A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Campfires are not allowed in the park
Koksilah River Campground has been closed indefinitely, however, day use services are still offered. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please visit Bamberton campground, located 22 km south on the Trans-Canada Highway.
Kinsol Bypass Trail - Many sections of this trail are extremely muddy and difficult. During periods of heavy rain sections of this trail are subject to flooding. Current trail conditions are not safe for mountain biking. BC Parks is currently working with the Cowichan Valley Regional District to implement improvements to this section of trail.
Park Info
Koksilah River Provincial Park is located west of Shawnigan Lake on southern Vancouver Island.
Adjacent to the Koksilah River, this undeveloped park in the Vancouver
Island Forest Reserve offers good hiking, fishing and swimming opportunities.
Spend an afternoon picnicking near the scenic
surroundings of the Koksilah River and Canyon. This park is used mainly
on weekends by residents of southern Vancouver Island, who come to the
park to hike on the rustic trails and enjoy the river viewscape.
Park Size: 210 hectares
General Visitor Information
Horseback riding is not permitted along park trails; however, there are
horseback riding opportunities adjacent to the park.
Koksilah River Provincial Park is located 7 km west of Shawnigan Lake, on Southern Vancouver Island. Turn west off Hwy #1 at Shawnigan/Mill Bay Road in Mill Bay. Follow the road to Shawnigan Lake, then turn right onto Shawnigan Lake Road. Renfrew Road, a logging road, provides access to the park. Nearby communities include Shawnigan Lake, Cowichan Bay, Mill Bay and Duncan.
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
Cycling
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
Fishing is permitted in the Koksilah River 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.
Hiking
Koksilah River Park has no developed trails, however there are a number of good existing routes that lead to the river and throughout the forest and park.
Pets on Leash
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.
Swimming
There is no designated swimming area at this park. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
