![]() ![]() The park is located at mile 475 (or km 765) on the Alaska Highway, between Fort Nelson (307 km south-east) and Watson Lake (218 km north-west).The community of Liard River is just west of the park, at the 499 Milepost. The walkway was the scene of a much-publicized black bear attack that killed two tourists on August 14, 1997. There are raised walkways from the parking area to the springs so that the delicate muskeg that forms the swamp is not disturbed. As of 2013, Beta pool has been permanently closed due to bear traffic, and the boardwalk leading to it has been removed. Beta pool is beyond Alpha and is larger, cooler and deeper. There are two hot springs with water temperatures ranging from 42 to 52 ☌ (108 to 126 ☏) the nearest is the Alpha pool. Due to the lush plant life (including 14 species of orchids) influenced by the warmth of the springs, the area was originally known as the Tropical Valley. Bears, as well, are a common hazard in summer months, and may be feeding only 10 feet away from bathers. Watch for moose feeding in the warm water swamps. The park contains a warm water swamp and boreal forest which supports rich and diverse plant communities as well as mammal and bird species. They were originally named the Theresa Hot Springs. The Liard River Hot Springs proper are located at 59☂5′40″N 126☀6′15″W. The first boardwalk and pool facilities were built by the United States Army in 1942. The Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park was created in April 1957. We've done just 800m and we stopped at the must-see stop Liard River Hot Springs. The 1,143-foot suspension bridge was built in 1943. 1,400 feet/427m), the only remaining suspension bridge on the Alaska Highway. After sleeping ( boondocking ) in a beautiful spot in the bush, with an amazing view of the Lower Liard River Bridge (elev. ![]() Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to this channel so you don't miss out on future adventures.ĭay 3: we are traveling on the Alaska Highway (or Alcan Highway). Welcome to our channel! We are Sara and Luca, Italian couple and travel storytellers! LIARD HOT SPRINGS - DAY 3 ALASKA HIGHWAY - LeAw Vlog #043 Location in : 4825 49th Avenue, X1A 2R3 Yellowknife, Canada Northern Frontier Visitors Centreis located5 minutes’ walkaway. ![]() Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers boating, fishing, and Northern Lights trips and is located 4 minutes' drive from the hotel.įred Henne Territorial Park is 4 km away. Guests can also relax by the fireplace in the Trapline Lounge after a day’s exploring.Ī fitness centre is provided for guest use at The Hotel Explorer.Ī cash machine is located on-site for added convenience. A desk and seating area are included.Traders Grill restaurant offers daily dining options featuring American cuisine. A free airport shuttle is provided.A cable TV is featured in all air-conditioned rooms at The Explorer Hotel. Boasting an on-site restaurant and bar, this Yellowknife hotel is located 5 km from Yellowknife Airport. The Explorer Hotel 4 Stars hotel in Yellowknife, Canada Within US Travel Directory This property is 17 minutes walk from the beach. The Explorer Hotel - Yellowknife Hotels, Canada Tags: Aerial Photography Northwest Territories Canada Drone UAV Waterfalls Canada Yellowknife DJI Phantom 3 2 1 GoPro Camera awesome spectacular scenic view mountains landscape The park offers access for canoeists to the Lower Cameron River Canoe Route, one of the Ingraham Trail Canoe Routes.- NWTParks.ca You will have to re-cross the river at the Ingraham Trail bridge at Cameron River Crossing, a short ways upstream from the Ramparts. If you choose to follow the north (far) side of the river, there is a foot bridge at Cameron Falls, which also offers access into the rest of Hidden Lake Park. The trail is not well developed, but the river is relatively easy to follow and the route is obvious. It is possible to hike upstream from Cameron Falls to the Cameron River Ramparts Waterfalls, a distance of 8 or 9 km. And in the fall the changing colours of the leaves are always a good reason to bring along your camera. Water levels in summer have been known to drop low enough to allow walking across the falls above the overhang. In spring, melt-waters roar under the ice. In winter the falls are frozen right over. The falls are worth a visit at all times of the year. There is a small parking lot with pit toilet facilities, at the start of a 20 minute hike along a well marked trail to Cameron Falls. It is approximately 47 km east of Yellowknife. Watch in HD for better viewing.Ĭameron Falls is located within Hidden Lake Territorial Park, on the Ingraham Trail. Yellowknife NT - Aerial view of Cameron Falls ![]()
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