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Coldwater River Provincial Park
About This Park
Coldwater River Provincial Park protects a representative portion of a river valley ecosystem. The valley is recognized as having high potential for outdoor recreation opportunities.
The Coldwater River runs north alongside the highway with its source being the Coquihalla Lakes. The area provides opportunities for fishing and nature and historical interpretation.
Park Size: 69 hectares
Date Established: May 15, 1986
Know Before You Go
Park Safety
- Bring your own drinking water; potable water is not available in the park.
Location
Coldwater River Park is located 50 km south of Merritt on Highway #5, just north of the tollbooths.
Nature and Culture
- History: Coldwater River was established as a Class A park in 1986.
- Cultural Heritage: This area is part of the Coldwater First Nation’s territory. It is part of their traditional fishing area.There is historical significance relating to the Kettle Valley Railway.
- Conservation: Protects important riparian areas including river wildlife habitats and steelhead spawning.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Management Planning
- Management Planning Information
- Approved management plan for Coldwater River Provincial Park [PDF]
Disclaimer:
This is not the original management planning product. This document has been scanned from the original format of the plan. It may contain some formatting changes, however the content is consistent with the original.
Activities Available at this Park

Fishing
The river is shallow and gravel-bottomed, providing good steelhead spawning habitat. Fishing is for steelhead. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Hiking
There are no developed trails at this park. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs. Shortcutting developed trails destroys plant life and soil structure.