Skeena - Terrace/Prince Rupert

Operator:

Northwest Escapes Ltd.

BC Parks - Skeena Camping

Skeena Region is home of the Kermode "Spirit Bear." Kermodes were sighted last year in the Cranberry area north of Nisga'a Memorial Laval Bed Provincial Park and in the Kitimat Valley south of Lakelse Lake Provincial Park. So take your time and watch for bears!

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Diana Lake

Size: 233 Ha
Facilities: Day-use area, pit toilets, picnic shelter, hand water pump.
Location: 16 km east of Prince Rupert on Highway 16.
Diana Lake is a good day-use area and is frequented by local residents; a hiking trail along Diana Creek offers a unique perspective of the coastal rain forest. Diana Lake is a good place to rest if you are waiting for the ferry, and is only a 25-minute drive to the ferry terminal.

Exchamsiks River

Size: 18 Ha
Facilities: Boat launch, interpretive trail, 2 day-use areas.
Location: 50 km west of Terrace.
One of the day-use areas features a year-round boat launch, and the other a 0.5 km interpretive walk through old-growth forest. Exchamsiks River Park contains a rare Sitka spruce-salmon berry red listed plant community. The giant Sitka Spruce trees play an important role in this ecosystem. Hydrology, aspect, soil, plant composi¬tion, age, and topography have all combined over a long time to make this forest unique.

Kleanza Creek

Size: 269 Ha
Facilities: 32 campsites, picnic area, hand water pump.
Location: 15 km east of Terrace's Hwy 16 and Hwy 37 junction.
The park offers the local community camping and picnicking with an easy 1 km walking trail. Kleanza Creek cascades through a narrow canyon and is a great place to rest. The sounds of water and cool breezes make Kleanza Creek a must stop - especially on hot days. Its natural beauty attracts many local residents for special occasions and is used often for wedding photos.

Lakelse Lake

Size: 354 Ha
Facilities: 156 campsites, sandy beaches, shower buildings, playground, boat launch, moor¬ing floats, sani-station, and a private group campsite.
Location: 20 km south of Terrace and 40 km north of Kitimat on Highway 37.
Lakelse Lake Campground is a perfect place to set up camp for salmon fishing. Situated near Terrace between the Skeena and Kitimat rivers, it has all the facilities necessary to make your stay enjoyable -including showers. Main gate opens at 5:00 am so you don't miss the morning bite. Lakelse Lake Park is noted for gigantic Sitka Spruce trees, private campsites and great water based recreation. You'll also find hiking trails and an interpretive program. For group site reservations, contact Northwest Escapes office at(250) 638-8490. Lakelse Lake Office: Phone/Fax (250) 798-2466

Nisg'a Memorial Lava Bed Park

Size: 17638 Ha
Facilities: 16 campsites, picnic areas, water pump, pit toilets, Visitor Centre, interpretive trails, boat launch.
Location: 90 kms north of Terrace on the Nisga’a Highway.
The Park has one of Canada's most recent lava flows. Several day use sites allow visitors to view both the unique landscape and rich culture of the Nisga'a people. Guided tours to Volcano Cone are available by contacting Northwest Escapes Ltd by phone (250) 638-8490 or email: nwescapesbc@telus.net.

Prudhomme Lake

Size: 7 Ha
Facilities: 24 campsites, pit toilets.
Location: 16 km East of Prince Rupert on Hwy 16.
The park offers forested, lakefront campsites with paddling and fishing opportunities. This is a great place to wait for the ferry, or to use as a base for exploring Prince Rupert and the area.