Camp Capilano REGIONAL PARKS Trails and Recreation No Camping, No Liquor, No Fires, No Cannabis Camp Capilano is an indoor facility suitable for and No Smoking Hiking school groups and community service organizations. Facilities include on-site caretaker, dining area, two Park trails meander throughout the canyon dormitories accommodating up to 44 youth in bunks, along steep, unstable slopes and sheer cliff a common room with fireplace, heated outdoor faces. Stay on marked trails and obey all Alcohol, camping, fires and cannabis are not swimming pool and parking. The facility provides signs. Use extra caution as footbridges and viewing permitted in the park. Smoking is not permitted in easy access to park trails and the Capilano Salmon Capilano decks can be slippery. regional parks, except in designated areas marked Hatchery. Camp Capilano is operated by Metro by signs. These areas allow the use of tobacco and Vancouver. For information and reservations call Cycling e-cigarettes, but not cannabis. 604-432-6352. River Cycling is only allowed on the East Service Road, Capilano Pacific Trail south of Rabbit No Vegetation Removal Capilano River Hatchery Regional Park Lane and the path across Cleveland Dam. To protect park habitats, vegetation removal The hatchery is open year-round and contains See the map for details. Cyclists yield to hikers. is prohibited. Take only photographs; leave displays and viewing areas. This facility is operated by District of North Vancouver/ only footprints. Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Admission is free. District of West Vancouver Dogs For information call 604-666-1790 (Mon. to Fri., Dogs must be leashed unless otherwise Enjoy the Park Safely 8 am to 4 pm). posted, and must be under control at all Regional parks are natural areas and can present Explore the Capilano River canyon with its lush forests, times. Even well-trained dogs can frighten hazards for the unprepared. Look and listen, and be Regional Parks – Get Involved! marvel at migrating salmon or take in spectacular views or injure park wildlife and visitors. Please scoop your aware of your surroundings. Be prepared for changing dog’s poop and dispose of it properly. Do you like sharing your love of the outdoors, of Capilano Lake and the Lions. conditions. Please obey all signs and enjoy your visit. environmental education and protecting special Accessibility places? Discover how you can get involved with Emergencies stewardship projects, public events and educational Picnic and toilet facilities at Cleveland Dam In case of emergency phone 9-1-1 for fire, programs. To learn about park partner activities call and Capilano Hatchery are wheelchair ambulance and police services. 604-224-5739. accessible. Cable Pool Bridge and viewing

platform near the hatchery are also wheelchair Park Conditions accessible and offer views of the river. Safety Around Wildlife To report conditions or situations requiring the The park is habitat for bears, cougars and River Safety assistance of Regional Parks, phone or leave a coyotes. For the safety of yourself, others and message at the Park Area office: 604-224-5739. Rocks are very slippery. During low flow, the strength wildlife, do not attract wildlife, feed wildlife or of the current causes shifting of boulders along leave any garbage. Look for our “What About Pacific Parklands Foundation the river bed. Water levels in the Capilano River Bears?” brochure in the park or on our website. Pacific Parklands Foundation is a registered charity can change rapidly and without warning. Beware dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of of rapids, whirlpools and eddies. Steep cliffs in the General Information Metro Vancouver’s regional parks. For information or canyon make rescue difficult. Park Hours to make a donation, visit pacificparklands.com. No Swimming or Wading In general, regional parks are open during daylight While deep river pools appear deceptively hours. Park hours are posted at entrances; earliest calm, there are strong currents and water is closing is 5 pm. Gates are locked when the park very cold. is closed. White-water Paddling Park Programs and Facility Reservations Further information: Paddling should be attempted only by those with advanced skills in white-water paddling For information on programs, field trips and events, Area office for Capilano River, 604-224-5739 go to metrovancouveronline.org or call 604-432-6359. Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6200 in Class IV rapids and who fully understand river safety. metrovancouver.org Rules and You Fishing Mailing Address: Help ensure the future of our region’s natural The river has limited access points for treasures. Please follow park regulations, established Metro Vancouver Regional Parks freshwater fishing. A Freshwater Fishing 4730 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C. to protect park habitats, wildlife and facilities. License for BC is required. Go to gov.bc.ca You can make a difference! Canada V5H 0C6 and search “freshwater fishing licence” for more Aug / 2021 SERVICES AND SOLUTIONS FOR A LIVABLE REGION information. CAPILANO RIVER REGIONAL PARK

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Trail Distance Time to Return Terrain Comments to Return Coho Loop Trail 1.1 km 30 minutes Flat, a few short Spectacular canyon views. Mixed (from Hatchery and back) return climbs and stairs. forests, rocky outcrops, old cedar snags and scenic river crossings. Second Canyon 0.6 km 20 minutes Flat, easy. Breathtaking views up the canyon Viewpoint Trail return to Cleveland Dam spillway. (from Hatchery and back) Capilano Pacific Trail 15 km 6 hours Short climbs, Wind through impressive forests (from Cleveland Dam to stairs, some rough of Douglas-fir and cedar, along- Ambleside Park) sections. side the Capilano River.