Local Attractions in Fort
St. James and Surrounding Area Parks in Fort St. James
Paarens Beach Provincial Park
This provincial park is located 11 km down Sowchea Bay Road on the shores of
Stuart Lake. The park offers camping, swimming, a sheltered picnic
area, and a boat launch. Enjoy the long sandy beach and in the evening
sit by the fire in the cool shade of your campsite. The park is
available for day or night use.
Sowchea Bay Provincial Park
Come stay on the shores of Stuart Lake and enjoy one of the most spectacular
views of lake and surrounding mountains. Take a refreshing swim,and in
the evening sit by the fire and enjoy the peace and quiet of a
beautiful sunset. This provincial park is located on Sowchea Bay Road,
and offers a boat launch, swimming, fire wood on site and overnight
camping. Don't Forget Your Camera
Cottonwood Park
This park is the scene of many activities that happen throughout the
year in Fort St. James. There is a playground for children and a beach
for swimming, covered area for rainy days, a band stand for special
occassions, a beautiful setting for large family gatherings, when a day
at the beach is just the thing.This park is for day use only. Features
of interest at the park are the replica of the Junkers W34 Float Plane
and the Old Steam Shovel
Goodwin Park
Goodwin park is a park for all members of the family. There are tennis courts, a playground
for children, an open field area for other games. This park is located in town on Birch Street.
Rotary Kiddie Park
The park features a well equipped play area for kids. It is located near the baseball diamonds
on Stuart Drive.
For more information on these or any other parks call The Chamber of Commerce at Telephone: 250-996-7023
