A steelheader's paradise in the Great Bear Rainforest
The Kitimat River Meanders down from glaciers high up in the surrounding coastal mountains until it meets its estuary in the Douglas Channel. The Kitimat River is for paddlers of all levels and those kayakers who love fishing will love angling on the Kitimat River!
- Waterway AreaCoastal Northern BC
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingKayak, Kayak Fishing, Rafting
- SeasonSpring
- Waterway AccessRadley Park boat launch
- Waterway FeaturesSalmon runs and eagles
- Known HazardsFast water and woody debris
- Waterway AccessRadley Park boat launch
- Waterway FeaturesSalmon runs and eagles
- Known HazardsFast water and woody debris
- Waterway AreaCoastal Northern BC
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingKayak, Kayak Fishing, Rafting
- SeasonSpring
Kitimat River
Radley Park Boat Launch
Hirsch Creek Boat Launch
Kitimat Road Trip: A 3-Day Paddle Itinerary
Whether you're drawn to swift water, calm exploration, or rugged backcountry nights, Kitimat offers a bit of everything. It's untouched, wild, and waiting. Here's a…