Overview

Blackfoot and Montney Centennial Regional Parks are important outdoor recreation destinations in the region. We are undertaking a Regional Park Design Study to explore potential enhancements to these two important Regional Parks to understand what’s working well, where improvements are needed, and what additions could make the parks better.

Through the remainder of 2017, we’ll be working with the community to select and refine preferred concept plans along with recommendations to guide future operation, development, and management of these two parks. We’d like to invite everyone in the community to share their feedback.

Stay connected by:

  • Checking the Coming Up! Tab
  • Watching for updates on Facebook
  • Subscribing to PRRD’s Engage! email list
  • Watching for announcements and public events on public bulletin boards

Questions?

Please contact: Bryna Casey, Parks and Rural Recreation Coordinator

Tel: 250.784.3200

Email: bryna.casey@prrd.bc.ca


Coming Up!

Regional Parks Study Phase 2: Preliminary Options Development

This summer, we heard your ideas for Blackfoot and Montney Centennial Regional Parks – thank you to everyone who participated! We have taken these ideas, along with a background analysis, and developed a vision, goals, and two preliminary options for each park and would like to know what you think!

Concept Options Feedback Form

Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on the Concept Options online by Monday, November 27 using the following links:

  • Click here to view the Concept Options for Blackfoot Regional Park 
  • Click here to view the Concept Options for Montney Centennial Regional Park 
  • Click here to complete a feedback form online

If you prefer to provide input via hard copy, you can pick-up a feedback form from the Peace River Regional District Offices:

  • DAWSON CREEK HEAD OFFICE 1981 Alaska Hwy. Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H8
  • FORT ST. JOHN BRANCH OFFICE 9505 100 Street Fort St. John, BC  V1J 4N4

Please completed your feedback form by Monday, November 27 at 11:59 pm.

Your input will help refine the draft options into a final concept and recommendations for the future of Blackfoot and Montney Centennial Regional Parks.

 

 

Resources & Information

 

Documents and information developed during the Regional Parks Planning process will be posted here. Check back for new postings.

Background Information

  • Base Map: Blackfoot Regional Park (check back soon for link)
  • Base Map: Montney Centennial Regional Park (check back soon for link)

Phase 1 Information

Process

What is a Regional Park Plan?

A Regional Park Planning process provides an opportunity for PRRD Board Members, Committee Members, and staff to work with the community to develop a cohesive approach to managing and improving a park over time. A Regional Park Plan is the outcome of the process and is a strategic, long-term document that the region can use to plan, prioritize, and budget for park improvements over time. The plan establishes a guiding vision and principles for the park and outlines a concept plan and recommendations for future development, operations, and management. Implementation of a Regional Park Plan occurs over years, as funding and opportunity arise.

What’s the Process?

The Regional Park Planning process began in July 2017 and is planned to be complete in November 2017. The diagram below shows the anticipated stages of the process and identifies opportunities for you to be involved. The process and timeline will be updated as the project progresses. Check the Coming Up!  page for announcements about public events or input opportunities.

About Blackfoot Regional Park

About Blackfoot Regional Park

Before the Don Phillips bridge was built over the Peace River, people crossed on the Old Clayhurst Ferry. Blackfoot Regional Park commemorates this crossing site, providing access to the Peace River and public recreation opportunities in a forest setting.

The park provides habitat and food supply for a range of birds and wildlife and welcomes campers with amenities including rustic campsites, picnic tables, outdoor toilets, and play amenities.

A boat launch formerly existed in the park, but has been displaced by river movements and is not recommended for use. Understanding how existing amenities could be enhanced or what new amenities are desired will be a key component of the Blackfoot Regional Park Plan.

Where is it?                                                                                                               

Blackfoot Regional Park is approximately 75 km east of Fort St. John and 51 km north of Dawson Creek on the south side of the Peace River. Click here for driving directions from Dawson Creek and here for driving directions from Fort St. John.

Want to Learn More?

Visit the Regional Parks website

About Montney Centennial Regional Park

About Montney Centennial Regional Park

Montney Centennial Regional Park was established by the Montney Recreation Commission as a Canada Centennial project in 1967. In 1988, the Commission requested that the park become a Regional Park.

Situated on the northeast shore of Charlie Lake, the park offers a quiet day-use area with opportunities for boat launching, picnicking, and relaxing. A wide variety of birds can be spotted in the park and there are spectacular views over Charlie Lake.

 

Where is it?

Montney Centennial Regional Park is approximately 35 km northeast of Fort St. John on the northeast side of Charlie Lake. Click here for driving directions from Fort St. John.

Want to Learn More?

Visit the Regional Parks website

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