Great Glacier Provincial Park

Great Glacier Provincial Park is a mountainous protected area situated between the Stikine River and the Alaska border, encompassing roughly 9,300 hectares of natural terrain. The park features glaciers, mountain ranges, and dense forest covering much of its expanse.

British Columbia's provincial government established this protected area in 2001 to preserve the glacier and surrounding mountain landscape. The designation aimed to safeguard the wild terrain for future generations.

The Tahltan and Tlingit peoples hold strong ancestral ties to this territory. Visitors can sense the historical connection these Indigenous nations maintained with the landscape.

The area is accessible only by water along the Stikine River, so careful planning for arrival is necessary. Few facilities exist on-site, so visitors should come prepared for self-reliance.

A short trail from the western bank of the Stikine River passes through mature forest to reach a lake with brilliant turquoise water. This quiet body of water stands out starkly against the rugged wilderness surrounding it.

Location: Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine

Inception: 2001

GPS coordinates: 56.83330,-131.83300

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03