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Jackman Flats Big Dune Trail

Interconnected sandy pine-and-lichen trail network.

Sources reviewed . This is a research date, not a trail inspection.

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Distance
6.2 kmLoop
Elevation gain
Not establishedMinimal; no numeric cumulative gain published
Walking time
About 2 hours
Difficulty
ModerateInterconnected loop network

Map & elevation

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Partial elevation profile

Mapped portion · walking direction unconfirmed · 2.73 km

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Elevation along one mapped source section; direction is not an established walking itinerary750 m800 m850 m0 km0.7 km1.4 km2.0 km2.7 km
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Coverage and elevation sources

2.73 km along source section 1 of 1, in its mapped direction. Approximate 90 m terrain model along this mapped section. Separate sections are not joined. This chart does not measure total trail ascent or establish current access; use the guide’s published outing measurements.

Copernicus GLO-90 terrain elevations via Open-Meteo (CC BY4.0); linework: Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0 · checked 2026-10-18 · CC BY4.0 elevation data; Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0 linework. Copernicus DEM 2021 GLO-90 via Open-Meteo. Linework source: https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/541648940. Sampled and rounded for display.

Mapped named trail. Shows the named Big Dune portion; shared access paths from the park entrance may have other names and are not included. Line source (opens original source).

Getting there & parking

From Valemount, travel north on Highway 5 for approximately 12.5 km and take the signed Jackman Flats park turnoff. Use the main trail parking area, where an outhouse is listed. A high-clearance vehicle is not required for the published main access; this is different from the separate horse-trailer approach described on Blackman Road.

Estimated drive from Prince George: 3 hr 47 min · 278.9 km. Modeled one-way driving time from Prince George City Hall, using mapped road speeds. Forest-road sections can take substantially longer: surface, clearance, radio procedures, gates, washouts, plowing, and legal access are not verified by the router. No live traffic or invented forest-road multiplier is included. Allow extra time and check the dated access notes.

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Map position: 52.93120, -119.37238 · trailhead. source-published; not field-verified

On the trail

Follow the signed Big Dune option through the Jackman Flats network and use the junction map to return to the main parking area. The local guide lists about 6.2 km for this outing, but the named trails interconnect, so adding another branch changes the total. The route crosses sandy ground and open forest with interpretive signs, mountain views and fragile lichen communities. The Big Dune option includes a few steeper sections and links through shorter trails; it is the longest standard outing listed. Stay on the tread: the surrounding lichen is easily damaged by footsteps. Fallen pine trees can obstruct sections after wind.

Terrain: sand · interpretive trail.

Conditions & seasons

Spring through autumn are the usual walking seasons. Sand and exposed areas can become hot in summer. In winter the network is track-set for cross-country skiing; walking and dog use can damage those prepared tracks, so follow the current winter rules and designated use.

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Camping & overnight plans

On-route camping permission has not been established for this outing. Check the relevant land manager before planning an overnight stay; a mapped lake, cabin or previous tent location does not confirm permission.

Photos of Jackman Flats Big Dune Trail

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Sources, dates & research notes

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  1. https://hikevalemount.com/jackman-flats-provincial-park/ (opens original source)
  2. https://routing.openstreetmap.de/about.html (opens original source)
  3. https://bcparks.ca/jackman-flats-park/ (opens original source)
  4. https://nrs.objectstore.gov.bc.ca/kuwyyf/jackman_flats_brochure_0f0fdaea5a.pdf (opens original source)
OpenStreetMap line references (6)

These contributor-mapped features support the map geometry. They are separate from the written access and route sources.

  1. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/541648940 (opens original source)
  2. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/120433324 (opens original source)
  3. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/120433326 (opens original source)
  4. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/120433329 (opens original source)
  5. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/120433323 (opens original source)
  6. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/541648941 (opens original source)

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