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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
- No park
alerts at this time
Park
Info:
One of the busier, most attractive and most regular stops
on the Inside Passage due to the wondrous site of the waterfalls
and migrating salmon viewing. Visitors may anchor on either
side of or in front of the falls.
Park
Size: 767
hectares
Special
Notes:
- From
the inlet, visitors may watch the salmon leaping in an effort
to navigate Verney Falls.
Management
Planning:
Location:
Lowe Inlet
is 22 km north of the bottom of Grenville Channel, slightly
more than 75 km from Butedale. It is 118 km south of Prince
Rupert. No vehicle access.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature
& Culture:- Cultural
Heritage - The area around
the falls, including the trails, is a First Nations Reserve.
- Conservation - Sport
fishing is banned in the lower pool flowing from the Kumowdah River.
This area is important to hundreds of spawning salmon.
- Wildlife - In August, spawning salmon arrive to head up Verney Falls towards Kumowdah River. Following the salmon, seals congregate to feed at the falls. Black bears stand along the falls to catch jumping salmon.
- General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information
Visitor
Safety:
General
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.
Reservations
are not accepted at this park. There are no vehicle accessible
camping facilities at this park. Wilderness, backcountry
or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.
For
parks that accept reservations or information on the reservation
service, click
here.
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No
vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
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Wilderness and backcountry camping is allowed, but
no facilities are provided. Marine access only.
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No
group campsites.
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No
day-use or picnic facilities.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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Bring
your own drinking water as potable water is not available
in the park.
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No
toilets. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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No
firewood or firerings are available. If you must
make a fire, please keep it minimal, make sure it
is extinguished and spread the ashes and rocks about.
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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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An
unmaintained trail to the left of the falls leads
to the lake, where there is good trout fishing. 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 permitted.
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Kayaking
can be enjoyed in this area, with landing beaches
available. Wilderness / backcountry camping is
permitted. Kayak rentals are available in Prince Rupert.
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This
park does not have a boat launch.
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Fishing is permitted only in posted areas. Anyone
fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence. Excellent tidal water fishing
opportunities for salmon and groundfish. Fishing licences
are available for purchase in Kitimat and Prince Rupert.
Sport fishing is restricted in the lower pool flowing
from the Kumowdah River. Please refer to current fishing
regulations.
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Cycling
is not permitted.
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No
horses and/or 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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