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Special Notes:

• Bears, wolves and cougars may be present anywhere in the Sound. DO NOT BRING PETS INTO THE PARK AND KEEP YOUNG CHILDREN CLOSE.
• This park is a wilderness area that is not regularly serviced or patrolled. Please practice "no trace" camping. Good quality raingear is essential, even in the summer. Bring emergency equipment and spare clothing.
• Access to this park is by active logging roads. The chance of encountering loaded logging trucks while traveling these roads is highly likely. Logging trucks have the right of way at all times. Drivers should use caution and yield to logging trucks; use pullouts whenever possible.

Management Planning:

• Approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan.

• Location Map

The park is situated on the west coast of Vancouver Island and encompasses the lower Clayoquot River, Clayoquot Lake and the forested slopes northwest of the Clayoquot Arm of Kennedy Lake. Access to the park is by boat from the Clayoquot Arm Bridge on Kennedy Lake, off Highway 4 going north on West Main logging road.

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

• Location Map
• Park Area Map - (133 kb pdf)
• Brochure - Provincial Parks of Clayoquot Sound area (737 kb pdf)

• Cultural Heritage - This area has been inhabited for thousands of years by the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nation peoples. In the 1900s, settlers came to the area and fishing and logging became viable industries. Today, tourism is strong, encompassing wildlife viewing, sports fishing, kayaking, wilderness camping and other activities. The connection of the Nuu-chah-nulth peoples to this land is a vital, driving force, and it is equally important for visitors to respect this connection. Clayoquot Arm Provincial Park is in the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation. Access to Indian Reserves is prohibited unless prior permission has been granted from the band office.
• Conservation - The park contains rare old-growth forests of Sitka spruce in the Clayoquot Lake and lower Clayoquot River areas, and excellent sockeye salmon spawning conditions in the Clayoquot River and along the shores of Clayoquot Arm. An unusual phenomenon occurs in Clayoquot Arm where sockeye salmon spawn 20 meters below the surface. Unique flora and fauna, pristine old-growth forests, secluded sandy beaches, uninhabited islets and a fresh water lake can all be found here. Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the park's natural heritage, please don't damage or remove them
• Wildlife - Black bears, wolves and cougars may be present anywhere in the park. Park users should always be aware of bears and other wildlife in our park environment. Never feed or approach bears or other wildlife. For more information on bear safety click here; for more information on wolf safety, click here.
• General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

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

There are no designated campsites at this park. For parks that accept reservations or information on the reservation service, click here.

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	There are no vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park
	There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and there is no fee. This park is open year round; there is no fee for winter backcountry camping. Please practice Leave No Trace camping ethics..
	No group campsites.
	There are no day-use or picnic facilities at this park.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park. All surface water must be boiled, filtered or treated prior to consumption.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	There are no sani-station/dump facilities at this park.
	While fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. Use of chainsaws is not permitted. If you must use a campfire, please practice Leave No Trace camping ethics.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	There are no developed trails at this park.
	This park does not have a playground.
	There is no designated swimming area in this park however there are opportunities for swimming in Kennedy Lake. There are NO LIFEGUARDS on duty at provincial parks.
	Visitors can canoe or kayak on Kennedy Lake. Paddlers should be aware of prevailing westerly winds, which generally pick up in the afternoon during the summer. Paddlers can put in at the Clayoquot Arm Bridge on Kennedy Lake, accessed off Highway 4 going north on West Main logging road.
	There is a boat launch located next to the Clayoquot Arm Bridge, accessed from Hwy 4 to West Main logging road adjacent to the park. This boat launch is suitable for car toppers, canoes and kayaks.
	There are opportunities for fresh water fishing on Kennedy Lake, which is known to contain Cutthroat trout. Fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing regulations. All anglers should check the current regulations issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada prior to fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Cycling is not permitted at this park.
	Horseback riding is not permitted at this park.
	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, cougars and wolves.
	This park is a good place to view wildlife, including black bears.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	Opportunities for windsurfing exist at this park on Kennedy Lake.
	Opportunities for waterskiing exist at this park via a boat launch located at Kennedy Lake Provincial Park.
	Portions of this park are open to hunting for specific species. Hunters must have valid licences and tags. Please refer to current printed Hunting and Trapping Regulations and Synopsis publication for closures and regulations.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.