Black Creek Heritage Rangeland

Alberta Parks

Parks Research and Management

Information: 403-562-3210

Park Management

Classification Heritage Rangeland
Legislation Wilderness Areas, Ecological Reserves, Natural Areas and Heritage Rangelands Act
Park Size 19108.23 Acres / 7733.10 Ha
Legal Boundary O.C. 139/2008
Administration / Information 403-562-3210
Regional Office South Regional Office
District Pincher Creek
Management Plans Bob Creek WPP & Black Creek HR - Management Plan (2011)
Natural Region Rocky Mountain - Montane
Grassland - Foothills Fescue
Natural Region Description

This site contains the valley and ridges of the Whaleback area, relatively undisturbed montane and sub-alpine habitat. The Whaleback is considered the last remaining area of wilderness montane in Alberta.

Land Use Framework Region South Saskatchewan

Updated: May 7, 2026