Terrace Parks & Gardens
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Parks & Gardens in Terrace, British Columbia.
Kiskatinaw Provincial Park
Located near a stretch of the original Alaska highway, Kiskatinaw Provincial Park is a favorite place to reflect on the history of the region or enjoy a day amongst the great outdoors. The warm waters and slow currents of the Kiskatinaw river are ideal for river tubing and swimming. The park is also the site of the first curved, wooden bridge built in Canada, a bridge which still stands proudly today.
Seven Sisters Provincial Park
Seven Sisters Provincial Park is named after the awe-inspiring mountain peaks visible from the park. This natural setting is ideal for a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, canoeing and snowmobiling. The park is also home to a developed trail system.
Lakelse Lake Provincial Park
Surrounded by the Kitimat Mountains, Lakelse Lake Provincial Park helps preserve the expansive old growth forests of the area. Cedar, hemlock and Sitka spruce all flourish alongside salmon-bearing streams, sandy beaches and local wildlife. Swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, fishing and hiking are some of the park's more popular activities. Furlong Bay Campground is also found within the park.
Nisga'a Memorial Lava Bed Provincial Park
Jointly managed by First Nation and BC Parks, Nisga'a Memorial Lava Bed Provincial Park combines the interpretation of natural features with native culture. Canoeing and kayaking are permitted in the park and there are five interpretive trails to explore. Guided volcanic hiking tours are offered and there are a number of campsites in the park.
Kleanza Creek Provincial Park
Located in the Coast Mountains, Kleanza Creek Provincial Park is historically significant. Kleanza Creek, meaning 'gold' in the native Gitxsan language, was first mined for gold in the late 1890s. Today the park remains a gem in Northern BC's interior, offering a full-service campsite, hiking trails, snowshoeing and white-water kayaking.
Gitnadoiks River Provincial Park
Secluded amongst the Kitimat Ranges of the Coast Mountains, this park is distinguished by its dome-like granite mountains, elevation changes and championship sport fishing. The elevation throughout the park fluctuates from 100 m in the valley to as high as 1800 m on the surrounding peaks. Over 12 species of fish can be found swimming in the park's waters, including salmon, trout and whitefish. There is no road access to the park.
Exchamsiks River Provincial Park
Exchamsiks River Provincial Park is actually two distinct day-use areas within one provincial park. On the west side of the Exchamsiks River there is a paved boat launch for public use, a picnic area and toilet facilities. The east side is the starting point for hikers looking to explore the old growth forest. Salmon fishing and canoeing are both popular activities for visitors of the park.
