Charlie Lake Cave

Charlie Lake Cave is a sandstone cave with multiple chambers that contain artifacts and remains spanning thousands of years of human activity in British Columbia. The finds show how people lived in this region and interacted with their surroundings.

The cave was explored in the 1970s by Knut Fladmark, who discovered stone tools and animal bones linked to early North American settlements. These finds rank among the oldest known settlement evidence in the region.

This place holds deep spiritual meaning for the Dane-zaa First Nations and reflects their long-standing connection to the land. The community uses it today to share their history and knowledge with younger generations.

The site is managed by First Nations communities and offers guided visits focused on indigenous heritage and archaeological discoveries. It is advisable to check visit guidelines beforehand, as it is a culturally sensitive area.

Two complete raven skeletons with evidence of intentional burial were found in the cave's soil layers, suggesting special funeral practices of earlier inhabitants. These discoveries offer uncommon insight into ritual activities from prehistoric times.

Location: Peace River Regional District

GPS coordinates: 56.27286,-120.94433

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09