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Camping at Okeover Arm Provincial Park ' Okeover Arm Provincial Park
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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites wilderness, backcountry, walk-in camping group camping - 15 or more campers picnic, day-use facilities, no camping wheelchair accessiblity drinking water toilets showers sani-stations, sani-dumps firewood, campfires There are no electrical hook-ups in this park interpretive, educational programs
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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • There are no park alerts at this time.

Park Info:

On the east side of the Malaspina Peninsula, visitors enjoy canoeing and kayaking, searching out the varied marine life and walking through the lightly-forested upland. This small campground is on the doorstep of Desolation Sound Marine Park. There are 14 vehicle/tent sites open seasonally and four small, condensed sites open all year. Activities include swimming, fishing, canoeing/kayaking.

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Park Size: 4 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

At northern terminus of Hwy #101, 19 km north of Powell River. Lund is the closest community to the Park, located approximately 9 km west by road.

Map/Brochure:

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

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Nature & Culture:
  • Part of the campsite and day use area are situated on a traditional Sliammon Fist Nations archeological site. BC Parks worked closely with the Sliammon Band to develop the site in a way that would enhance the protection a large shell midden which is the main feature of the site. There are interpretive signs explaining the significant aspects of the site.


Visitor Safety:

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

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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, 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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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

This park offers 14 vehicle accessible campsites and 4 tent only sites on a first-come, first-served basis - campsite reservations are not accepted. The 14 vehicle accessible sites are open seasonally. The 4 tent only sites are open all year. There are 2 double sites. Sites are spaced in a setting of mature hemlock and cedar trees. There is room for 2 vehicles at each site, extra parking is available for campers only. Camping is by self-registration. There is no fee in the off-season. There is no pay phone in the park. The nearest store is in Lund approximately 8 km away.
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.)

May 15 - September 15
Gate is closed to main campground area during the off-season.
Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: May 15 - September 15
Off-season: There are four sites open; no fee, no services, user-maintained.
Campground Reservable Dates: Not applicable
Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: 14 vehicle accessible and
4 tent sites
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.
wilderness, backcountry,  walk-in camping

No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.

group camping - 15 or more campers

No group campsites.

picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

This park has a picnic/day-use area located next to the campgrounds. There are no covered shelters or picnic tables. There is a small grassy area with a bench and a view of Okeover Arm and Lancelot Inlet. The beach is very rocky with no sand. There are wheelchair accessible pit toilets in the day-use area.

wheelchair accessibility

This park has wheelchair accessible pit toilets.

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drinking water

There is a cold water hand pump located in the park at the north end of the campground at the edge of the parking lot.

toilets

This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets. The pit toilets are wheelchair accessible.

showers

No showers.

sani-stations, sani-dumps

No sani-station/dump facilities.

firewood, campfires

Campfires are permitted in the designated fire rings at each campsite. Firewood is available at a cost of $6 per bundle or you can bring your own wood. Fees for 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 communal fire rings. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.

There are no electrical hook-ups in this park There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
interpretive,  educational  programs

There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

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walking, hiking trails

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.

There are no developed trails at this park.

playgrounds

This park does not have a playground.
swimming

Ocean swimming is available. The beach is very rocky with no sand. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

canoeing, kayaking

There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. This park is often used by kayakers as a jumping point to access Desolation Sound Provincial Marine Park.

power boats, boat launch

Although this park does not have a boat launch, there is a boat launch immediately adjacent to the park. Please note that the boat launch is only recommended for use during high tides and with 4 wheel drive vehicles. The habour authority has built a new parking area which is 50 meters from the park and very convenient for boaters.

fishing

Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

cycling, mountain biking, bicycling

Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

horses, horseback riding

No horseback riding.

pets, domestic animals in parks 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.
wildlife viewing

No wildlife viewing opportunities.

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winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating

No winter recreation opportunities.

scuba, snorkelling

No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.

windsurfing

No windsurfing opportunities.

waterskiing

No waterskiing opportunities.

hunting

No hunting in the park.

climbing, rock climbing

No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.

spelunking, caving

No spelunking or caving opportunities.

cabins, yurts, lodges

No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.

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