Beaver Creek Park is located in the British Columbia
Southern Interior, Southeast of the City of Trail. It
is situated along the eastern bank of the Columbia River,
north of the Waneta International border crossing and
parallel to Highway 22A. It is bordered by residential
lands and the Trail Airport. The park is a popular local
recreation area and protects the habitat of a variety
of wildlife and vegetation species, some of which are
rare and endangered.
Please note:
This park is managed by the Kiwanis Club. The park operates
on a "user maintained" basis and services and facilities
may differ from those offered in other
BC
Parks.
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The park has one
campground situated along the Columbia River. There are 19 sites along the
river some
of which provide views of the river. There
a no pull through sites and most of the sites are medium in size. Approximately
8 sites will accommodate larger recreation vehicles. All of the sites are evenly
spaced and are semi shaded in a new growth mixed forest.
This park offers
services during the peak season from May to September. This campsite has
no reservation
system. Visitors select a vacant site and staff will come to collect fees.
There is a gateand staff host residence located at the park entrance.
This provides good 24 hour security. There are no pay phones in the park.
The
closest store and pay phone is located at the Waneta Junction approximately
4 kilometers
North of the park.
Vehicle Access Camping Fee : $15.00 per party/night which includes shower
fees.
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No
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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This park has a large day use area
which is situated alongside Beaver Creek. There is a large picnic shelter
that can be booked for large gatherings through
the Kiwanis Club. The club provides a propane barbeque for those who rent the
shelter. Parking for 40 vehicles is provided and there is disabled access to
the site. The area also has a large open grassed area for sports and a playground
for younger children. Bocci pits , concrete basketball court and a softball
area are available for use. Other facility’s on site include water taps,
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There is a wheelchair accessible
toilet located in the day use area and the day use shelter is also accessible.
The
shower building located at the park entrance
provides easy access to both showers and flush toilets.
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There is one cold water
tap available in the campground and there are two cold water taps in the
day use area.
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There
are two pit toilets in the campground located at the campground entrance.
In the day use area there is one toilet building which has running
water and separate pit toilets for men and women.
The
shower building at the park entrance has flush toilets.
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Hot showers are
available at the shower building located at the park entrance. The fees for
showers
are included in the camping fees.
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There is no sani-station in the park the nearest one is located next
to McDonalds Restaurant by Waneta shopping maul.
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The Park Facility
operator provides firewood for a fee of $5.00 a bundle. To preserve the vegetation
and ground cover, please don’t gather
firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in he park. Dead wood
is an import 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 and
some parks may use communal fire rings. Be prepared to bring a portable stove
for cooking.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park. |
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There are no interpretive
programs in this park. However there are interpretive displays mounted on
a kiosk in the day use area. This
area is under review.
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There is one main
walking trail that follows along the river bank from the south end of the
campground.
The trail is approximately one kilometer
long and goes through open grasslands, following a level terrace above the
river. This is a popular hike for local nature enthusiasts.
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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An adventure playground
with swing set, monkey bars and slide is located in the day use area. The
equipment is on a sand base.
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Although the Columbia River
flows past the park it is not recommended for swimming. The river is large
and fast flowing. No lifeguards on duty.
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Due to the swift
current and the size of the river, canoeing and kayaking should only be
attempted by
those with extensive experience.
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There is a paved single wide boat launch with a 10% grade located
just at the campground turnoff. Launching of trailer towed boats should only
be attempted by vehicles equipped with four wheel drive. The shoreline is rocky
and not recommend for boat mooring to shore.
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Rainbow trout and Walleye are the main species in this area of the
Columbia River. Whitefish are also present. Brook trout are found in Beaver
Creek. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate
licence. Check regulations for non-harvest species
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Bicycles are restricted
to roadways. However there is a secondary road that winds through farm lands
adjacent to the park
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in the dat use
area. There is no leash area in this park you are responsible for their behavior
and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for
dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for
dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with
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Viewpoints
are located along the Columbia River which offer good 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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