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Park
Info:
Rosewall Creek Provincial Park is situated along picturesque
Rosewall Creek, south of Fanny Bay on central Vancouver Island.
The park features a mixture of coniferous trees interspersed
with striking broad leaf maple trees. One of the best times
to visit this park is in the fall when the color of the maple
leaves makes an attractive backdrop for photographers.
This small day-use only park has two picnic areas on either
side of the creek. Two picnic tables overlook the creek on
one side, and two more tables are situated right next to
the river on the other. A short riverside trail connects
the two picnic areas on either side of Rosewall Creek.
Park
Size: 54.3
hectares
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management
Planning Information
Location:
Rosewall Creek Provincial
Park is located approximately 3 km south of Fanny Bay in the Comox
Valley on central Vancouver Island. The park can be accessed by the
Cook Creek interchange off Hwy #19 or Hwy #19a; the park is located
approximately 2 km from the interchange. The closest communities
are Fanny Bay, Courtenay, Comox Valley and Qualicum Beach.
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature
& Culture:
- History -
The Fanny Bay/Bowser Memorial Committee lobbied the government
to create this park, established in 1956, in memory of
Lt. Ian MacDonald. The picnic site in the park was dedicated
to the memory of Lt. Ian MacDonald (1920-1944) of the
Canadian Scottish Regiment. Ian was born in Vernon, BC
in 1920 and moved to Fanny Bay in 1929. Like many young
men and women of his day, Ian was quick to enlist when
Canada entered the war against Hitler's Germany in 1939.
On September 14, 1939 he became a private in the Canadian
Scottish Regiment at Comox, where, after extensive training,
he rose to the rank of Lieutenant. On June 2nd, 1944 he and those
under his command became part of the Allied invasion of Normandy – he
was killed in action 8 days later.
- Conservation - The
park protects a Coastal western hemlock forest and big
leaf maple trees, and makes a small contribution to the
representation of the Nanaimo Lowlands Ecosection. The
park also protects Rosewall Creek, a coho salmon spawning
stream.
Visitor
Safety:
- Trail
surfaces can be uneven.
- Watch
for rising water levels associated with periods of
snow melt or heavy rains.
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.
Camping
is not permitted at this park.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
R.L.C. Enterprize Ltd.
E-mail address: office@rlcenterprize.com
Phone: (250) 474-1336
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There
are no vehicle accessible camping facilities at this
park.
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Wilderness,
backcountry or walk-in camping is not permitted at
this park.
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There
are no group campsites at this park.
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This
park is day-use only and has 4 picnic tables (2 on
each side of the creek), two pit toilets and a small
parking lot. A short riverside trail connects the
two picnic areas on either side of the river.
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Pit
toilets and the short trail to the picnic area are
wheelchair accessible.
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Bring
your own drinking water as potable water is not available
in the park. Surface water from Rosewall Creek must
be boiled, filtered or treated prior to consumption.
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This
park has 2 pit toilets, located in the parking area. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities. The closest facilities
are at Mowhawk Gas and Canadian Tire in Courtenay.
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Campfires
are not permitted at this park.
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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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A
short wheelchair accessible loop trail runs along
both sides of the river, offering great views of
the river and forest. Another trail leads under the
highway bridge and upstream to some spectacular views
of the river. The upstream trail leads out of the
park through Ministry of Forests land to a beautiful
waterfall. This trail is not maintained by BC Parks. 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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There
is no designated swimming area at this park. During the summer when periods of
low water are present, the river pools provide good opportunities for
swimming. There
are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks. |
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There
are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this
park.
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This park does not have
a boat launch. The closest ocean boat launches are located in Deep Bay and
Fanny Bay.
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Fishing
is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing
regulations. This river is subject to spot closures.
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.
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Cycling
is permitted on roadways only. Bicycle helmets are
mandatory in British Columbia.
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No
horses and/or horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash and under control at all times. 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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