Nááts'ihch'oh National Park Reserve (Reserve)
Northwest Territories
•Est. 18 December 2014
Area
4,850 km² (1,873 sq mi)
Natural Region
Mackenzie Mountains
Annual Visitors
109
Established
18 December 2014
About the Park
Adjacent to the Nahanni National Park, Nááts'įhch'oh extends the protected area into the Sahtu Settlement Area to include additional land with the South Nahanni River watershed to Mount Nááts'įhch'oh and the Moose Ponds.
Park Reserve Status
This area is designated as a National Park Reserve, which means it's protected and managed like a national park while respecting Indigenous rights and land claims in the area.
Park Location
History
Nááts'įhch'oh National Park Reserve was officially established in 2014 and is named after Nááts'įhch'oh, a mountain of significant cultural importance to the Shúhtaot'ine (Mountain Dene) people. The park protects the headwaters of the South Nahanni River and is cooperatively managed with local Indigenous communities.
Landscapes
The park features rugged peaks, alpine meadows, and clear mountain rivers, including the headwaters of the South Nahanni River. Its remote wilderness offers pristine environments largely untouched by human activity.
Wildlife
Nááts'įhch'oh serves as a refuge for various wildlife species, including grizzly bears, Dall's sheep, mountain goats, and woodland caribou. The diverse habitats support a rich array of fauna.
Activities
The park offers opportunities for experienced adventurers, including whitewater paddling on the South Nahanni River's headwaters and off-the-grid hiking through remote mountain terrain.
Park Features
Natural Beauty
Pristine Wilderness
Wildlife
Native Species
Activities
Outdoor Adventures
Scenic Views
Photo Opportunities
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