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BC Parks ' Wells Gray Provincial Park - Clearwater River
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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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wildlife viewing
winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating scuba, snorkelling windsurfing waterskiing hunting climbing, rock climbing spelunking, caving cabins, yurts, lodges click on green symbols for more information

 

Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • Please use caution on roads. Watch for potholes and falling rock.

Park Info:

The area provides opportunities for hiking, viewing of spectacular waterfalls, volcanic features, a natural rock bridge, quality trout, chinook and char fishing, camping, river rafting, kayaking, wildlife viewing, horseback riding and photography.

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Park Size: approximately 3100 ha

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

 

Location:

The Clearwater River area is located just north of Clearwater, and extends north along the Clearwater River to Mahood Lake along the southwest border of Wells Gray Park. Access via the Clearwater River Road along the western shore of the Clearwater River. From the town of Clearwater, road travels north 37 km to the confluence of the Mahood and Clearwater Rivers.

Map/Brochure:

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

There are no maps for this park.

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Nature & Culture:
  • History
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Conservation

  • Visitor Safety:

    • Most of the Park's lakes and rivers are glacier-fed and the water is icy-cold year-round.
    • Do not underestimate the demands of the backcountry. The hiker must be in good physical condition, properly equipped, and prepared to be totally self-sufficient. Take adequate clothing: high elevation weather is subject to change without notice, and Wells Gray's mountains can receive snow 12 months of the year.
    • Known as The Waterfall Park for good reason, streams and rivers have waterfalls of varying sizes -- never boat, canoe, raft or kayak without learning first where the pull-outs are.
    • Clearwater River Road (west side of Clearwater River) is subject to slides, flooding and is infrequently maintained.

    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.

    All campsites are on a 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:

    Blackwell Park Operations Ltd
    E-mail address: info@explorewellsgray.com
    Phone: (250) 674-2194

    Click here to view a non-government website for additional information.

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    vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

    Some rustic sites available on first-come, first-served basis along Clearwater River Road. There is limited to no developed facilities at these sites.
    Hours of Operation for frontcountry/vehicle accessible sites in Wells Gray

    wilderness, backcountry,  walk-in camping

    Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is allowed, but limited facilities are provided.
    Hours of Operation for backcountry/walk-in sites in Wells Gray

    group camping - 15 or more campers

    No group campsites.

    picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

    This park has a rustic day-use/picnic area.

    wheelchair accessibility

    Some facilities and hiking trails in the park are wheelchair accessible.

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    drinking water

    Cold water taps are located in developed campgrounds throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.

    toilets

    This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets.

    showers

    No showers.

    sani-stations, sani-dumps

    No sani-station/dump facilities.

    firewood, campfires

    Campfires are not permitted.

    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. Trail conditions and updates will be posted on the main page under the Attention Visitor Notice.

    This park offers a number of other recreational opportunities (including guided hiking tours). Click here to view a non-government web link, for additional information.

    playgrounds

    This park does not have a playground.

    swimming

    No swimming.

    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

    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 horses or 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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