Caribou Mountains Wildland Provincial Park

Caribou Mountains Wildland Provincial Park is a large protected area in northern Alberta composed mainly of a broad plateau landscape. The terrain features numerous lakes, forested slopes, and varied ecosystems across its expanse.

The province established this protected area in the early 2000s as Alberta's largest provincial park. The designation secured a significant wilderness region with major ecological importance.

The region holds deep ties to Dene Tha' First Nation and Métis communities, who have practiced hunting and gathering here for generations. These traditions continue to shape how people connect with and use this land today.

The park is accessed mainly through backcountry routes, offering camping, hiking, and seasonal winter activities throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for remote conditions and take extra precautions typical of wilderness travel.

Permafrost in certain areas creates specialized habitats for rare plant species such as the Northern ground-cone. These frozen soils influence what vegetation can grow, making those spots botanically distinct.

Location: Mackenzie County

Inception: 2001

Website: https://albertaparks.ca/caribou-mountains

GPS coordinates: 59.31670,-114.96700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20