Cottonwood Park is known amongst locals as the town’s flagship park and is located between downtown Fort St James and the lake shore overlooking Stuart Lake. Catch the glimpsing sunrise in the morning, sunset in the afternoon, or the beautiful Northern lights in the evening. Out in the water, you can see multiple small islets and other scenic lands far off.

It’s a place that offers quick access to a beach. Picnic tables are throughout if you want to have a meal or hang out with family and friends. It is great to walk on the sandy beaches with ancient Indigenous Rock Art around.

The beach hosts special events at different times, including Canada Day and the Caledonia Classic Dog Sled Race. During summer time you will see food vendors around.

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