This park is currently closed due to fire hazard.
Please Note: During a campfire ban, smoking is restricted in all public areas of a park or protected area. Please read this Information Bulletin [PDF].
Catto Creek Conservancy
- This is a very remote area. Any visitors must be self sufficient and fully prepared. It is recommended that visitors carry a Satellite Phone or handheld VHF radio in case of emergencies.
About This Conservancy
Catto Creek Conservancy contains part of the Silverthrone volcanic complex which lies near the coast in SW British Columbia NW of the head of Knight Inlet. Silverthrone is a roughly circular, 20-km-wide, deeply dissected caldera complex containing rhyolitic, dacitic and andesitic lava domes, flows and breccia.
The nearest town is Campbell River which is 2 hours flying time south of the Conservancy. Flying time from Tatlayoko Lake is approximately 1 hour.
Date Established:
June 27, 2008
Size:
7,249 Ha
Reservations
For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites and group sites must be reserved through Discover Camping.No facilities or campgrounds in Catto Creek Conservancy. Backcountry camping only. Currently there are no fees collected in this Conservancy.
Maps and Brochures
Location: Catto Creek Conservancy is located about 2 hrs flying time from Campbell River. Access is difficult as this conservancy is in a very remote location.Please note: Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.
- Catto Creek Conservancy Map [PDF 201KB]
Nature and Culture
- History - Catto Creek Conservancy was established August 23, 1973.
- Conservation - The primary role of Catto Creek Conservancy is the preservation of geomorphological features known as “the paint pots”.
Management Planning
Management Planning Information- Online Management planning information for this park is not available at this time.
Activities Available at this Conservancy
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate license.
Hiking
There are no developed trails at this park.
Hunting
The park is open to hunting. Guided and unguided hunting permitted in this Conservancy. Check with Hunting and Trapping Synopsis for regulations.
Pets on Leash
Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Owners are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
Winter Recreation
There are winter recreation opportunities in the park. The may be some potential for heli skiing in this Conservancy but at this time BC Parks is not aware of any taking place.
Facilities Available at this Conservancy
Campfires
While campfires are permitted we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using camp stoves instead. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented during the operating season when fire restrictions are in place.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. This is a very remote area and users must be fully prepared and self sufficient if visiting this Conservancy. This should include carrying a VHF radio or Satellite Phone as any rescue from this area could be problematic.
Winter Camping
There is Winter Camping in the park. Visitors must be fully prepared and self sufficient to camp in this Conservancy.
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