The Area

Three Rivers Community Forest (TRCF) is located within the Quesnel Timber Supply Area (TSA) and the Cariboo Forest Region. It is situated in the North Cariboo and spans a diverse area in and around the City of Quesnel. Geographically, the TRCF extends north of the City of Quesnel to the Fraser River and extends as far south as Dragon Mountain. In the east, the proposed TRCF extends to the Quesnel River and extends beyond Hangman’s Trail network in the west. This area is ecologically diverse and provides a multitude of values for a variety of user groups.

TRCF is on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dene Nation. The Community Forest Agreement holds significant historic and present cultural value for the Lhtako Dene Nation. This area also holds significant historic and present value to the people of the Cariboo and tourists, including uses such as ranching, logging, recreation, fishing, and hunting. Private land holders, woodlots, and First Nations Reserves are excluded from the community forest area.