Tetsa River Regional Park is a 115-hectare wilderness destination nestled in the Northern Rocky Mountains near Fort Nelson, British Columbia, positioned under the scenic peaks of Steamboat Mountain along the iconic Alaska Highway. This rustic, first-come-first-served campground caters to adventure seekers and backcountry enthusiasts seeking authentic outdoor recreation without developed resort amenities.
The park features essential camping facilities including picnic tables, fire pits, and pit toilets, though no power or sewer hookups are available. Visitors enjoy abundant outdoor activities including fly fishing for Arctic Grayling and Dolly Varden in the Tetsa River, hiking trails such as Summit Tower Trail (12 km) and Teetering Rock Trail (23 km), and water sports like kayaking and canoeing on Class 2 rapids. Wildlife viewing and horseback riding on shared-use trails provide additional recreation options.
Ideal for RV campers seeking a remote Northern BC experience, Tetsa River Regional Park combines river access, mountain views, and trail-based exploration. The location serves as both a destination campground and strategic rest stop along the Alaska Highway. The park attracts fishing enthusiasts, hikers, and outdoor adventurers looking to experience pristine boreal forest and mountain wilderness in a peaceful, undeveloped setting away from busy campgrounds.