Bobtail Mountain Park
About this Park
Designated in June 2000, this 1,360 hectare park features an unusual outcropping of serpentine rock.
The Bobtail Mountain trailhead is southeast of the park. This forest service trail is about 5 km in length with a change in elevation of 470 metres. It meanders up along the southern park boundary to a south facing viewpoint at the summit of Bobtail Mountain, ending at a north facing viewpoint where a small hut has been built to provide shelter. There are no other facilities provided.
Safety information
- General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
- Please bring your own water as potable water is not available in the park.
Location notes
The park is located about 55 km southwest of Prince George with access via the Gregg Creek forest service road. The nearest community is Prince George.
(Map reference: 93G/11)
Activities
- 9855:Hiking This 5 km trail (one-way) is marked by red paint and flagging. The trail starts with a short climb, thereafter continuing with gentle ups and downs. Along the way there are two short side trails leading to south-aspect viewpoints. The first is the actual summit of Bobtail Mountain. The trail ends at a view point where there is a cabin suitable for day-use. There is no water or stove; therefore the cabin is unsuitable for overnight use. The view point provides good views northwest towards Norman Lake. Gregg Creek Forest Service Road is rough with potholes and logging activity; please use caution when traveling the road. Bobtail Mountain Road is in fair condition from the turn off from the Gregg Creek Forest Service Road at 23.5 km to 5 km where the bridge has been removed. Please note that the removal of the bridge will add 2 km to your hike each way. Please park appropriately at this location to allow other users access to the area. Use caution when crossing the creek.For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
- 9855:Fishing
- 9855: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
53.68735, -123.36258 · Upper Fraser
