General Recreation Information

Trail Etiquette

Please keep to the designated trails. Short cutting on switch-backs damages the plants and soils which keep rain and snow melt from eroding the trail. Do not cut down live trees. Take only photographs, leave only footprints.

Site Etiquette

Roads are often used by visitors as paths and play areas, maximum speed is 20 km/h, please do not drive over the vegetation. Park in designated areas, keep roads clear and do not block traffic.
Respect the peace and quiet of others, keep your noise to a minimum at all times. Obey designated quiet time: 11pm to 7am.
Keep your pets quiet and under control at all times.

Safety Tips

Before leaving on a hike, let a responsible individual know where you are going and when you will be returning. Always contact that individual when you return. Never hike alone and always take a map, compass, food and emergency gear. Always assume you will be staying overnight.

Forest Fires

Keep your campfire small and in the fire rings provided, do not light campfires during strong winds. Attend to your campfire at all times and extinguish before leaving. Should you spot a forest fire in British Columbia call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 from a cellular phone. This is a free, province wide, forest fire emergency phone number.

Safety in Bear Country

Bears usually avoid people, but they can be attracted to human food and garbage. For your own safety, take the following precautions: avoid all contact with bears; be camper smart and keep a clean camp; do not surprise bears; make your presence known with noise makers while hiking and never hike alone.
If you Encounter a Bear:
Every bear encounter is unique so there are no steadfast rules which can be applied to every situation.If you meet a bear in the wild, try to remain calm. Never approach or chase the bear, instead face the bear without making eye contact and back away slowly. Take the same route out that you came in. Try to keep track of the bear's location, but again, don't challenge the bear by making eye contact. If the bear makes blowing or snorting noises and then charges and veers off at the last second this is likely defensive behavior so continue to back away. Extend your arms above your head appearing as large as you can, talk in a gruff voice, and look for a weapon such as a rock or stick. Try dropping your pack to distract the bear, but only do this if absolutely necessary because the bear could learn to pursue people for their packs. Climb a tree as a last resort.  

Traveling on Logging Roads

Although most logging roads are open to the public, many of them are active, meaning that you can expect to meet logging trucks, especially during weekdays. Logging trucks have the right of way at all times. Follow radio controlled vehicles on active logging roads. Drive with caution and with your headlights on.