Mount Blanchet Park

Highlights in this park

Designated in January of 2001, Mount Blanchet Park protects valuable wildlife habitat including spring range for ungulates on the south-facing slopes along the northwest arm of Takla Lake.

Significant caribou over-wintering and calving areas, and alpine habitat suitable to mountain goat and grizzly bear. Sockeye salmon frequent several of the creeks.

Know before you go

Advisories

Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.

Visit responsibly

Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:

Maps and location

Location Map

Getting there

This mountainous park is located between the northwest arm and the main body of Takla Lake at Takla Narrows. There is no road access or facilities provided. (Map reference 93N/4 and 93N/5.)

Things to do

Hiking

There are no developed trails in this park however, there is a rough trail from the shore of Takla Lake to Mt. Blanchet. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.

Fishing

There are fishing opportunities in this park.

Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.

Wildlife viewing

Extensive alpine provides valuable habitat for local caribou, mountain goat and grizzly bear. Although difficult to access, this park provides a good wildlife viewing opportunities.

Hunting

Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check with Hunting and Trapping Synopsis for regulations.

Anyone hunting in British Columbia must comply with BC hunting regulations. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.

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.

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