Close To The Edge Provincial Park and Protected Area, Provincial park in McGregor Plateau, British Columbia, Canada.
Close To The Edge Provincial Park is a protected area in the Rocky Mountains that contains deep cave systems and distinctive geological formations. The site spans roughly 700 hectares and displays dramatic karst landscapes with extensive underground passages.
The protected area was established in 2000 to preserve the Close To The Edge cave system and its geological significance. Recognition of these underground structures led to their conservation as a designated reserve.
The territory holds traditional significance for Indigenous Peoples, with BC Parks incorporating their knowledge into conservation efforts and park management.
Reaching the site requires traveling along logging roads and crossing Hedrick Creek using a hand-operated cable car system. No visitor facilities are available, so come prepared for rustic conditions and a true backcountry experience.
The site contains Canada's deepest vertical shaft at 255 meters and houses the third-deepest cave system extending 472 meters underground. These extraordinary underground dimensions make it a rare location for cave exploration.
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