Chilliwack River Provincial Park, Provincial park in Fraser Valley Regional District, Canada.
Chilliwack River Provincial Park is a protected area in the Fraser Valley that extends along a river of the same name. The grounds contain walking trails, observation points, and several access spots to the water for outdoor activities.
Chilliwack River Provincial Park was established in 1961 at about 65 acres. Its boundaries were reduced in 1970, then restored to 65 acres later that year. In 2004 the boundary was redrawn, leaving the park at 21 hectares.
The park lies on the north bank of the Chilliwack River, about 10.5 km southeast of the city of Chilliwack, which gives the park and river their name. The surrounding terrain rises steeply to the southeast and is hilly to the northwest, and mixed forest covers the area around the park. The nearest larger settlement is Chilliwack.
The park lies on the north bank of the Chilliwack River, about 10.5 km southeast of the city of Chilliwack, at roughly 174 m above sea level. Access is by road from the Chilliwack area; the surrounding terrain is mountainous to the southeast and hilly to the northwest.
The river is home to multiple salmon species that can be observed during their annual migration. This natural display draws visitors who want to witness the life cycles of these fish firsthand.
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