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Cowichan River

Cowichan River © Robert Reid/BC Parks

About the Park

If it’s outdoor recreation you’re after, Cowichan River Park is the place to go. Great for swimming, canoeing, white-water kayaking, tubing, camping, fishing, and hiking. Also, it’s a great place to take it easy in the sun; you’re bound to find something to do in this “recreation corridor”. Stoltz Pool is open year round.

Cowichan River © Robert Reid/BC Parks
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Lake Cowichan, CA
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Contact

K2 Park Services Ltd.
Phone/Fax: 1 877-559-2115
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.k2parks.ca

For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/cowichan-river-park/

 

 

Rates

Frontcountry camping – $20/party/night – $29/party/night June 15-Sept.7, 2026
Group camping base fee – $80/group site/night
Group picnicking – $50/group site/day

Facilities

43 campsites at Stoltz Pool and 2 group sites – Stoltz Pool and Horseshoe Bend.

Location

There are 3 main access points off Highway 18 north of Duncan.

Size

1,414 ha.
Available amenities & activities at this park
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Park Amenities


  • Vehicle accessible camping facilities

  • Group campsites

  • Picnic sites

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Pit Toilets

  • Campfires allowed

  • Beach

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Swimming

  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Bicycling

  • Horseback riding
Directions & Gallery

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