Park overview
Fred Antoine Park is a class A provincial park. It represents two watersheds which protect stands of interior Douglas fir old-growth forest. The parks has a unique range of very dry forest types in rugged, steep terrain with delicate riparian areas.
The area includes a complete and undisturbed watershed (Antoine Creek) and the upper elevations of Fred Creek. It contains critical wildlife winter and spring range such as migration corridors for goats and mule deer. There as known occurrences of the blue-listed fisher, California bighorn sheep, rubber boa, peregrine falcon as well as grizzly bear, wolves and cougar. This park provides an important space for Harlequin duck nesting and rearing. The downstream fisheries including salmon spawning grounds.
Fred Antoine Park offers a wilderness recreation experience and contains numerous signs and artefacts of First Nations traditional use.
Advisories
Activities
Backcountry areas are rarely suited for dogs due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears. Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times. Visitors are responsible for the behavior of pets and domestic animals and must dispose of their excrement.
Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for regulations.
This park is located approximately 25 km northwest of Lillooet.
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Park details
- Date established: June 3, 2010
- Size: 8,230 hectares
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
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