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Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park

General Information

Nestled in along the Trout River (Sambaa Deh in the Slavey language), Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park is located along Hwy 1 (km 325) between Fort Providence and Jean Marie River.  Amenities include showers, potable water, playground, and a kitchen shelter (by reservation). Follow trails to spectacular views of both Sambaa Deh and Coral Falls, with a new viewing platform that overlooks the gorge or fish for Arctic grayling or pickerel. 

Park Size

357 ha

Operating Date

May 17 – September 16

Address

Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park is located 50 km from the access to Jean Marie River, 150 km from the village of Fort Simpson, and Traveling west on NWT Highway 1 and 325 km from the NWT/Alberta border.

Phone

867-695-7515 - Dehcho Regional Parks Office (Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm)

Email

parks@gov.nt.ca

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Amenities

Campsites
Drinking Water
Dump Station
Firewood
Lookout
Picnic / Day Use Area
Picnic Shelter
Playground
Showers
Staffed Information Centre
Washrooms
Wifi

Nearest community

Jean Marie River. Please note there is no grocery store in Jean Marie River. The closest grocery store to Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park is more than two hours drive away in Fort Providence.

Park Highlights

The Trout River flows in a canyon with steep, narrow sides below Sambaa Deh Falls. If you stand on the side, you can feel the rock vibrating under your feet from the force of the water roaring below. Please take care as the rocks may be slippery when wet, and there are no fences.

The Sambaa Deh Falls are visible from the highway bridge that crosses the river and the Coral Falls are ∼1.5 km upstream.

Coral Falls is named for the abundance of coral fossils that are washed down the raging river each year, making Coral Falls an exciting spot for fossil hunters.

Advisories

Information

2025 Camping Reservations

Discover when you can start reserving campsites online! Find information on campground operating dates and the availability of extended stay campsites.

Camping

  • 20 non-powered campsites

Activities

Camping
Fishing
Lookout
Trails

Special Notes

Accessibility
Unfortunately, this park is not wheelchair accessible at this time.

Nearby Attractions

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

It is important to avoid attracting wild animals to your campsite. 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 sites clean and dispose of garbage in designated receptables. Please inform park staff of wildlife sightings/encounters in the park. Get more info on staying safe in grizzly and black bear country.


Weather 
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