Kleanza Creek Provincial Park

Kleanza Creek Provincial Park is a protected area in the Coast Mountains covering 269 hectares, characterized by forests, deep canyons, and clear waterways. The park offers visitors the chance to explore this mountainous landscape with its natural rock formations.

The park was established in 1956 and preserves remains from gold mining operations dating to the 1890s carried out by the Cassiar Hydraulic Mining Company. This historical mining activity shaped the landscape and left traces that remain visible today.

The name comes from the Gitxsan language and means gold, reflecting how the area has long been connected to mining and natural resources. Local people have maintained a deep relationship with this connection between the land and its treasures.

The park has 34 campsites accessible by vehicle on a first-come-first-served basis with fire rings, toilets, and parking areas. Visitors should prepare for mountain weather conditions and bring gear suitable for exploring the natural landscape.

In autumn, pink salmon travel through the creek and navigate a 24-meter-deep box canyon in the process. This natural migration offers visitors the chance to witness this biological event unfolding in the wild.

Location: Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine

Inception: March 16, 1956

Website: http://env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/kleanza_crk

GPS coordinates: 54.59861,-128.39583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44