KaTEPWA POINT PROVINCIAL PARK — A new, fully accessible dock has officially opened at Katepwa Point Provincial Park.
The new dock, designed with universal accessibility in mind, features a gently sloping ramp, non-slip surfaces and a specialized transfer system that allows for seamless access from a wheelchair to a paddle boat or other water vessels like kayaks and canoes.
The total cost for the project was $88,000, made possible through a combination of provincial funding and contributions from community partners, including Sask Trails Association and TransCanada Trail.
"We are thrilled to celebrate the opening of this new accessible dock at Katepwa Point, a project that represents our commitment to making Saskatchewan's natural beauty accessible to everyone," Saskatchewan Trails Association president David Powell said.
"This dock provides safe and easy access to the water for people with disabilities, parents with strollers and seniors using walkers, ensuring that all visitors can enjoy the park and beach. This enhancement also enriches the trail experience, connecting our communities to the great outdoors in a more inclusive way."
The installation of the accessible dock is part of a broader initiative to improve accessibility throughout provincial parks, with plans including upgraded pathways, additional seating areas and enhanced signage, according to a Sask Parks, Culture and Sport press release.
Katepwa Point Provincial Park is a small, day-use park located in the Qu'Appelle Valley.
Saskatchewan's Provincial Parks offer a variety of options for visitors with disabilities including accessible campsites, beach wheelchairs at most parks, accessible hiking trails and accessible swimming pools at Buffalo Pound and Pike Lake Provincial Parks.
