Legend has it that First Nation people in the area during the last century found the skeleton of a white man along the river near the waterfall, hence the present name of the falls.

Short year round access hiking trails and bridges access both upper and lower falls on the Englishman River. The base of the falls is a popular swimming hole with 15 to 20 ft cliff jumping. Salmon spawning can be observed in season.

The park is open all year. Fees collected for services May 1 to October 15. There is a winter fee with nil services provided.