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Park · Prince George, British Columbia
Cottonwood Island Nature Park
A park at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, with trails among poplars, carved faces on tree trunks, and birds and beavers along the banks.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Cottonwood Island Nature Park
Cottonwood Island Park is at the point where the Nechako meets the Fraser, a few minutes from downtown Prince George. Flat trails cross a stand of black cottonwoods, the trees that give the park its name.
A park curiosity is the forest‑spirit faces carved into some trunks by a local artist, hidden along the trails. Signs tell the story of floods, the old sawmill and the river port that used to be there.
The banks attract birds, beavers and sometimes deer. In early summer, poplar seeds fill the air with white fluff. The park connects to other riverside trails that lead to Fort George Park.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
From May to October. In spring, during the melt, parts of the trails can flood.
How to get there
Via River Road, about 2 km from downtown Prince George.
Tip
Look for the carved faces on trunks along the trails; pick up the map at the park entrance.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cottonwood Island Nature Park
Where is Cottonwood Island Park located?
At the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, near downtown.
What are the faces on the park’s trees?
Carvings of forest spirits made by a local artist on the trunks.
Are the trails on Cottonwood Island flat?
Yes, flat and easy.