Kakwa Provincial Park and Protected Area

Kakwa Provincial Park and Protected Area covers vast mountainous terrain in the Northern Rockies with dramatic peaks rising above 10,000 feet (3,000 meters). The landscape includes alpine meadows, forested valleys, and glacial lakes connected by hiking trails throughout the region.

The protected area was established in 1987 to preserve the northernmost section of the Continental Ranges. This designation was part of broader efforts to protect the remote mountain landscape in northeastern British Columbia.

The park's name comes from the Cree language word for porcupine, reflecting the native wildlife that has inhabited these lands for generations.

Three public cabins at Kakwa Lake sleep four people each and are available year-round for visitors seeking shelter. Access to the park is primarily by foot or off-road vehicle depending on the season and your chosen activities.

The protected area connects with Alberta's Willmore Wilderness Park across the provincial boundary, forming a single large wilderness zone. This cross-border arrangement allows wildlife to move freely between two major wild regions.

Location: Regional District of Fraser-Fort George

Location: Peace River Regional District

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

GPS coordinates: 54.11670,-120.30000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47