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GPS Coordinates: N57° 06.281′ W117° 16.726’

Here you will see the high voltage power lines to the Saw Mill. You will see the markers on the power lines these are there to make the lines visible for pilots. Many small-aircraft pilots love to fly along the river valley and sometimes pilots will follow the river in poor weather to find their way home. These markers also serve as flotation devices. If the power line was ever to come down for some reason, it would not sink to the bottom of the river.

GPS Coordinates: N57° 05.423′ W117° 15.434’

This private cabin is provided for reference purposes only and is not intended for access or use.

GPS Coordinates: N57° 04.474′ W117° 10.135’

Here you will find a boat launch with road access in case of emergency.

GPS Coordinates: N57° 02.775′ W117° 13.452’

This private cabin on the east shore is provided for reference purposes only and is not intended for access or use.

GPS Coordinates:N56° 54.656′ W117° 15.050’

While you are traveling on this river check out the trees along the banks of the river. Bald eagles like to nest along this river. They build their nests that can be 4.5m across, in old growth trees with a view away from human populations.

On the banks of this area of the river you will start to see the Loon River Formation, located below the Shaftesbury Formation and the Peace River Formation. The Loon River Formation is primarily dark grey shale and siltstone, with some minor sandstone and concretions. More and more of it will be visible as you travel north.

Here there is road access in case of emergency. You will find private residents at this location and a boat launch . This spot is only 13km from the Town of Manning.

GPS Coordinates: N56° 51.664′ W117° 19.580’

These private cabins on both sides of the river are provided for reference purposes only and is not intended for access or use.

GPS Coordinates: N56° 51.200′ W117° 17.867’

This is a point of reference.

GPS Coordinates: N56° 49.550’ W117° 15.550’
Sunny Valley boat launch is set amongst a beautiful valley and is very well maintained. This launch is used by many locals during nice weather days so don’t be surprised if you see a lot of people as you approach. On the right, across from the boat launch there are privately owned cottages and cabins. Sunny Valley offers a great ending or starting point for your boating trip and is an easy place to launch or load up your boat from.

Paddle Time 

1 Hour 20 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 44.344’ W117° 14.703’
This large beach is beautiful, sandy, and just across from the UFO rocks. You can stop here and pretend you’re on a tropical beach or enjoy some downtime with your toes in the sand.

Paddle Time 

7 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 44.620’ W117° 14.147’
Here you will find even more UFO rocks to admire. These massive, round boulders will pique your interest and leave you fascinated no matter how many times you’ve seen them.

Paddle Time

15 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 45.098’ W117° 12.307’
Definitely worth the stop, the UFO rocks are a sight to see. These unusual shaped rocks fell from the cliff due to erosion and are known as concretions – a spherical rock formed in a sedimentary host rock such as sandstone or siltstone. There are also many other large rocks in this boulder field, and the diversity in the area will wow you. Dock your boat along the rocky and sandy beach and spend a few minutes, or even hours, scoping out the natural curiosities and admiring the driftwood that is scattered throughout.

Paddle Time 

15 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 44.583’ W117° 09.933’
On the right, you will pass by another creek known as Hutton Creek. This quiet area leads up to some great rockhounding spots just ahead.

Paddle Time 

15 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 43.444’ W117° 10.804’
The mouth of the Cadotte River is an ideal spot to take a break and drop a line in the water. Stop and splash in the clear water, do some rock hunting, and enjoy the beautiful scenery all around you while you’re here. This is an excellent place to set up a picnic and relax.

Paddle Time 

2o Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 43.217’ W117° 13.050’
If you’re needing a break, there’s a nice camping spot available here that will keep you comfortable overnight. Use the trail that’s there to access the site and enjoy a night under the stars.

Paddle Time 

30 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 41.150’ W117° 12.933’
This is a private lease that can be used as a reference point only, please do not stop here.

Paddle Time 

20 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 39.749’ W117° 09.926’
Flowing into the Peace River from the left, the mouth of the Whitemud River was once the location of the Northwest Company’s earliest fur trading post. There is road access to this area, and you can launch or dock boats here. You will be able to witness some of the highest cliffs here, with many that are over 1,000 feet tall. This is an excellent place to do some sight seeing and take in the natural beauty around you.

Paddle Time 

15 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 40.345’ W117° 11.082’
Whitemud Flats are located near the mouth of the Whitemud River. These flats are fairly large and can be fun to explore.

Paddle Time 

15 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 38.733’ W117° 07.533’
The large island on the left bend is known as Peace Island and it is an amazing island resort that is family owned and operated. This 22- acre island has nine small cabins, with four available to rent, it has a cook house and dining hall, screened in rec room, a kitchen onsite that offers breakfast, lunch and dinner for guests, a snack bar that is licensed to sell alcohol, and all the amenities needed for a great stay on the river. They welcome pre-booked or drop in guests, so feel free to stop in and experience all that they have to offer.

Paddle Time 

1 Hour 20 Minutes

GPS Coordinates: N56° 34.592’ W117° 08.131’
Thought to be remnants from a glacier or spring, here you will find a small waterfall that runs into the river. There are a lot of large trees at the top and sandy cliffs on either side of it. Depending on the season, it may be dried up, but you will be able to tell where the water once ran due to the erosion trail.

Paddle Time 

15 Minutes