North Thompson River Park
126 ha
Area
1967
Established
Class A
Park class
Park
Type
About this Park
A lovely campground situated at the confluence of the Clearwater and North Thompson Rivers. Popular with travellers on Highway 5 with young families, or as a base camp for visitors exploring Wells Gray Park and the Clearwater area.
Safety information
- During flood season in June and July, currents can be very fast and powerful in the main part of the river.
Special notes
- At a viewpoint overlooking the meeting of the two rivers, the green of the Clearwater can be easily distinguished from the muddy brown of the North Thompson.
- Attractions in the area include rafting and whitewater kayaking, fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, boat tours and golfing. The town of Clearwater is the gateway to Wells Gray Park, which is about 20 minutes from North Thompson River Park.
- Services such as gas, propane and food may be found in Clearwater. Information on Wells Gray and other provincial parks can be found at the Wells Gray Travel Information Centre in Clearwater.
Location notes
This park is located 5 km south of Clearwater, just off Highway 5.
Activities
- 195:Hiking There are four easy, short trails within the park:Northside Trail 1.1 km, 20 minutesSouthside Trail 0.5 km, 10 minutesCampground Loop 1.2 km, 25 minutes (including trail from parking lot to campground)Terrace Loop 1.3 km, 30 minutes.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.
- 195:Fishing For anglers who enjoy river fishing, there are several vantage points easily accessible within the park.
- 195: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 the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.
- 195:Cycling Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within North Thompson River Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.
Facilities
- 195:Picnic areas This park has a day-use and picnic area.
- 195:Pit or flush toilets This park only has pit toilets, no flush toilets.
- 195:Drinking water Cold water taps are located throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.
- 195:Accessibility information Accessibility information is available for this park.
- 195:Playground Excellent adventure playground for small children.
- 195:Sani-station A sani-station and dump is available during the collecting season.Sani-station use fee: $5 per discharge
- 195:Campfires Campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite. We encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
Location
51.62861, -120.08105 · Thompson Northern Forests
