Northern BC

Peace River River

★★★★☆ 4.0

About

The Peace River flows eastward from the BC Rockies across the northern boreal forest, offering one of Canada's great wilderness canoe routes with over 1,000 kilometers of paddling potential. This mighty river features mostly easy Class I current with occasional sweepers and log jams, passing through diverse ecosystems from mountain foothills to prairie parkland. Wildlife is exceptional including moose, black bears, countless waterfowl, and some of North America's best bird watching. Best paddled from May through September with multiple access points. The W.A.C. Bennett Dam creates Williston Lake, while downstream sections offer classic big-river touring toward Alberta.

Highlights

Wilderness canoe routeExceptional wildlifeBig river touringMulti-day potentialBoreal forest
Best season: May-September

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difficulty level of Peace River River?

The difficulty of Peace River River varies by section.

When is the best time to canoe Peace River River?

The best time is May-September.

Where is Peace River River located?

Peace River River is located in the Northern BC region of Canada.

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Sources

peaceriver.ca · bcadventure.com