Kiskatinaw Park is 28 kilometres north of Dawson Creek, off Highway 97 on the Old Alaska Highway. BC Parks places it along the banks of the Kiskatinaw River on the original Alaska Highway, near a historic wooden curved trestle bridge.
The bridge and highway story are the park's central identity. BC Parks links that story to Second World War Alaska Highway construction, when troops worked to connect Alaska, Canada, and the United States.
Kiskatinaw Park is a compact stop for Alaska Highway history, frontcountry camping, river time, and a short walk to the bridge. BC Parks invites visitors to stroll to the bridge and reflect on the unique history of the Alaska Highway.
The river is part of the draw, especially in warm weather. There is no marked swimming area, but warm water and slow current make the river popular for wading and tubing. Fishing is listed, although BC Parks notes that success may be limited because the Kiskatinaw River is muddy and shallow at the park.
The site is not a trail destination. BC Parks says there are no developed trails. Off-road vehicles are prohibited, including ATVs, off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles, and side-by-sides.
Plan around frontcountry camping, walking to the historic wooden curved trestle bridge, river wading, tubing, fishing with a licence, Alaska Highway history, road cycling, and simple river photography.
There are no lifeguards. Keep bicycles to roadways, keep pets leashed and out of beach areas and buildings, and do not bring ORVs into the park.
