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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
- There
are no park alerts at this time.
Park
Info:
Bull Canyon is a small campground along Highway 20, ideal
for visitors traveling in the Chilcotin. The park is located
in a beautiful canyon, with the glacier blue Chilcotin River
flowing past the campground. There is a short walking trail
beside the river, and the surrounding area supports excellent
fishing lakes, birdwatching and wildlife viewing opportunities.
People can view shallow caves in Bull Canyon Mountain on
the Chilcotin
River Interpretive Trail. Bull Canyon Park is often used
as a base to explore the Chilcotin.
Park
Size: 369
hectares
Special
Notes:
- The
gates at Bull Canyon are locked during the off-season,
from September 30th to May 15th. Bull Canyon is the
only provincial campsite along Highway 20 between Williams
Lake and Tweedsmuir Provincial Park. There are several
Forest Service campgrounds and two private campgrounds
on or near this section of Highway 20.
Management
Planning:
Management Planning Information
Location:
Six kilometres
west of the community of Alexis Creek, off Highway 20. The
nearest communities, towns and cities are Alexis Creek,
Redstone, Hanceville and Williams Lake.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature
& Culture:
- History - Bull Canyon
was established as a UREP (Use Recreation for the Enjoyment of the
Public) reserve in 1955 for the use, recreation and enjoyment of
the public. The Forest Service operated a fire suppression camp
in the summer months, just east of the present campground, from
1955 until the 1980s. The campground was developed in the 1970s
and reconstructed in 1992. Bull Canyon was designated as a provincial
park in 1993.
- Cultural
Heritage - Archaeological
sites exist throughout the park and are protected under the Heritage Conservation Act. Please do not disturb these sites.
- Conservation - The Chilcotin River, at Bull Canyon Park, is designated Class II Classified Waters. Special fishing restrictions apply to sections of this river. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Visitor
Safety:
- The Chilcotin
River is a very cold and fast moving river. Please keep children
and pets away from the river. Swimming is not recommended.
Visitor
Safety Information (park
safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
Reservations:For
parks that accept reservations,
all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover
Camping.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
G & P Kleenery Ltd
E-mail address: gpkleenery@telus.net
Phone: (250) 397-2523
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This
park offers vehicle accessible campsites on a first-come,
first-served basis - campsite reservations are not
accepted. There are 20 small to medium sites in
total , 2 of which are double sites and 1 a pull
through site. There are also 4 tent sites. Sites
are open, but still private, through to shady. The
closest store is 6 km away in Alexis Creek. If staff
are not available when you arrive at the campground,
choose your site and pay later. Staff will be at
the campground at least once a day during the camping
season.
Vehicle
Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night
BC
Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only):
$7.50 per senior's couple/night
Campground Hours
of Operation
All dates are subject
to change without notice |
Opening
and Closing Campground Dates: (campground
is accessible but may not offer full services
such as water, security, etc.)
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May
15 - September 30
(gate is closed during the off-season) |
| Campground
Dates with Full Services and Fees: |
May
15 - September 30 |
| Campground
Reservable Dates: |
Not
applicable |
| Total
Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: |
20 |
| Number
of Reservable Campsites, if applicable:
(all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) |
Not
applicable |
| Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts. |
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No
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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This
park has a day-use/picnic area.
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There
is one toilet located at the entrance of the park that
is wheelchair accessible
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A
hand pump well is available in the park. It is located
at the entrance of the park in the day use area.
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This
park only has pit toilets. They are located in the day
use area and throughout the campground |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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While campfires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite, we encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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There
is a Chilcotin River Interpretive Trail at the park,
which is 2 km (return) in length and was designed and
developed by the students of Alexis Creek Elementary
School. For
your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey
posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting
trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
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This
park does not have a playground.
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No
swimming.
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Although
whitewater canoeing and kayaking occur on the Chilcotin
River, there is no access to a put-in at this park.
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There
is no boat launch at this park.
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Sections
of the Chilcotin River are designated Class II Classified
Waters. Special fishing restrictions apply. People often
fish for trout and salmon species. Anyone fishing or
angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate
licence.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash at all times and are not
allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible
for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or
other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential
for problems with bears.
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No
wildlife viewing opportunities.
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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No
hunting in the park. |
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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