Oregon Jack Park
230 ha
Area
1996
Established
Class A
Park class
Park
Type
About this Park
This park protects a spectacular limestone canyon and falls (the Notch) on Oregon Jack Creek, as well as wetlands above the falls. This area is very significant for historic First Nations use.
Please note that no camping or day-use facilities are provided.
Safety information
- This is a wilderness area with limited patrols by park ranger staff.
- Water taken from local creeks or streams should be treated or filtered before consuming.
- There are no developed trails. Visitors hiking in the area should have good route finding skills. Hikers should be prepared for map-and-compass orienteering.
Location notes
Located 25 km southwest of Cache Creek. Access is from Trans-Canada Hwy 1, 17 km south of Cache Creek, turn onto the Hat Creek Rd. Follow this road, which bisects the park, for approximately 12 km.
Activities
- 9694:Pets on leash Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bear.
- 9694: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.
Facilities
- 9694:Campfires No firewood is available and no fire rings are installed. The gathering of firewood in a park is illegal, so fires should only be used for emergency drying and warming. If a fire is used for an emergency, please keep it small, and ensure it is completely out before you leave. Use a camp stove for cooking.
Location
50.63848, -121.49444 · Thompson Southern Rivers
