Provider: BC Parks
Provincial park 70 km north of Prince George; Bear Lake is the closest named community.
Crooked River Park is a 963-hectare provincial park 70 km north of Prince George on Highway 97. BC Parks identifies Bear Lake and Prince George as the closest communities. Activities include swimming at Bear Lake, fishing, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, nature study and winter snowshoeing. The park page describes a 460-metre natural sandy beach, change houses, picnic tables, fire pits, a 9 km marked trail network and no powerboats. There are no lifeguards. Alcohol is not allowed on the beach or day-use area; pets are prohibited in the day-use area and beach, and must otherwise remain leashed. Check BC Parks advisories and the reservation service for current campground dates, site availability and fees. Reservations: 1-800-689-9025. Park operator: Quartz Contracting, northquartz@aol.com, 250-964-3489.
Service Areas: Bear Lake
Contact: 8006899025; 250-964-3489; northquartz@aol.com
Source · Retrieved: Sep 25, 2026