About the Park
Buckinghorse River Provincial Park is a scenic campground ideally suited for travellers along the Alaska Highway seeking a peaceful stop in nature. Surrounded by northern wilderness, the park offers a relaxing setting to stretch your legs, enjoy a riverside picnic, or settle in for the night.
Visitors often have the opportunity to spot wildlife, including moose that frequent the area, and anglers can try their luck fishing for Arctic grayling in the Buckinghorse River. With its quiet atmosphere and natural beauty, the park provides a memorable break along this iconic northern route.
Pink Mountain, CA
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Contact
For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/buckinghorse-river-wayside-park/
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
