The heart of bison country
Chan Lake Territorial Park Day Use Area
General Information
Located at the northern end of the Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary, the Chan Lake Territorial Park Day Use Area is a picturesque and quiet rest spot, ideal for a picnic with a side of wildlife viewing. Watch for bison on the road, sandhill cranes in the vegetation on the roadside, and waterfowl on Chan Lake.
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Accessibility
Unfortunately, this park is not wheelchair accessible at this time.
Nearby attractions
Just east of Fort Providence is the Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary, home to Canada's northernmost herd of bison/wood buffalo. Simply driving along Highway 3 is often enough to see these enormous beasts as they come out to grace on the roadside during the summer months.
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 there is no cell service at Chan Lake.
Bison are commonly seen around Chan Lake 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
See current weather conditions and forecasts from Environment Canada.