• Please use caution - watch for debris on lake.
• Due to low water levels, the sani-station has been closed for the season.

Special Notes:

• Houseboats may not beach between the signs at Haven Point and the ranger cabin during the period June 28 to Labour Day.
• The hand pump provides lake water. Visitors should either bring drinking water from home or boil or treat the water provided by the hand-pump.
• This is a heavy boat traffic area. Use caution and practise safe boating.
• There are no public telephones at Cinnemousun.
• Please help to prevent the spread of Eurasian Water Milfoil by removing all weeds from your boat and motor before launching and after removing it from the lake.
• Excessive noise is not permitted at any time. Please be considerate and observe the quiet time from 10 pm to 7 am.
• Consumption of alcohol is prohibited in provincial parks, except within your campsite.

Management Planning:

• The Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan is now available online (99kb pdf).

• Location Map

This park is accessible by water only; launch facilities are located throughout the Shuswap including at Shuswap Lake, Herald and Mara Provincial Parks. As well, privately-owned marinas and the towns of Sicamous, Chase, Salmon Arm and Canoe - all have boat launches. The closest communities, towns and cities are Seymour Arm, Anglemont, Celista, Scotch Creek, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay, Sicamous, Tappen, Sorrento and Salmon Arm.

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

• Location Map

• History - Established in 1956.
• Conservation - Cinnemousun Park is in the Interior Cedar/Hemlock zone. Look for western yew with its red berries and peeling bark. Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the park's natural heritage, please don't damage or remove them Cutting of trees - live or dead - for firewood is strictly prohibited.
• Wildlife - Cougars are occasionally seen here. Wildlife is potentially dangerous and may be encountered at any time. Make lots of noise when hiking where signs of bears are found. Practice safe food storage, and dispose of garbage in the containers provided. Park users should always be aware of bears and other wildlife in our park environment. Never feed or approach bears or other wildlife.
• General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

• While boating in the Shuswap, watch for bouys that may indicate divers in area, safe anchorage, or a swimming area where boats are not permitted.
• Some sites do no have protected beaches. In stormy weather, it is advisable to beach your boat stern-first, and secure it with long ropes from the bow to pegs on the shore. Houseboats should be beached according to instructions received from the rental companies.

General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations are not accepted at this park, all campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis. For parks that accept reservations or information on the reservation service, click here.

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	This park is accessible only by water. No vehicle access.
	There are 28 walk-in forested campsites at this park. Each one is situated in a cool shady spot and has a great view of the lake . Marine Access Camping Fee: $15.00 per vessel / night Marine Access Camping Annual Fee: $600.00 per vessel / year 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.) April - October Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: May 1 - September 30 Off season: no fee, no services Campground Reservable Dates: Not applicable Total Number of Campsites: 28 walk-in sites Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) Not applicable Note: The Park is open year round unless inaccessible due to weather conditions, especially during the off-season. If the park or campground are closed for other reasons, information is noted in the Attention Visitor Notice at the top of this page.
	There are no group campsites at this park.
	Picnicking is permitted in unoccupied campsites as there is not a designated day-use area.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	The hand-pump provides lake water, NOT well-water. Visitors should bring their own drinking water or boil or treat the water from the pump.
	This park has pit toilets located throughout the campground.
	No showers.
	A marine sani-station is located at Cinnemousun Narrows and a fee is charged for the service. Pump-outs for vessels with holding tanks of 25 gallons or less ONLY Sani-station Use Fee: Up to 115 litres: $15.00 per discharge
	Firewood can be purchased from the Park Facility Operator in some parks or you can bring your own wood. Fees from firewood are set locally and may vary. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented and some parks may use ocmmunal fire rings. Be prepared to bring portable stove for cooking.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	4 kms of hiking trails lead to viewpoint overlooking the lake. 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.
	This park does not have a playground.
	A swimming area is bouyed-off from boating traffic. The lake is popular with scuba-divers, so boaters must watch for their marking buoys. There is 640 m of sand and gravel beach at Cinnemousun. There are NO LIFEGUARDS on duty at provincial parks.
	There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
	A number of areas provide boat launches on Shuswap. There are four wharves at Cinnemousun.
	Shuswap Lake contains 19 species of fish and year round fishing. Lake trout and Rainbows to 10 kg. Bull Trout, Kokanee, Burbot, Whitefish. Trolling for deep lurkers is the most popular technique. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	No horseback riding.
	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.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	SCUBA diving does occur in Shuswap Lake. Please check with local dive operators for more information.
	Windsurfing does occur on Shuswap Lake. Please check with the Canadian Coast Guard for the current regulations and restrictions.
	Watersking is popular on Shuswap Lake. Please check with the Canadian Coast Guard for the current regulations and restrictions.
	No hunting in the park.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	There are 3 shelters located in the campsite and can be used on a first-come first-served basis. The regular camping fee applies to these.