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
Visitors can enjoy hiking, bird watching, nature study and canoeing. The park is valuable for public access and enjoyment of the river frontage, since much of the river frontage between Chase and Kamloops is in private ownership.
It encompasses a 5km section of riparian habitat on the South Thompson River. Surrounding vegetation consists of aspen, cottonwood, Ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, willow, Russian olive, Hawthorne, Saskatoon berry, grass and sedge. The park provides important habitat for trumpeter swans and a variety of other waterfowl. Shorebirds, passerines, beavers, muskrats and otters also frequent the area. The South Thompson River contains trout, salmon and other fish species.
Park Size: 15 hectares
Stay Safe: Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
History - The park was created as a result of recommendations made in the Kamloops Land and Resources Management Plan.
Cultural Heritage - The presence of cultural heritage sites is unknown, but there is a possibility of kekuli pits in the area.
Conservation - The park protects a 5 km section of riparian habitat and frontage on the South Thompson River. Aspen, cottonwoods, Ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, willows, Russian olive, hawthornes, Saskatoon berry, grasses and sedges are protected within the park.
Wildlife - The park provides habitat for Trumpeter and Tundra swans, a large variety of other waterfowl and shorebird species, passerine bird species, beaver, muskrat, and otter. Trout, salmon and other fish species inhabit the South Thompson River.
Canoeing on the Thompson River is popular with visitors.
Hiking
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.
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.
Wildlife Viewing
There are wildlife viewing opportunities in the park.The park provides important habitat for trumpeter swans and a variety of other waterfowl. Shorebirds, passerines, beavers, muskrats and otters also frequent the area.
