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.
Park Info
Owyacumish River Provincial Park and the adjoining Brim River Hot Springs Protected Area epitomize the rugged terrain and spectacular scenery of the BC north coast. Rivers flow through narrow valleys with steep, bare rock walls interspersed with numerous waterfalls; all of which are surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Coast Mountains, Kitimat Ranges. The park contains old-growth forests, fish & wildlife habitat and scenic waterfalls. The remoteness and pristine condition of the area, in combination with the marine – freshwater interface, ensures high value habitat that is suitable for a wide range of wildlife species, from shorebirds to grizzly bears.
Park Size: 805 ha
Stay Safe:
There are no developed trails in the park.
Be bear aware while on shore in this park and avoid taking dogs or other pets into backcountry areas.
Owyacumish River Park is located on the north side of Gardner Canal, approximately 15 km west of Kemano Bay and about 70 km southeast of Kitamaat Village. Kitamaat Village and the city of Kitimat are the nearest communities to this park. Access is by boat only and Owyacumish River is not suitable for jet boat travel. Use Marine Chart #3745 (Gardner Canal) and NTS Map Sheet # 103 H/9 (Brim River).
Kitimat Visitor Information Centre
PO Box 214
2109 Forest Avenue
Kitimat, BC, Canada V8C 2G7 http://www.tourismkitimat.ca/
e-mail: info@tourismkitimat.ca
ph: 250 632-6294 or 1-800-664-6554
Nature & Culture
History - Owyacumish River Park was designated as a Class A Provincial Park on May 20, 2004 following recommendations from the Kalum Land and Resource Management Plan.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Swimming
Swimming is possible in the ocean, but the water is cold all season long. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Facilities Available At This Park
Cabins / Huts / Yurts
There are cabins in the park for public use.
On Owyacumish Bay there is a trapper's Cabin built by the Haisla First Nation and open to the public. The cabin is 15' x 12' with 2 double bunk beds. UTM coordinates are: Zone 9U 5929390 m North; 0542125 m East. There is a sheltered anchorage near the cabin. The cabin is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Be prepared to sleep outside if the cabin is full.
Campfires
Please conserve: Campfires are permitted but firewood is not provided. If you must have a fire, please burn only dead and down wood, and be sure to extinguish the fire fully. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil so please use it conservatively, if at all. We encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of campfires and using camp stoves instead. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided.
Winter Camping
There are winter camping opportunities at this park, as it can be accessed year round.
