Gladstone Provincial Park

Gladstone Provincial Park is a 39,387-hectare nature reserve stretching along Christina Lake in British Columbia, with old-growth cedar forests, mountain ridges, and small pocket beaches dotting the shoreline. The terrain transitions from lakeside ecosystems to alpine habitats across the park's varied landscape.

The provincial park was established in 1995 when two earlier protected areas, Ole Johnson and Texas Creek parks, were merged into a single larger conservation zone. This union created a more unified approach to protecting the region's natural features.

The shoreline holds First Nations pictographs and ancient gathering sites that reveal how local communities have lived with this landscape for countless generations. These marks on the rocks tell stories of survival and connection to the land.

Texas Creek Campground provides 62 vehicle-accessible camping spots for overnight stays, while the park offers 48 kilometers of trails suitable for different abilities and interests. Late spring through early fall is the best season for visiting and hiking, as the trails are typically snow-free during these months.

The park is home to California bighorn sheep, Northern leopard frogs, and grizzly bears living together across different elevation zones and forest types. Seeing all three species in one place is an uncommon experience for most visitors.

Location: Regional District of Kootenay Boundary

GPS coordinates: 49.30000,-118.25000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41