Crooked river Provincial Park

Crooked River lies within the Fraser Basin, an irregularly shaped basin of gently rolling hills and shallow lakes covering much of North Central B.C. Three beautiful lakes are contained within this 963 hectare park.

The centre of activity of this park, an hour’s drive north of Prince George, is beach-fringed Bear Lake. The fine, sandy beaches are some of the best in the region and are favourites of swimmers and sunbathers. Fishing, hiking, camping and nature study are also popular activities with outdoor enthusiasts.

Visitors like to hike to nearby Square Lake or along the willowlined Crooked River, the original route of early explorers. A natural feature in the park is Livingston Springs a cold water springs that run year-round.

Information from BC Parks

PHOTO ABOVE: At Bear Lake, 45 minutes north of Prince George is the trailhead for Livingstone Springs. Though a beautiful summer hike, try strapping on snowshoes and trekking through snow laden trees where, next to an historic cabin at the base of a hill you’ll find the springs bubbling from a hillside to create a mystical winter scene.

PHOTO ABOVE: War Falls are located in Carp Lake provincial park, just north of Prince George. The hike winds down a well-kept trail by the river. When you get to the bottom you see this amazing waterfall. I recommend this waterfall because it is very easy to access and close to Carp Lake where you can camp and fish all summer long.