Ministry of Environment - Bishop River Provincial Park

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Park Info:Bishop River Provincial Park is located at the headwaters of the Bishop River. There are no facilities and recreation opportunities are limited to backcountry hiking and camping. There are no roads into this park.

Park Size: 19,947 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

The Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan is now available online.

Location:

Location Map

Located at the headwaters of Bishop River and next to the southern end of Ts'yl-os Provincial Park. This park can be accessed by helicopter or by boat up Bute Inlet to Waddington Harbour. To the south of the harbour there is a forest service road (roughly 75 km) that follows up along the Southgate River and ends close to the western boundary of the park. There are no roads or trails into the park.

Map/Brochure:

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Nature & Culture:

General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

Visitor Safety:

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.

There are only wilderness/walkin campsites in this park on a first-come, first-served basis.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park. There are no roads into the park.
	There are no wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping provided.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	Campfires are permitted. Fires must be attended at all times, and fully extinguished prior to leaving. We encourage visitors to conserve wood and protect the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using campstoves instead. Campfire bans may be implemented.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	Backcountry hiking is permitted, but there are no developed trails at this park.
	This park does not have a playground.
	No swimming.
	There are no opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	No fishing.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	No horses or horseback riding.
	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 opportunities exist. Do not feed or approach wildlife.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	The park is open to hunting during the lawful game hunting season. Please check the Hunting & Trapping regulations for more information.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.