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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • There are no park alerts at this time.

Park Info:

Relax by the waterfall at this peaceful riverside park or explore the area by foot on hiking trails that weave their way through the lush forest, past waterfalls and river rapids. Named for the pioneer who built Port Alberni’s earliest sawmill, this park is an amalgamation of Stamp Falls and Money’s Pool provincial parks.

One of the park's main attractions is the annual run of thousands of Pacific salmon circling in the pool below Stamp Falls before ascending the fish ladders on their way to spawning beds. Lookout points along the river offer excellent views of the salmon fighting their way up the falls and fish ladders. This natural phenomenon occurs every year, starting in late August with sockeye and continuing with coho and Chinook right into December.

The salmon are a draw for black bear as well, who head to the river for an easy meal. As always when in wilderness areas, safety precautions should be taken. While fishing within the park boundaries is not permitted, this park is a popular base camp for anglers fishing other parts of the Stamp River, as well as visitors traveling to and from the Pacific Rim.

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Park Size: 327 hectares

Special Notes:

  • Sections of this river contain waterfalls, strong currents, fast running water and other hazards.
  • No swimming or boating in the park.
  • Domestic animals must be on a leash at all times in the park.
  • Domestic animals are not allowed on beach areas or in park buildings.

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

Stamp River Provincial Park is located northwest of Port Alberni on central Vancouver Island. Follow Hwy #4 past Port Alberni and turn onto Beaver Creek Road. Follow signs to the park.

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:
  • History - Stamp River Provincial Park was established when Stamp Falls and Stamp River Money's Pool parks were amalgamated.
  • Conservation/Wildlife - Beginning in August, thousands of sockeye, coho and Chinook salmon circle in the pool below Stamp Falls before ascending the fish ladders on their way to spawning beds. Sockeye salmon begin running in August and the run continues with coho and Chinook right into December. The salmon are a draw for black bears that head to the river for an easy meal. When in wilderness areas, take safety precautions to avoid wildlife.

  • Visitor Safety:
    • Sections of this river contain waterfalls, strong currents, fast running water and other hazards. Swimming and boating is strongly discouraged.
    • Riverbanks can be very slippery. Stay away from cliff and riverbank edges. Use caution when on trails.

    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.

    Campsite Reservations:
    Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.

    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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    vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

    winter camping

     

     

    This park offers vehicle accessible campsites set in a mature forest. A number of these sites overlook the river. Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.

    Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night
    BC Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only): $7.50 per senior's couple/night Winter Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $10.00 per party / 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.)

    April 15 - October 15
    Winter fee from October 16 to April 14 with no services provided
    Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: April 15 - October 15
    Campground Reservable Dates: May 15 - September 8
    Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: 23
    Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) 11
    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

    Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is not permitted at this park.

    group camping - 15 or more campers

    There are no group campsites at this park.

    picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

    This park has a day-use/picnic area, located past the campground alongside the river. Facilities include 4 picnic tables and 2 pit toilets.

    wheelchair accessibility

    There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park, however the river is easily viewed from the parking lot at the day-use area.

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    drinking water

    A cold water tap is located near the entrance to the campground.

    toilets

    This park has 8 pit toilets: 6 throughout the campground and 2 in the day-use area.

    showers

    No showers.

    sani-stations, sani-dumps

    No sani-station/dump facilities. The nearest facilities are at Canadian Tire in Port Alberni. The nearest sani-dump in a provincial park is at Rathtrevor Beach 2 km south of Parksville on Highway 19A.

    firewood, campfires

    While fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. Campfire rings are provided at each campsite.

    Firewood can be purchased from the Park Facility Operator. 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 (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). 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. 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. Interpretive signage about the fish ladder, salmon runs and salmon species can be found on the trails leading to the fish ladder.

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    walking, hiking trails

    There are 2 km of interlinked hiking/walking trails at this park. A 0.5 km trail leads from the parking lot at the day-use area to the fish ladder. A viewpoint above the fish ladder offers great views of the river, and in season, spawning salmon. Interpretive signage at this point offers information about the fish spawning cycle.

    From the fish ladder, trails continue through the forest. There is also a loop trail that overlooks the river.

    Riverbanks can be very slippery. Stay away from cliff and riverbank edges. 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.

    playgrounds

    This park does not have a playground.
    swimming

    There is no designated swimming area at this park. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

    canoeing, kayaking

    There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.

    power boats, boat launch

    This park does not have a boat launch.

    fishing

    Fishing is allowed in Stamp River park, but is closed 200m above & 500m below Stamp Falls from June 15 to November 15. Boundary markers are located on trees along the river. Changes to the regulations occur regularly along this river, so all anglers should check the current regulations prior to 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 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.

    wildlife viewing

    A viewpoint above the fish ladder offers great views of the river and spawning salmon in late summer.

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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

    This park is closed to hunting.

    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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