Recreation Sites and Trails B.C.

Recreation Sites and Trails B.C. (RSTBC) provides public recreation opportunities by developing, maintaining and managing a network of recreation sites and recreation trails throughout the province.

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Alerts, Closures and Warnings

Check for important alerts and closures that may affect your plans to visit a recreation site or recreation trail.

Learn about RSTBC's ongoing response to COVID-19. If you are travelling to B.C. from another province or territory within Canada you are expected to follow the same travel guidelines as everyone else in B.C.

Search for a Site or Trail

Use the following searches to help you find a recreation site or recreation trail.

Plan Your Visit

Information for you to plan a safe and enjoyable visit to a recreation site or recreation trail in B.C.'s rugged backcountry.

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Learn About the RSTBC Program

The RSTBC program provides public recreation opportunities by developing, maintaining and managing a network of sites and trails throughout the province.

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Trails Strategy Review

A formal review of the Trails Strategy for B.C. is underway. The review is to ensure the continued relevance and importance of the Trails Strategy to recreationists, communities, First Nations, tourism proponents and the province as a whole.

Learn more about the Trails Strategy review

Recreation Crews

The Recreation Crew Program provides employment opportunities and work experience for individuals in pursuit of a career in recreation or natural resource management. In 2021, the Recreation Crew Program expanded across the province.  With two different funding sources, there was a total of 21 crews with 90 positions. 

Read the 2021 Recreation Crew Summary (PDF, 1.1MB)