Sikanni Chief Canyon Park

Highlights in this park

High above, on the canyons rim, wilderness enthusiasts are able to view the majestic canyon walls surrounding the swirling waters of the Sikanni Chief and Buckinghorse Rivers.

Birds of the boreal forests sing as mountain goats carefully navigate age-old trails along the steep slopes of the canyon.

Know before you go

Advisories

Special notes

Off-Road Vehicles (ORVs) are prohibited in this park. ORVs include ATVs, off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles and side-by-sides.

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

Getting there

Sikanni Chief Canyon Park is located 40 km east of the Alaska Highway near the confluence of the Sikanni Chief River and Buckinghorse River.

Camping

Wilderness camping

Wilderness camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.

Things to do

Canoeing

There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.

Fishing

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

Wildlife viewing

There are wildlife viewing opportunities to view animals such as goats.

Pets on leash

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. Dogs should be under control to avoid any potential problem with wildlife.

Hunting

The park is open to hunting. All hunters to the area should refer to the current BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis.

Facilities

Campfires

Keep fires small in the backcountry.

About this park

Cultural Heritage

Halfway River First Nation.

Conservation

Sikanni Chief Canyon Park encompasses a distinct section of two river canyons within the Sikanni Chief which is the Buckinghorse drainage of the Muskwa Plateau ecosection. Boreal white and black spruce forests dominate the landscape above the canyon. Alluvial stands of white spruce along the Sikanni Chief River are another key feature.

Wildlife

Visitors may see moose, black bear, or wolves that occur throughout the river corridor. Mountain goats, which reside along the steep cliffs above the river canyons, may also be seen.

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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