Caribou Mountains Wildland Provincial Park

The Caribou Mountains reach an elevation of 1,030 meters, forming a vast plateau that rises 700 meters above the surrounding Alberta landscape.

The Alberta Government established this protected area in 2001 through Order in Council 308/2001, creating the largest provincial park in Alberta.

The region connects deeply with Dene Tha' First Nation and Métis communities, who maintain traditional practices of hunting and gathering across these territories.

The park contains numerous lakes including Wentzel, Eva, Pitchimi, and Margaret Lake, offering opportunities for backcountry camping and winter activities.

Areas of discontinuous permafrost within the park create specific conditions for rare plant species, including the Northern ground-cone along western slopes.

Location: Mackenzie County

Inception: 2001

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

GPS coordinates: 59.31670,-114.96700

Latest update: April 8, 2025 06:09