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Buckinghorse River Wayside

About the Park

A scenic campground for those traveling the Alaska Highway, Buckinghorse River Provincial Park provides visitors with a chance to view moose or fish for arctic grayling.

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Pink Mountain, CA
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Contact

www.bcparks.ca

Rates

Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $20.00 per party/night
BC Senior’s Rate (day after Labour Day to June 14 only): $10.00 per senior party/night.

Facilities

This park offers 17 vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come, first-served basis; campsite reservations are not accepted.
The sites are able to accommodate an RV of up to 32 feet in length, with no height restriction.

There is a small boat launch, wildlife viewing and swimming opportunities in the river. Firewood is available for sale.

Location

Approximately 200 km northwest of Fort St. John at kilometer 278 of the Alaska Highway (Hwy 97).55 ha.

Size

55 ha.

Park Amenities


  • Vehicle accessible camping facilities

  • Picnic sites

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Pit Toilets

  • Campfires allowed

  • Boat Launch

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Swimming

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Bicycling

  • Wildlife Viewing
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