Plan Sikanni Chief Falls Protected Area with 4x4 access, a 1.5 km hiking trail, waterfall viewpoint, fishing, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, and hunting.
Sikanni Chief Falls Protected Area contains Sikanni Chief Falls, a 30-metre waterfall that BC Parks says can be heard from a distance. The area is about 15 kilometres west of the Alaska Highway and roughly 200 kilometres northwest of Fort St. John.
The waterfall viewpoint looks over the river as it drops over a steep cliff surrounded by coniferous forest.
Why Visit Sikanni Chief Falls Protected Area
This protected area is a focused waterfall and wilderness viewpoint destination. A well-marked 1.5-kilometre hiking trail leads from the parking area to a viewpoint beside the falls. BC Parks also notes wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, and backcountry horseback riding.
The 606-hectare protected area preserves a representative example of the Muskwa Foothills ecosection and provides habitat for a small mountain goat population on steep river slopes. The page also notes overlap with traditional use areas of the Halfway River and Prophet River First Nations.
Things To Do
Hike the 1.5-kilometre falls trail, photograph the waterfall from the viewpoint, fish with the correct licence, watch for wildlife such as goats, elk, moose, black bear, and grizzly bear, ride horses only if experienced and prepared for wilderness travel, and hunt during open seasons.
Planning Notes
Access uses a 4x4 gravel and dirt petroleum road with industrial traffic, so drive defensively. Do not approach the viewpoint edge because there are vertical drop-offs. The trail is hiking only; ATVs are not allowed, and off-road vehicles are prohibited throughout the protected area. Carry enough fuel, water, and emergency gear for a remote northern day trip.