Park overview
Situated in the Kechika Mountains, this small park protects important habitat for mountain goat. Horneline Creek cuts though a large glacial terrace and steep cliffs provide a refuge for mountain goat. There are few backcountry recreation opportunities.
Advisories
Safety info
- Hikers and campers should be prepared for all weather conditions in this changeable climate. Always carry first-aid equipment and extra clothing and food.
- Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park. Water sources in the backcountry may carry giardia or other parasites. Boil or filter all water when in the backcountry.
Special notes
- Observe mountain goats from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee.
Camping
Wilderness camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.
Facilities
Please keep backcountry campfires small. Portable stoves are recommended for cooking.
Campfire bans may be in place. Before lighting a fire, check for bans or restrictions on BC Wildfire Service and on local or Indigenous government websites.
Activities
Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for detailed information.
Located near the Kechika River, about 130 km south of Lower Post and about 30 km north of Denetiah Park. Access is by river boat and foot. The Kechika River is the main access route to the park. Access to the Kechika River primarily occurs at Skooks Landing, near the community of Fireside, and involves a 250 km boat trip. The historic Davie Trail, which travels from Fort Ware to Lower Post, follows a portion of the Kechika River adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Trench.
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Park details
- Date established: June 29, 1999
- Size: 298 hectares
Nature and culture
History
The Fort Nelson Land and Resource Management Plan (1997) recommended the area as a protected area due to wildlife significance; it was subsequently designated as a provincial park in 1999.
Conservation
Horneline Creek is located in the Kechika Mountains ecosection of the northern portion of the Rocky Mountain Trench. In the park, Horneline Creek cuts through a large glacial terrace to create steep cliffs. The sandstone bedrock material gives rise to a large mineral lick. Pockets of grasslands and stands of aspen line the canyon.
Wildlife
Steep cliffs, providing habitat for mountain goats, occur along either side of Horneline Creek. The most notable feature is a large mineral lick used by goat populations; as many as 60 to 75 goats have been observed in the area at one time.
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.