LOWER MAINLAND
activities. For the adventurous and energetic, you can climb to the sky with a hike at Mount Seymour, Stawamus Chief or Garibaldi Provincial Parks. This area offers hundreds of campsites, seemingly endless trails, lakes and waterfalls, and of course, access to the beautiful Pacific Ocean.
Park Facility Operator: Sea to Sky Park Services Phone: (604) 986-9371 E-mail:
info@seatoskyparks.com Website:
www.seatoskyparks.com www.bcparks.ca
Make a reservation at
www.discovercamping.ca
or by calling Discover Camping toll free (Canada/USA) 1-800-689-9025 or 1-519-826-6850 (international) from March 15 to Sept 15. Group camping and picnic site reservations can now be booked up to one year in advance.
For your convenience, online backcountry permit registration is available for 26 parks up to one month prior to arrival. Visit
www.bcparks.ca to register your backcountry adventure!
8 Alice Lake
electrified and require an additional fee), 12 walk- in campsites, 2 group campsites, two shower/ flush washroom buildings, and a sani-station family with a variety of activities to choose from including walking/hiking trails leading to 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. For more information and event dates, please visit seatoskyparks. com. Firewood and ice are available for sale.
9 Birkenhead Lake
west of D’Arcy and 90 km north of Whistler off of wilderness camping from the comforts of a drive-in campground only three hours north of Vancouver. Campfires are not permitted in the backcountry; however they are permitted in the campground. 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 hiking and mountain biking trails. Canoe rentals are available. Firewood is available for sale.
10 Brandywine Falls 18
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 Whistler Bungee Bridge (1 hour return).
11 Cypress
Contact Info for Cypress Provincial Park: Email:
contact@cypressmountain.com Phone: (604) 926-5612
campsites along the Howe Sound Crest trail, two day-use/picnic areas, parking area, pit and flush located in 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 kilometers of hiking trails, some of which are wheelchair accessible. Please ride bicycles on roadways only.
12 Garibaldi
camping and picnic areas throughout park. Overnight shelter is available at Elfin Lakes on a first- come, first-served basis. Small huts are available at Wedgemont Lake and Russet Lake. the Coast Mountains, 70 km north of Vancouver. park is known for its natural beauty combined with over 90 km of hiking opportunities.
Garibaldi Park’s rich geological history, diverse vegetation, snow-capped mountains, iridescent waters, abundant wildlife and scenic vistas all contribute to its’ immense beauty, and make it a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors must practice the “Leave No Trace” camping ethic – pack out what you pack in. The trailheads for Black Tusk and Diamondhead trails are maintained by Sea to Sky Park Services. For more information on backcountry camping, please visit
www.bcparks.ca.
13 Halkett Bay
1 marine mooring buoy are available on a first- Sound, on the south-eastern shore of Gambier 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.
14 Mount Seymour
group walk-in campsite with a pit toilet, group shelter and picnic tables, three day-use/picnic variety of summer recreation activities including
Olympic Legacy Cabins at Porteau Cove Provincial Park
Located along Howe Sound, these oceanside one bedroom and loft cabins are fully furnished and ready for you to enjoy. Rates start from $139/night.
Tel: 604-986-9371 Email:
info@seatoskyparks.com Website:
www.seatoskyparks.com
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