Park overview
Prophet River Hotsprings Park is located along the shores of the Prophet River. This wilderness park, accessible by hiking, horse or helicopter, is surrounded by the Eastern Muskwa Ranges and protects locally significant hot springs.
The tufa mound created by mineral deposits from the springs is surrounded on one side by stands of black spruce that thin out to the alpine of the surrounding mountains. Adventurous visitors to this park will be rewarded with scenic vistas and wonderful wildlife viewing opportunities.
Advisories
Special notes
- Off-Road Vehicles (ORVs) are prohibited in this park. ORVs include ATVs, off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles and side-by-sides.
Camping
Wilderness camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.
Facilities
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
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
There are opportunites for viewing wildlife. Stones sheep, elk, moose, deer, black bear and grizzly bear frequent the area.
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 & Trapping Regulations Synopsis.
Prophet River Hot Springs Park is located in the upper reaches of the Prophet River some 60 km west of the Alaska Highway and about 250 km northwest of Fort St. John. The area is not accessible by road, but there is a horse and hiking trail up the Prophet River and from Redfern-Keily Park.
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Park details
- Date established: June 29, 1999
- Size: 184 hectares
Nature and culture
History
The area was identified in the Fort Nelson Land and Resource Management Plan in 1997 as a Protected Area. In 1999, the area was subsequently designated as a provincial park.
Cultural Heritage
Prophet River First Nations traditional use.
Conservation
The primary role of Prophet River Hot Springs Park is to protect the sensitive hot springs habitats and the abundant diversity of wildlife associated with those habitats. The park is located within the Eastern Muskwa Ranges adjacent to the Prophet River, which has been provincially designated as a Heritage River.
Wildlife
A diverse variety of wildlife species utilize the area. Examples of large mammals include Stone’s sheep, moose, caribou, elk, mountain goat, grizzly bear, black bear, and wolves.
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.