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Kristian Winther Regional Park
- Published distance
- 0.7 km Trip basis unconfirmed
- Elevation gain
- Not established Cumulative ascent for this outing has not been established.
- Walking time
- Unconfirmed
- Difficulty
- Unconfirmed
trail extent; return status unspecified
https://hikingprincegeorge.com/hikes/kristian-winther-regional-park
A short Salmon River stroll with picnic facilities north of Prince George. Its 700 m riverside path is a compact day-use visit rather than a long trail network.
1. Getting there and parking
Use the signed park access on Kinney Road, approximately 30 km north of Prince George. The park lies on the south shore of the Salmon River; use the regional district’s entrance link rather than navigating to a point across the river. Published opening is May 1–November 1, from 6 am–11 pm.
Source approximate distance from Prince George; starting point and road-versus-direct method are not established.
2. Walking the route
From the park access, follow the short path along the river and return through the day-use area. The regional district lists 700 m of trail but does not define a separate measured loop or cumulative elevation gain. Picnic tables, fire pits and toilets make it practical to combine the walk with a stop by the river. Keep back from the bank and use only established access; the presence of fishing opportunities does not make every part of the shoreline a safe approach.
3. Route map
Published locations only. A complete route line is still needed.
Published locations
Numbered points match the map. Use the role beside each point. A summit or park reference point is not a parking location.
| Place and role | Coordinates | Source and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kristian Winther Regional Park park location pin linked by regional district | 54.093241 -122.674016 | Official RDFFG Map link resolves to place pin !3d54.0932407!4d-122.6740158; the map viewport coordinates were not used.
Published park pin; exact trailhead parking position is not independently verified. https://www.rdffg.ca/in-your-community/parks/kristian-winther-regional-park |
5. Camping, facilities and seasons
Toilets
The regional district lists washrooms in the park.
Season and access
Regional site hours generally May 1–November 1; consult individual official page before visit.
Practical details checked 2026-10-17.
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