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Okeover Arm

This site is a good family camping area and is also often used as a starting point for kayakers heading out to Desolation Sound.

Desolation Sound Marine

This marine park is a paddler’s paradise with endless coves and islands to explore. It is also popular with boaters and yachters who have access to stern ties in many of the bays.

Emory Creek

This park is located next to the Canadian Pacific Railway mainline.

The Skagit Valley provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities in a natural, wilderness setting. The park offers 50 km of horse trails and is a very popular fishing area. Note: Ross Lake campground is located on a reservoir. The level of water in the reservoir fluctuates greatly. July and August are the only months when the…

Silver Lake

This park is a small, largely undeveloped lakefront area. Visitors can enjoy fishing, picnicking and boating against a spectacular mountain backdrop or take pleasure in a rustic camping experience.

Sasquatch

This park is ideal for small motor (under 10 hp) boating, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, picnicking, wildlife viewing. Sasquatch Park also offers 7 km of hiking trails, 3 boat launches and canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard rentals are available at the Hicks Lake boat launch. Winter camping is available at Lakeside/Deer Lake dependant on snowfall levels.

Cultus Lake

This park is one of the most popular destinations in the Lower Mainland, particularly on weekends during the summer. The park is encompassed by a large, warm, freshwater lake surrounded by forest-clad mountains. The lake offers ample opportunities for fishing, hiking, picnicking, and exploring the lake from the comfort of a small motorboat. Canoe, kayak,…

Coquihalla Canyon

This spectacular day-use area highlights the Canadian Pacific Railway route over 3 mountain ranges at the top of the Coquihalla Gorge. In sections, the river has cut a 100-metre channel into solid granite. This is the location of the Othello Tunnels.

Chilliwack Lake

A popular park for hiking, fishing, small motor-boating, canoeing and kayaking. 40 km of hiking trails are great for wildlife viewing and enjoying nature. Those seeking a wilderness camping experience can access the campgrounds located at Greendrop, Lindeman, Flora, and Radium Lakes.

Bridal Veil Falls

Visitors can enjoy a day of picnicking, hiking and a spectacular view of the 60 meter waterfalls. Just a 15 minute walk from the parking lot. The beautiful, mossy forest leading up to the falls is also a great quick escape into nature.

Peace Arch (Canadian Side)

Area straddles the 49th Parallel on the Canadian/US border. Beautiful lawns and gardens feature the Peace Arch representing lasting peace between the two countries. Group picnic site reservations available, call 604-541-1217.

Rolley Lake

The lake offers a sandy beach, swimming area and canoeing/kayaking (no power or electric motors). There is a walking trail around the lakeshore and wildlife viewing from the boardwalk.

Golden Ears

This park offers many outdoor activities. Canoe rentals at South Beach day-use area.

Stawamus Chief

The park boasts a 700 m tall granite monolith, a world renowned big-wall climbing mecca and bouldering destination. Or take a day hike to one of the three main peaks, 2 to 5 hours on steep terrain rewards you with sweeping views of Howe Sound and the surrounding mountains, as well as a great place…

Shannon Falls

Shannon Falls is the third-highest falls in British Columbia, measuring 335 meters tall. A viewing platform is located only 350 metres from the parking lot and is accessible by a gentle paved pathway. A second viewing platform offers a closer look at the falls while experiencing some of its spray! This beautiful day-use area has…

Porteau Cove

Only 45 minute drive north of Vancouver, enjoy the experience of ocean front camping at Porteau Cove. The day-use area offers picnic sites in a grassy area along the shore with gorgeous views of Howe Sound and Anvil Island. Porteau Cove is also accessible by water; a mooring float (with no shore access) is located…

Plumper Cove Marine

Paddle, power or sail to Plumper Cove Marine Park and enjoy one of the most beautiful settings in the region. Water taxi service is available from Gibsons. Docking is available for boats up to 13 meters. The park includes a day-use area with large lawn, picnic sites, ocean view, and room for activities. Firewood is…

Nairn Falls

Camp in the warmest and driest climate of the entire Sea to Sky area and visit nature’s amazing rock sculpted 60-meter water-fall, only a 1.5 km walk from the day-use parking lot. Visitors will find many hiking trails including a 2.6 km portion of the Sea to Sky Trail which spans from the Campground to…

Murrin

Enjoy a relaxing picnic in the sun with your friends and family while having access to swimming, fishing and rock climbing. For climbers, there are various climbing walls to choose from.

Mount Seymour

Mount Seymour offers a variety of summer recreation activities including picnicking, bird and wildlife viewing, mountain biking, and hiking. In the summer, Mt Seymour Resorts Ltd. offers a patio restaurant and bar and a Summer Kids Eco Adventure Camp in July and August. These mid-week day camps for 5-12 and 13-15 year olds offer children…

Joffre Lakes

The highlight of this park is the turquoise blue waters of Lower, Middle and Upper Joffre lakes, all three of which are located along the trail. Their striking, saturated blue colour is caused by “rockflour” – or glacial silt – that is suspended in the water and reflects sunlight. Steeply rising from Lower Joffre Lake,…

Halkett Bay

Halkett Bay offers a wilderness camping experience in a marine environment, just minutes north of Horseshoe Bay by boat. Access to land is available using the small float and dock. Only dinghies are permitted to be tied up at the dock for extended periods of time. Campfires not permitted at this park.

Garibaldi

Garibaldi Park’s rich geological history, diverse vegetation, snow-capped mountains, iridescent waters, abundant wildlife and scenic vistas all contribute to the immense beauty, and make it a year round destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can access over 90km of hiking trails that take them to popular destinations including Elfin Lakes, Garibaldi Lake, and Panorama Ridge. This is purely…

Duffey Lake

Established as a provincial park in 1993, this park is centered around the picturesque Duffey Lake and overshadowed by the Mt. Rohr. A popular spot for canoeing, kayaking and wildlife viewing. The park offers a rough gravel boat launch, but use caution, as the wind can be strong on the lake. The Duffey Lake area…

Cypress

This park, located on the North Shore Mountains, is very popular for hiking and skiing enthusiasts visiting the Vancouver area. No matter what the season or the weather, the park is an enjoyable place to visit and view the outlying areas of Vancouver. You’ll find many km of hiking trails, some of which are wheelchair…

Brandywine Falls

The day-use area has been expanded for guests to enjoy the spectacular 70-meter falls and view of Daisy Lake. A short walk from Brandywine Falls’ viewing platform, along a short gentle trail, is another viewpoint of the magnificent Black Tusk. There are hiking trails to the Cal Cheak Suspension Bridge (2 hour return) and the…

Birkenhead Lake

One of the Sea to Sky’s best-kept secrets! Enjoy the peace and tranquility associated with wilderness camping from the comforts of a drive-in campground, situated only three hours north of Vancouver. A spacious day-use area includes sandy beaches, several picnic sites, a designated swimming area, and a concrete boat launch. The area includes over 11 km of…

Alice Lake

A camping experience for the whole family with a variety of activities to choose from including walking/hiking trails leading to other lakes, views of the Squamish River and Tantalus Mountain Range, mountain biking, swimming, and a playground. The day-use area includes three picnic areas, each located by sandy beaches with access to the lake. Canoe,…

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Lower Mainland

Okeover Arm

Desolation Sound Marine

Emory Creek

Skagit Valley

Silver Lake

Sasquatch

Cultus Lake

Coquihalla Canyon

Chilliwack Lake

Bridal Veil Falls

Peace Arch (Canadian Side)

Rolley Lake

Golden Ears

Stawamus Chief

Shannon Falls

Porteau Cove

Plumper Cove Marine

Nairn Falls

Murrin

Mount Seymour

Joffre Lakes

Halkett Bay

Garibaldi

Duffey Lake

Cypress

Brandywine Falls

Birkenhead Lake

Alice Lake

Smuggler Cove Marine

Skookumchuck Narrows

Sargeant Bay

Saltery Bay

Roberts Creek

Porpoise Bay

Inland Lake

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Okeover Arm

Desolation Sound Marine

Emory Creek

Skagit Valley

Silver Lake

Sasquatch

Cultus Lake

Coquihalla Canyon

Chilliwack Lake

Bridal Veil Falls

Peace Arch (Canadian Side)

Rolley Lake

Golden Ears

Stawamus Chief

Shannon Falls

Porteau Cove

Plumper Cove Marine

Nairn Falls

Murrin

Mount Seymour

Joffre Lakes

Halkett Bay

Garibaldi

Duffey Lake

Cypress

Brandywine Falls

Birkenhead Lake

Alice Lake

Smuggler Cove Marine

Skookumchuck Narrows

Sargeant Bay

Saltery Bay

Roberts Creek

Porpoise Bay

Inland Lake

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