Hixon: Waterfalls and Riverside Trails

Waterfalls, creekside trails, lakes and canyon formations shape the natural attractions in Hixon and its surrounding area. Locations vary depending on the outing: Hixon Creek Falls is on the northern edge of town, while Three Sisters Lakes Park is northeast of Hixon. When looking for a holiday rental, you can plan around whether you mainly want to explore trails and waterfalls in town or visit places nearby.

Trails and Waterfalls near Hixon

At the northern edge of Hixon, there are two short trails at Hixon Creek Falls. One follows Hixon Creek for 3–4 km to the waterfalls and has only slight elevation changes. The second trail also follows the creek, but continues to a narrowing of the canyon where the water flows quickly. This second trail still needs improvements. The two trailheads are 200 m apart—a useful landmark if you want to tell them apart. There are viewpoints and access to pools along the creek. Check the current trail maintenance before your visit.

The 2021 regional parks plan identifies Hixon Creek Falls primarily as a destination for recreation and day trips. The two trails offer different landscape experiences: one ends at the waterfalls, while the other ends where the canyon narrows and the water flows quickly. This gives your day a specific focus without treating the two routes as a single trail.

Hixon Falls and the Nearby Park

Hixon Falls lies beyond Hixon, along a narrow trail. The waterfalls are 100 feet high. This provides another waterfall destination for your travel plans in addition to the trails along Hixon Creek; the location and narrow trail offer distinct guidance for this visit.

Nearby Three Sisters Lakes Park lies northeast of Hixon. It includes three small lakes and distinctive canyon formations along Government Creek. There are also hiking opportunities here, but the trails are not marked. Keep this in mind when finding your way around. Canoeing and kayaking are other options in the park. The lakes, canyon formations and water sports give this destination a different focus from the trails at Hixon Creek Falls.

The nearby Quesnel River is a popular fishing area. Rainbow trout, brook trout and spring salmon are found there; the latter can weigh up to 30 pounds in summer. Fishing rules and conditions can change, so it is advisable to check them before fishing. This lets you distinguish between hiking and waterfalls, canoeing or kayaking, and a fishing trip when planning your visit.

Woodpecker and Fraser-Fort George

St. Mark’s Anglican Church stands in the settlement of Woodpecker, about 10 km north of Hixon. It was built in 1939; the cornerstone was laid on September 17, 1939. The church is closed and hidden from the highway. Its exact construction date and location in Woodpecker make it a specific historical destination nearby, while the waterfalls and creek trails at Hixon focus on nature and outdoor activities.

In the wider Fraser-Fort George destination, The Exploration Place is located in Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park in Prince George. It is the largest museum and science centre in northern British Columbia. Visitors can explore galleries, see travelling exhibitions and take part in programs. This adds a distinct regional cultural dimension to the range of nature experiences around Hixon.

When choosing a holiday rental, you can weigh the destinations according to the kind of day you want: waterfall trails, the unmarked trails and water sports at Three Sisters Lakes Park, or fishing on the Quesnel River offer different focuses. Hixon Creek Falls, Hixon Falls and nearby destinations give you specific options, without requiring you to plan every outing in the same way.

Discover more destinations: Tête Jaune, Shere, Prince George, Mount Robson, Crescent Spur, Mcbride, Valemount, Fraser-Fort George H.

For the wider travel overview: Fraser-Fort George.