Blackstone River

Unwind in nature's embrace

Blackstone River Day Use Area

General Information

A scenic rest stop or picnic area with views of the copper-coloured Blackstone River. This day use area is the perfect place to rest, stretch your legs, and enjoy the wilderness, as you drive the Liard Trail.

Park Size

720.3 ha

Operating Date

May - September

Address

Located on Highway 7, north of Fort Liard and the NWT/BC border and 4.5 km south of Blackstone Territorial Park, between the two bridges.

Phone

867-767-9206

Email

parks@gov.nt.ca

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Amenities

Dump Station
Drinking Water
Picnic / Day Use Area

Nearest community

Fort Liard. Fort Liard is a lush, riverfront hamlet approximately a 119 km drive from Blackstone Territorial Park.

Park Highlights

Blackstone River Park and Day Use Area provide excellent wildlife viewing, including the majestic bison.

Activities

Fishing
Day use only

Special Notes

Accessibility
Unfortunately, this park is not wheelchair accessible currently.

Nearby attractions
A staggering 30,000 square kilometres, Nahanni National Park Reserve is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site where unlimited adventures await.

Safety information
For general information about safety resources while in the Northwest Territories, check our Safety resources page.

Visitors will want to plan ahead as services (fuel and cell service) are not readily accessible between town centres.

Not attracting wild animals is extremely important. Do not feed animals, and keep food, food waste, and anything else with a scent in a vehicle, hard-sided trailer, or bear-proof canister. Keep picnic sites clean and dispose of garbage in designated receptacles. Please inform park staff of wildlife sightings/encounters in the park.

Grizzly and black bears are frequently seen in and around the park. If you encounter a bear, remember the 3 S's - Stop, Stand still, Stay calm. Get more info on staying safe in grizzly and black bear country.

Bison are commonly seen around Blackstone Territorial Park. Please be alert to your surroundings and try to stay at least 100 metres away from any bison you encounter and avoid startling or agitating them. If you find yourself too close to a bison, do not run. Instead, back away slowly. Find more info on safety in bison country.


Weather information
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