Nlháxten/Cerise Creek Conservancy
Conservancy overview
Nlháxten/Cerise Creek Conservancy was established as part of the Sea to Sky Land and Resource Management Plan. The conservancy conserves sites of ecological and cultural importance and is a popular destination for backcountry recreation. The area protected by this conservancy is important to local First Nations who historically used the area for cultural, ceremonial and spiritual practices. Culturally modified trees and rock art are present in the area.
Advisories
Maps and location
This conservancy borders the eastern boundary of Joffre Lakes Provincial Park’s eastern boundary and is located approximately 23 kilometres south of D’Arcy and 50 kilometres northeast of Whistler.
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Conservancy details
- Date established: June 27, 2008
- Size: 2272 hectares
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.