Meziadin Junction: Road Junction and Nature Experiences

Meziadin Junction combines a notable road junction with nature and water experiences in the surrounding area. Highways 37 and 37A meet here, alongside Meziadin Lake Park, a fish ladder, and the Hanna-Tintina Conservancy. This gives you a specific choice when planning your trip: should the route toward Stewart be the focus, or would you like to set aside time for the lake and surrounding landscape?

The Route to Stewart and Choosing a Base

Highway 37A, also known as the Glacier Highway, branches off Highway 37 at Meziadin Junction and runs 65 kilometres to Stewart. The route passes through Bear Pass and by Bear Glacier. This makes the drive itself a defining part of this route option. The Hanna-Tintina Conservancy in the nearby area can be reached from Meziadin Junction via Highways 37 and 37A. When choosing your accommodation, these different destinations may factor into your decision about where to stay.

There is an electric vehicle charging station at the Meziadin Junction site. Its availability may change, so check before you travel if needed. The rooms at Meziadin Junction are just a few steps from the Meziadin Junction General Store. The restaurant at the accommodations serves quick meals—a practical difference from a day focused mainly on a longer drive or activities on the water.

The Lake, Water Activities, and Wildlife Viewing

Meziadin Lake Park is located south of Meziadin Junction. There is a campground on the shore of Meziadin Lake. The park offers opportunities for fishing in the lake, and there is a boat launch at the campground. Canoeing and kayaking are also possible. A designated area of the lake is available for swimming. These options offer different ways to spend a day on the water without limiting your plans to just one activity.

Meziadin Lake Park also offers opportunities to view grizzly bears, black bears, and spawning salmon. Another viewing opportunity is the Meziadin River Fish Ladder, downstream of Meziadin Lake: at the lower end, visitors can see fish jumping over the weir. This means the lakeshore, water activities, and views of fish at the ladder each offer a different focus.

The Surrounding Landscape and History

The Hanna-Tintina Conservancy encompasses forested steep slopes, alpine slopes, and extensive wetland complexes. It protects high-quality salmon spawning habitat, provides important habitat for grizzly bears, and includes wintering areas for moose. A visit to this landscape differs from activities at the lake: here, habitats and terrain shape the nature experience.

Meziadin Junction is on Gitanyow territory, specifically the territory of Wilp Wii Litsxw. The Hanna-Tintina Conservancy area also has a long history of First Nations use and was the centre of a major trade route. The Meziadin Fish Ladder is connected to First Nations use of the Meziadin River for fishing and is a heritage site; it was officially recognized on June 24, 2011.

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