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We are...
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WEST KOOTENAYPROVINCIAL PARKS
Y OCTOBER 2014MAY - OCTOBER 2014 Look for us
atwww.westkootenayparks.com FEATURING:CHAMPION LAKES,
SYRINGA,
KOKANEE CREEK
AND PASS CREEK
PROVINCIAL PARKS
The BC provincial park campgrounds of the West Kootenay have
tons tooffer any camping enthusiast gorgeous settings, clean and
well maintained
campsites, and a variety of all-natural activities await
you.
Some of the finest provincial parks in BC are right here:
Kokanee Creeknear Nelson, Syringa near Castlegar, and Champion
Lakes near Fruitvale.They all offer water access, playgrounds,
hiking, camping, campfire rings,
fishing, canoeing, swimming, cycling, wildlife viewing, and
more.
Each park has its own unique features. Kokanee Creek has
aVisitor Centre with a variety of interpretive programs, as well
as
a redfish spawning channel. Champion Lakes features threewarm
lakes, wonderful for swimming or non-motorized
boating. Syringa has opportunities for waterskiing andeven
windsurfing. Pass Creek Regional Park has a kitchenand cabanas to
rent for family or group functions.
Inside this guide you will find details for the individualparks,
including their activities, camping information,and maps of the
campgrounds.
This year, enjoy a fabulous camping holiday in theWest
Kootenay!
Champion Lakes Park ....................................2
Kokanee Creek Park ...........................3, 4, 5, 6
Syringa Park ................................................7,
8Pass Creek Regional Park ..............................8
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CHAMPION LAKES PROVINCIAL PARK
hampion Lakes Provincial Park takes its name from the lakes and
creek byname. The focal point of this park is a chain of three
small lakes that lie atevation of about 1,000 metres. Situated
approximately 20 km northeast of
city of Trail, the lakes are encompassed by the 1,408 hectare
Champion Lakesincial Park.
hese picturesque lakes form the headwaters of Landis Creek,
which in turns into Champion Creek and thence into the Columbia
River. Both the creekthe lakes were named for James W. Champion, an
early settler and orchard-the area.
hampion Lakes Provincial Park and the local area offer a wide
variety of
ities to its visitors including fishing, mountain biking and
swimming, whiches this an ideal destination for family fun.
The campground has 95 campsites withflush toilets, water and
firewood avail-able for sale from the Park Operators.Check-out time
is 11:00 am. If youare re-registering, please do so beforethen.
Visitors are requested to pleaserespect other campers and to
refrainfrom late parties, excessive noise andloud music. Only
registered campers areallowed in the campground after 10:00pm.
Camping fee is $21.00 per party,additional vehicles $10.50.
Firewood isavailable for sale from the Park Manager.
RESERVATIONS for a campsitemay be made by calling DISCOVER
CAMPING at 1-800-689-9025 orwww.discovercamping.ca
Services are provided by Park FacilityOperator. For information
on the parkand the surrounding area, visit the infor-mation shelter
near the entrance or talk tothe park staff.
Sani-station is located near the camp-ground entrance.
Sani-station fee is $5.00
Picnic tables are located on the southside of the third Champion
Lake near thepark entrance.
An Adventure playground is locatedadjacent to the campers beach
at thewest end of the third lake.
Launching sitesfor canoes, kayaks andcartop boats are located
across from thepicnic area on the third lake and near thewesterly
end of the second lake. POWERBOATS ARE PROHIBITED.
There are 2 beaches: the campersbeach next to the playground and
theday-use beach which has a swim float.
NO LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY.
CAUTION: THERE IS ASHARP DROP-OFF
Nine kilometres of unmaintained trailslie within the park
area.
NOTE: TRAILS ARE CLOSEDTO MOUNTAIN BIKES.
Fishing. Rainbow trout have beenstocked in the lakes. Angling
for thesefish can be rewarding for even the
youngest members of the family. Avalid BC Fishing Licence is
required.
ALL PETS MUST BE KEPT ON ALEASH WHILE IN THE PARK. PETSARE NOT
PERMITTED IN THE DAYUSE AND BEACH AREAS.
In the winter the Fruitvale Cross-CountrySki Club maintains ski
trails in the camp-ground and along forestry roads in thearea.
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Welcome to Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, onethe most popular
camping destinations in Britishumbia! Located on Hwy 3A 19 km east
of Nelson,
expansive Park offers 171 campsites, includingsites with
electrical hook-up, plus showers, sani-tion, flush toilets,
group-use areas and boatnch.
Kokanee Creek Park is a great destination forr summer vacation.
There is always lots to do,h 1500 metres of incredible sandy beach
at yourorstep. The Kokanee Creek delta provides manyportunities to
canoe and enjoy the abundantdlife of the park. The delta is home to
manycies of plants and animals that rely on thek for their
survival. Enjoy them and treatm with care. Numerous habitats in the
parkport a variety of mammals, such as coyotes,ver and deer, as
well as a wide variety of birdcies. And in the fall the man-made
spawningnnels on the creek provide the amazing spectaclehousands of
Kokanee salmon (or redfish) battlingir way upstream to spawn.
There are also many hiking and walking trailswithin the park.
For your own safety and thepreservation of the park, obey posted
signs and keepto designated trails.
In addition, Kokanee Glacier Park is only 16 kmaway and contains
over 100 km of beginner toadvanced hiking trails in spectacular
alpine terrain.
As well, two archaeological sites have beenidentified in the
park, indicating seasonal campsiteuse by the native Kootenay
people. Evidence ofbygone European settlement include remains of
oldhomesteads and an early estate. Nearby are miningghost towns and
village museums showing theKootenay area history.
Check the West Kootenay Visitor Centre at thepark for summer
programming.
Whether youre planning an expedition to KokaneeGlacier Park or
shopping in Nelson, Kokanee CreekProvincial Park makes an excellent
starting point foryour exploration of the West Kootenay area!
Welcome Visitors and Campers!
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VISITORS CENTRE
June 28 to Sept 2, 2014Open daily 9 am to 9 pm
Family naturalist and science programs,Jerrys Rangers, yoga,
kids art, Oso Negro coffeebar, books, information, free internet
and more
REDFISH FESTIVALSunday, August 24
Schedule:www.ecosociety.ca orEmail:[email protected]
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Heated Boats On-board BBQ Bathroom
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RESTRICTED BURNING HOURS:
To enforce firewood conservation,
fires are permitted from
7:00 am to 10:00 pm only.No exceptions will be permitted.
YOUR NEIGHBOURSON THE NORTHEAST SIDE OF
KOKANEE CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK
NATURE WALK! We are a 5minute trail walk along the water
Power Boat Rentals, Kayaks,Canoe, Stand-Up Boards
Fresh Coffee & MuffinsLiquor - Wines - Cold Beer
Gas / Diesel /Propane16 Flavours of Ice Cream
Boat Services Fresh SandwichesCamping/Fishing/Beach Supplies
Groceries - Frozen FoodsMeats/Produce Fireworks
ATM - Movie RentalsFirewood - Beach Stuff/Games
Open daily 7am - 9 pm
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Camper News 2014 Camper News 2014PAGE 5
KOOTENAY DISTRICT Kokanee Park Gate House
250-825-4212 www.gov.bc.ca/bcparks
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LEGENDAmphitheatre
Boat Launch
Fishing
Group Use Camping
Hiking
Information
No Dogs
Park Day Use Area
Parking
Pet OffLeash Area
Playground
Sani-station
Shower
Swimming
Telephone
Toilets
Trash Can
Water
WheelchairAccessible
Trail
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ERVATIONS NOW AVAILABLE...camping, by phoning Discover Camping
at 1-800-689-9025,ine at www.discovercamping.ca . Reservations can
be made
for the group campsite/group day use area. A minimum of 8
par-ties are needed to qualify to reserve the group campsite.
Groupcampsites are now reservable through Discover Camping.
SHOWERSare located at the toilet building between Ospreyand
Chipmunk Lanes, and in the Friends Campground
(see map).
BOWSER Dog owners must have their petsleashed at all times.
There are some areas of thepark where no pets are allowed. These
areas are theplayground and beach areas. The pet swimmingarea is
located at the boat launch (left of wharf).Poop and scoop is
mandatory!
VEHICLE USE must be kept to a minimum, andis permitted only on
park roads and in parking lots.All motorized vehicles must be
licensed and oper-ated by licensed drivers.
PARKING is permitted only in designated lotsand on gravel
portion of campsites. Parking is notpermitted on roadsides.
REGISTERED CAMPERSonly are permitted to remain in the
campgroundbetween 11:00 pm and 7:00 am.
EXCESSIVE NOISE is not permitted. Pleaseremember that sound
travels further in open air,especially music and loud talking.
QUIET TIME is from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am.Please do not operate
noisy camping equipment orgenerators.
GENERATORS may be used from 9:00 am to11:00 am and 6:00 pm to
8:00 pm
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION is permitted onlywithin the boundaries of
campsites with registeredoccupants.
HIBACHIS & CAMPSTOVESmust be used onthe ground unless
barbecue attachments are pro-vided on park picnic tables.
CAMPFIRES & FIREWOODCampfires must not exceed .5 metre in
size and areonly permitted in the fire rings.
Firewood is available for salefrom the Park operator.Cutting
trees or the collectionof deadfall for use in fires isnot
permitted.Fires are permitted from 7:00am to 10:00 pm only!
Noexceptions will be permitted!*Leaving a campfire unat-
tended is a serious offense:
fires must be extinguished
before retiring or leaving
your campsite.
BEAR AWARE
To avoid attracting bears to your campsite, please do not
useyour fire ring as a garbage receptacle. Make sure all garbageis
disposed of in the bear-proof containers provided. Do notleave pet
food out.
SEWAGE AND GREY WATERmay not be discharged intoany water course
or on land. Discharge must be made at thesani-station (see map) for
a $5.00 fee. Small amounts ofgrey water may be discharged at the
grey water pits locatednear toilet building.
TREESSmall trees and shrubs are easily damaged: do not usethem
for wiener sticks or tarp/clothesline supports.
PARK REGULATIONScan be enforced through fines of upto $100 for
each infraction and/or immediate eviction fromthe park.
LENGTH OF STAY is limited to a total of 14 days per year.
CHECK OUT TIME is 11:00 am. Re-registration time is10:00 am.
Check in time for reservations is 1:00 pm.
CAMPING FEESare $30.00 per day per party; $35.00 withelectrical
hook-up. They are based on the number of peopleand vehicles
occupying a campsite.
A camping party consists of
One to four persons 16 years of age or older
A maximum of eight persons including children (15 years ofage
and younger)
VEHICLES PER CAMPING PARTY:
One vehicle and trailer (including towed vehicle). Either
one
(but not both) may be an RV A second vehicle (non-RV) may be
allowed on site for an
additional nightly charge of 1/2 the campsite fee to a maxi-mum
$12
Note: A towed vehicle is not considered a second vehicle
Each member of a party may have one motorcycle i.e. fourpeople
with two motorcycles towing bike trailers, is onecamping fee
Campsite Maximum: One camping party per site, unlessotherwise
authorized
TENTS AND EQUIPMENTmust remain on the gravel por-tion of your
campsite.
RECYCLING 4-4-1 Holdings Ltd. and BC Parks recycle!To help us in
our recycling efforts, please place aluminium,clean tin, glass,
plastic pop bottles, liquor bottles and paperin blue labeled
garbage cans. We are unable to recycle
diapers and plastic bags at this time. Your co-operation
isgreatly appreciated.
ACT IN WAYS THAT INCREASE YOUR SAFETY
Prevent bear problems and problem bears by actingresponsibly
during your visit. Never feed or approach abear. Stay alert. Be a
responsible camper and hiker in han-dling all food and garbage.
Heed all posted warnings theyindicate that bears are known to be
active in the area. Reportall sightings and encounters to park
staff.
TAKE THESE PRECAUTIONS IN
DEVELOPED CAMPGROUNDS:
Reduce or eliminate the odours that attract bears
Store food/garbage in air-tight containersin the storage
provided or in your car trunk.Otherwise, suspend at least 4 metres
off theground and well away from any tree trunk
Avoid fish smells they strongly attractbears. Use fish cleaning
stations or seal fishparts in air-tight containers or throw into
deepwater
Cook and eat well away from your tent.
Clean up immediately. Never leave cook-ing utensils, coolers,
grease or dish water lyingaround
Never bury garbage. Bears normally dig forfood and they may come
to consider the loca-tion a food source which endangers
visitorsthat follow
Avoid getting scented cosmetics and foododours in clothing or
sleeping bags
Keep pets leashed
If possible, keep pets at home. free-runningpets can anger a
bear, may provoke an attack,and if the bear gives chase, bring the
bear backto the pets owner
Avoid walking at night
Animals are more active at night. Alwaysuse a flashlight to warn
them off during anyactivity after dark
Always keep children nearby and in sight.
ept 9
Winterafter Labour Day
until 3rd wk of June
Winterafter Labour Day
until 3rd wk of June
Summer3rd wk of Juneto Labour Day
esselName
rey 2000 6:30 am 6:30 am 7:10 am 7:10 am
rey 2000 8:10 am 8:10 am 9:00 am 9:00 am
rey 2000 9:50 am 9:50 am 10:40 am 10:40 am
Balfour 10:40 am 11:30 am
rey 2000 11:30 am 11:30 am 12:20 pm 12:20 pm
Balfour 12:20 pm 1:10 pm
rey 2000 1:10 pm 1:10 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm
Balfour 2:00 pm 2:50 pm
rey 2000 2:50 pm 2:50 pm 3:40 pm 3:40 pm
Balfour 3:40 pm 4:30 pm
rey 2000 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 5:20 pm 5:20 pm
Balfour 5:20 pm 6:10 pm
rey 2000 6:10 pm 6:10 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm
rey 2000 7:50 pm 7:50 pm 8:40 pm 8:40 pm
rey 2000 9:40 pm 9:40 pm 10:20 pm 10:20 pm
Balfour Terminal Kootenay Bay Terminal
Kootenay Lake Ferry
YEAR ROUND SCHEDULE
mmer schedule is in effect from the third week of June up to
andincluding Labour Day each year. All times are Pacific (Balfour)
time.
**NOTE:- Highlighted areas indicate Peak Ferry Travel.
Anticipate delays during this period.
Summer3rd wk of Juneto Labour Day
KOKANEE CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK
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Robson
PassCreek
Pass CreekPark
inga Park
ChampionLakes Park
KokaneeCreek Park
Fruitvale
AinsworthHot
Springs
Lower
Arrow
Lake
Nelson
Procter
Creston
Trail
Salmo
Ymir
Harrop
Balfour
Kootenay
Lake
KootenayBay
Castlegar
rea MapArea Map
pectacular LAKEFRONT Dining & Lodging
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achfront Dining
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SYRINGA PROVINCIAL PARK
yringa Provincial Park encompass-417 hectares near the
southeast-end of the Lower Arrow Lakervoir. The lake is actually a
part ofColumbia River that was wideneddeepened with the
construction
he Hugh Keenleyside Dam a shortnce downstream from the park.
tuated on a well-drained gravelh, the park nestles tightly
againstsouthwestern slopes of the Nornsge of the Columbia
Mountains.ss the lake from the parks broadand gravel beach rises
the Christina
ge of the Monashee Mountains.le on the flank of the mountainse
Rails Trail which follows the olddian Pacific Railway
right-of-wayclings precipitously to the almost
r cliffs as it wends its way upwardwestward to Christina
Lake.
he park was named for Syringak which flows into the Lower
Arrownear the parks southern bound-
The Syringa, or mock orange,shrub indigenous to the area. Itms
in early spring, showing clus-of white flowers with bright
yel-stamens. The moderately dry and
m climate of this part of the Westenay is conducive to the
growthants and trees like bunchgrass and
WelcomeVisitors
and
Campers!
Now we give you two choices...
ions Head Smoke & Brew Pub
ons Head Smoke & Brew Pub 250-365-BREW (2739)
Located in Robson, BC on the mighty Columbia River
Two patios, ATM, Wifi, free pool, off-sales and takeout
he Kootenays Top Destination for BC Craft Beer12 taps, with
daily draft sales
Attention Boaters!
Please use extreme caution when boating on
the Arrow Lakes and the Columbia River, above and
below BC Hydros Hugh Keenleyside Dam and the
Arrow Lakes Generating Station, owned by Columbia
Power and Columbia Basin Trust.
Areas to avoid:
Boats should not cross the safety boom across
the mouth of the i ntake channel on the Arrow
Lake, upstream of the generating station.
Boats are not permitted in the area below
the dam spillways or the generating station
tailrace.
Obey all warning signs and be aware that flows can
change at any time.
Please practice safe boating procedures.
Ponderosa pine which are not normally found in the region.
Syringa Park campground features 61 sites including 3
doublesites, 2 picnic areas, an adventure playground for the kids,
boatlaunch ramps, warm swimming beaches, group use camping area,and
a network of walking trails.
Deer frequent the park mostly in the spring, and
transplanted
elk and sheep are also commonly seen close by.Much more in
evidence are Columbian groundsquirrels and other members of the
squirrelfamily. Birds as varied as rufous hummingbirds,pine
siskins, chickadees and ravens are fre-quently seen.
Bears are fairly common in the park. Theyare wild animals and
can be dangerous. Neverapproach or feed them. Your food should
bestored in your locked car or in odour-proofcontainers. If you
make sure your campsite isclean and dont leave food lying around,
bearsand other animals and insects will be more aptto leave you
alone.
Lower Arrow Lake can provide excellent fish-
ing for rainbow trout, Dolly Varden and kokanee. You will need
aBritish Columbia angling licence if you plan on fishing.
Remember to practise safe swimming procedures: dont swimalone;
watch your children whenever they are near or in the
water;non-swimmers should not use inflatable swimming aids lest
they geta false sense of security.
Pharmacist On Staff1128-3rd Street, Castlegar
250-365-7813
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SYRINGA PROVINCIAL PARK
Pass Creek Regional Parkfeatures a campgroundwith hot showers
and pub-lic washrooms, playground,
kitchen, cabanas, a baseballdiamond and a soccer field.Cool off
with a refresh-ing dip, or enjoy a game ofhorseshoes or bocce,
fol-lowed by an intimate camp-fire or large scale barbecue.You can
enjoy hiking or bik-ing trails in the surroundingarea, or simply
come to ob-serve and learn about thefish spawning at the creek.
Pass Creek Regional Dis-trict Park and Campgroundis managed by
KellysMaintenance and Services.
Please call 250-304-4602.We have kitchen and caba-nas to rent
for your familyand group functions.
Camping $17/night includ-ing gst.
Firewood for sale.
Wifi available.
PASS CREEK REGIONAL PARK
We deliver to area parks and campgrounds
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Closed Sundays, Mondays
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SYRINGA PARK FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES
HE CAMPGROUND features 61 sitescluding 3 double sites. Check-out
time is:00 am. If you occupy your site after 11:00
m park staff will assume you are renewingur Park Use Permit.
Please see Camping
ees/Method of Payment below for details.you are re-registering,
please do so before
en. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00m and are strictly
enforced. For the comfortd security of our park visitors our Park
Mainate is closed nightly between 10:00 pm and00 am. Emergency
access can be arrangedith the Park Host (site#56) or our staff
(Parkervice Yard on map insert).
AMPING FEES/METHOD OF PAY-
ENT Camping fees are $21 per nightong with a second vehicle fee
of $10.50d apply from May 3 to September 30.iscounts are available
for Seniors whoe residents of BC and are available fromay 3 to June
14 and the day after Labour DaySeptember 30.
ATEHOUSE The gatehouse is not staffedn specific hours. Please
contact Park staffving throughout the park or ask the Park
Hostampsite #56) for assistance in contacting aark staff person. A
Visitor Attendant will visitur site for the collection of camping
feesd sale of firewood. You also have the optionmake your camping
fee payment by a self-
gistration envelope (available at the Gatehousesani-station) and
deposit payment through the
ot in the door at the Gatehouse.
ESERVATIONS for a campsite and theroup Use Area can be made by
contactingiscover Camping, either by calling 1-800-9-9025 or online
at www.discovercamping.. Make your selection online from
campsite
hotos and descriptions provided.
ENERATOR HOURS 9:00-11:00 am and00-8:00 pm.
PARKINGis permitted only in designated lotsand on the gravel
portion of campsites. Parkingis not permitted on roadsides.
CampgroundPark Visitors are welcome to park secondvehicles in
established parking areas in theCampground, Day Use or Boat Launch
areas.Second Vehicle fees apply in those locationswithin the Park.
The Park Facility Operatoris not responsible for vandalism or theft
ofvehicles parked within the provincial park.
DISABLED CAMPERS Campsite #13 and
the adjacent pit toilet is designated for
disabledaccessibility.
A SANI-STATION is located near thecampground entrance. Fee for
sani-dumping is $5or purchase a token from our staff or Park
Host.
PAY PHONE is located at the washroomfacilities on the North
Campground loop.
PARK DAY USE AREA is located north of thecampground along the
lake. A washroom/changehouse and picnic tables are available for
parkvisitors use. Closure 10:00 pm nightly.
GROUP USE AREAFamily reunions, GirlGuides and Scouting groups,
or just a groupof friends gathering for the weekend. Tryour new and
improved Group Use Areawith capacity for 60 people.
Individuallygravelled sites, water, pit toilets, group fire
pit and all the privacy your group wouldwant. Advanced bookings
required.
GROUP USE CAMPING The Group UseCampground is located northwest
of the DayUse area along the shores of Lower ArrowLake. The Group
Use Campground has 12 sites(3 double sites and 6 single sites),
common firepit, picnic tables, pit toilets, garbage receptaclesand
drinking water post. Reservations for thisarea can be made by
contacting DiscoverCamping at 1-800-689-9025 or online at
www.discovercamping.ca
THE ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
is located in the campground area near thecampers beach.
THE BOAT LAUNCH RAMP is located atthe south end of the park.
Closure 10:00 pmnightly.
SWIMMING BEACHES There areswimming beaches adjacent to the
campgroundand Day Use Area. NO LIFEGUARDS ON
DUTY.
FISHING Lower Arrow Lake can provideexcellent fishing for
Rainbow trout, DollyVarden or Kokanee salmon. NOTE: A valid
BCFishing Licence is required.
YELLOW PINE NATURE TRAIL isapproximately 4 km long and takes 45
minutesto an hour to walk. The trail climbs the hillsidebehind the
park and is fairly steep. Rest andenjoy the view from the bench at
the summit.
TRAILSAn additional 1.4 km of trails linkthe Park Day Use Area
with the campground.
PETS PETS ARE NOT PERMITTEDIN THE DAY USE, ADVENTURE
PLAYGROUND, AND BEACH AREAS.
A dog off-leash area is indicated by sign on thebeach front
between the Campground and Boat
Launch Area as well as a portion of the DayUse beach north of
the campground.
INFORMATION For information onSyringa Park please contact the
Park Staffor Campground Host (site #56) or visit ourwebsite
www.westkootenayparks.com. Phonemessages can be left at the
Gatehouse by calling250-365-6945. For campground and group
usereservations, please contact Discover Campingby either calling
1-800-689-9025 or going totheir website www.discovercamping.ca.
PARK FACILITY
OPERATOR
The Park is managed byPaul Simpson and Steve Safton.
CAMPFIRES Help BC Parks protectthe environment by reducing
firewoodconsumption: Please: respect campfireburning hours of 6:00
am to 10:00 pm usemid-day fires only for cooking for safetyssake,
keep campfires small and extinguish
them when no one is around.PICNICS A campsite may be used for
afamily picnic, however a camping fee of $21will apply.
Alternatively, a firepit and picnictables are available at the Day
Use area forthis purpose at no charge. Ask our staff or ParkHost
about purchasing firewood.
FIREWOOD Wood is available at $7 perbundle. Firewood may be
purchased from thePark Host or our staff. It is a violation of
thePark Act Regulations to use vegetation froma provincial park,
dead or alive, to start ormaintain a fire.
TREES Small trees and shrubs are easilydamaged. Do not use them
for wiener sticks ortarp/clothesline supports.
SECURITYOur staff want to ensure that yourvisit to the Park is a
pleasurable experience.Should you encounter any concerns or
issuesrequiring security assistance, please contactour Park staff
or Park Host. Violations of parkuse regulations are dealt with
decisively. Wetake pride in maintaining a high standard ofpark care
and maintenance We welcome yoursuggestions or comments.
EMERGENCYContact 911
