Erg Mountain Park
About this Park
This 1,011 hectare park protects interior cedar hemlock forests on a valley slope above the Upper Fraser Trench, leading to alpine and subalpine area at the top of Erg Mountain. Erg Mountain has historically been a hiking destination, and offers an excellent viewpoint of the Upper Fraser Valley and surrounding mountains.
On a good day, Mt. Sir Alexander in Kakwa Park is clearly visible. Extensive alpine ridge-top hiking outside of the park is accessible from the peak of Erg Mountain.
Safety information
- This area is excellent black and grizzly bear habitat. Users of the area must be knowledgeable about wilderness travel and take the necessary precautions.
- There are avalanche hazards and blowdown hazards, please exercise caution while in the park.
- It is necessary to cross Ptarmigan Creek (no bridge) in order to reach the trail. The trail is very steep. Hikers should be in good physical condition.
- Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available in the park.
Location notes
The entrance to the park is about 5 km west of Crescent Spur, about 165 km east of Prince George along the Yellowhead (Highway 16) corridor approximately 500 m west of Catfish Creek. Erg Mountain Park is close to the Ptarmigan Creek Protected Area, and the two parks share the same access road and trailhead. The trailhead is 8 km in from Highway 16. The closest communities are Prince George and McBride.
Activities
- 416:Hunting The discharge and carrying of firearms is permitted in this park for the purposes of hunting during open season. Please consult the BC Government Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for more information. Contact BC Parks at parkinfo@gov.bc.ca with any specific questions.
- 416:Hiking For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure. The 2.5 km trail up Erg Mountain is very steep.
- 416:Fishing
- 416:Wildlife viewing There is no viewing platform, but the park offers good wildlife viewing opportunities.
- 416:Winter recreation Backcountry skiing and cross-country skiing are possible but visitors must be prepared for winter travel and have avalanche awareness training, as this is a high avalanche area.
Location
53.56858, -120.90605 · Robson
