather conditions and underwater hazards such as submerged stumps and trees.
