Beatton River Park

185 ha
Area
2000
Established
Class A
Park class
Park
Type

About this Park

Beatton River Park protects rich riparian habitat at the confluence of the Beatton and Peace Rivers. Visitors to the area can best access the park by boat.

Enjoy a picnic, watch wildlife or relax on the river’s edge and appreciate the surrounding scenic views.

Special notes

  • Off-Road Vehicles (ORVs) are prohibited in this park. ORVs include ATVs, off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles and side-by-sides.
  • This is a user-maintained site. Please work with BC Parks to help manage this important riparian ecosystem by practicing leave-no trace principles and reporting any park violations or ecological damage to BC Parks in Fort St John at 250-787-3411.

Location notes

Beatton River Park is located at the confluence of the Beatton and Peace Rivers and is only accessible by boat. The park is approximately 40 km from Fort St. John.

Activities

  • 8094:Hiking Visitors can walk around the area but there are no developed trails at this park.
  • 8094:Canoeing There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
  • 8094:Fishing Visitors to the area can best access the park by paddling down the Peace or Beatton Rivers. 
  • 8094:Wildlife viewing There are wildlife viewing opportunities in the park.
  • 8094:Pets on leash Pets and 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.
  • 8094:Horseback riding Horseback riding is permitted.
  • 8094:Hunting The discharge and carrying of firearms is permitted in this park for the purposes of hunting during open season. Please consult the BC Government Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for more information. Contact BC Parks at parkinfo@gov.bc.ca with any specific questions.

Location

56.10011, -120.37578 · Peace

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