
Crooked River Provincial Park
Cariboo & North · about 1 h 5 min from Prince George · 65 reservable sites
No observation availableavailability unverified this weekend (Fri 23–Sun 25)Fresh complete observations are not available; check the official reservation service
Crooked River lies within the Fraser Basin, an irregularly shaped basin of gently rolling hills and shallow lakes covering much of the North Central B.C. Three beautiful lakes are contained within this 970 hectare park. The centre of activity of this park, an…more
Crooked River lies within the Fraser Basin, an irregularly shaped basin of gently rolling hills and shallow lakes covering much of the North Central B.C. Three beautiful lakes are contained within this 970 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 willow-lined Crooked River, the original route of early explorers. A natural feature in the park is Livingston Springs (which are cold water springs that run year round).
Questions campers ask
Is Crooked River Provincial Park sold out this weekend?
Availability is unverified. Missing or stale observations do not mean sold out. Check the official reservation service.
When do Crooked River Provincial Park reservations open?
New dates open 3 months ahead at 7 a.m. PT. Online bookings close 2 days before arrival.
Does Crooked River Provincial Park have electrical sites?
No electrical sites are listed at Crooked River Provincial Park in the BC Parks site attributes.
Can I book Crooked River Provincial Park same-day?
Not online — BC Parks takes reservations 2+ days ahead; some parks keep first-come, first-served sites for walk-ups.
How far is Crooked River Provincial Park from Prince George?
about 1 h 5 min from Prince George, about 3 h 25 min from Fort St. John — a straight-line estimate, not a routed drive time.
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New dates open 3 months ahead at 7 a.m. PT. Set an alert to hear about openings.