Places and Parks
Places
The Northern Rockies is large, encompassing approximately 10% of the land in British Columbia. Locals often refer to a places and areas such as:
- Prophet River
- Fort Nelson
- Steamboat Mountain
- Tetsa River
- Summit Lake
- Muncho Lake
- Liard River Hot Springs
- Coal River
Explore what each of these areas have to offer in the Interactive Travel Guide.
Parks
Home to some of the largest expanses of protected and managed parks in BC, the Northern Rockies are the epitome of true wilderness. Visitors can explore the Alaska Highway, stopping at iconic provincial parks of Stone Mountain, Muncho Lake, and Liard River Hot Springs. Horseback, ATV, 4x4, or hike through the Muskwa-Kechika, wander the nooks and crannies of ecological diverse Park Lake, and see the towering peaks of Northern Rocky Mountains Provincial Park and Protected Area. These parks, preserves, and expanses of wilderness are incredible places to explore—winter or summer.
Muskwa-Kechika Management Area
Explore one of the largest tracts of wilderness in BC.
Muncho Lake Provincial Park
Relax in wonder of this jade-coloured lake.
Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park
Soak in Canada’s largest natural hot springs.
Stone Mountain Provincial Park
Camp at this high-elevation park along the Alaska Highway.
Northern Rocky Mountains Provincial Park and Protected Area
Hike, camp, boat, and explore the third largest provincial park in BC.
Parker Lake Ecological Reserve
Wander this northern bog land of unique flora and fauna.