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Wood Buffalo National Park in Canada | North America

The largest national park in Canada and the second largest national park in the world

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Situated on the plains in the north-central region of Canada, the park (which covers 44,807 km2) is home to North America's largest population of wild bison. It is also the natural nesting place of the whooping crane. Another of the park's attractions is the world's largest inland delta, located at the mouth of the Peace and Athabasca rivers.

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Activities:

Camping, hiking, swimming, boating, canoeing, fishing, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. 

Where to stay?

Frontcountry campsites are available at Pine Lake (60 km south of Fort Smith) on a first-come, first-serve basis. Large groups can use the Kettle Point Group Camp located at the south end of Pine Lake (reservations required). Backcountry camping is available throughout the park, with permits required for overnight stays in the backcountry. 

Official Website:

http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/nt/woodbuffalo/index.aspx

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