Crippen Regional Park

Maple Trail temporarily closed

<div class="ExternalClass6F1D4097E69D4C9EAA4101F62D198E91"><p>Maple Trail remains temporarily closed while construction of a new medical centre on Miller Road is underway. Please use Alder Grove Trail during this time.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass59A8C7F904934812BA5692E7A530B4AA"><div><p>Trails in Crippen Regional Park provide something for everyone – an easy meander through lush forest, a longer circuit around beautiful Killarney Lake or a steep but rewarding hike to the views at Dorman Point. It’s an easy island getaway to a secret gem in the regional park system.<br></p></div></div>

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https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/Crippen%20photo%208.jpg, Killarney Lake at Crippen Regional Park https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/Crippen%20photo%208.jpg

Crippen Regional Park

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<div class="ExternalClassFFA06231A5224B92B32EF56B0D1FDD89"><p><strong></strong><strong>January 1 to February 3</strong>: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm<br><strong>February 4 to March 6:</strong> 7:00 am – 6:00 pm<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass1E63B0E60D3A4B389104ED56C7026578"><p>There are a number of hiking trails in Crippen Regional Park, including:<br></p><ul><li>Killarney Lake Loop Trail circles for 4 km around Killarney Lake, providing lovely views of the forest and the lake. If you're walking from the ferry, add another 5 km to make the trip to and from the lake.<br></li><li>Dorman Point involves a short steep trip to a viewpoint of the ocean and points south. Follow the trail from the Festival Field for about 1.25 km up (and about 130 m elevation gain). <br></li></ul><div> <br> </div><p>To see all the trails in the park, <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/crippen-regional-park-map.pdf" target="_blank">see the park map.</a><br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassF64535AADC9B4E25B8E002E7CD6FC6A5"><p>A bike rack is located at the Killarney Lake picnic area.<br>Most trails between Snug Cove and Killarney Lake are shared trails with hikers and equestrians. For safety, cyclists yield to hikers and equestrians.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassF11748E7637146FDB5D1987A2FF381DC"><p>Most trails between Snug Cove and Killarney Lake are shared trails with hikers and cyclists. <br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass7B0247E41A864694B1B70EB3335E41AD"><div> <div><p>Dogs must be under control at all times. All the trails in Crippen Regional Park are leash-required. There is a leash-optional area near Killarney Meadows. Check park map or signs for details.</p><p>Please scoop your dog's poop and dispose of it in the dog waste bins. </p><p><a href="/services/regional-parks/dogs-in-regional-parks" target="_blank">More on dogs in Metro Vancouver regional parks ...</a>. </p></div></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClassC81CDCE2A2604F74B3B3452FD41953AA"><ul><li><div class="ExternalClassA22B97C0745444318E33F62E5672C778"><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/snug-cove-picnic-shelters" target="_blank">Three group picnic shelters</a> <br></div></li><li><div class="ExternalClassA22B97C0745444318E33F62E5672C778"><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/snug-cove-field" target="_blank">Snug Cove Field</a> <br></div></li></ul></div><a href="/services/parks/reservablefacilities/Pages/outdoorfacilities.aspx"> </a>

<div class="ExternalClassB9A596FF4C37421BA27081AAABA24173"><div><p>Crippen Regional Park is accessible by transit. <a href="https://tripplanning.translink.ca/" target="_blank">More info</a><br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClassBA535E8FC98544ED8D359E4C6EC71A35"> <p>Freshwater angling in Killarney Lake.</p><p>Fishing in Metro Vancouver regional parks is subject to regulations set out by the Provincial Government for freshwater and by the Federal Government for tidal waters.</p><p>The <a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/fishing-hunting/fishing/recreational-freshwater-fishing-licence" target="_blank">BC Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Management Branch</a> can provide information about freshwater fishing regulations and licenses.</p><p>The <a href="http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/recfish/Licensing/info_e.htm" target="_blank">Department of Fisheries and Oceans</a> can provide information about fishing in tidal waters and licenses.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassE50CF15344F0440DA968F3F9BCD2ED99"><div><p>The Terminal Creek Hatchery is operated by the Bowen Island Fish and Wildlife Club. For more information, go to the <a href="http://www.bowenhatchery.org/" target="_blank">website</a>.<br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClass53494B8873DC43B79AC9BFFDFF27F042"><div> <p>Bowen Island is served by <a href="http://www.bcferries.com/" target="_blank">BC Ferries</a>. <br></p> </div></div>

<div class="ExternalClass71284271286540ABB98FA7C231F20028"><div><p>Killarney Lake is not recommended for swimming or wading. The lake is very shallow and is home to healthy populations of leeches.<br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClass2A04E799CFFB4442B6FB68527A7A02D5"><div><p>Drinking water can be found at the Snug Cove Picnic Area.<br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClass591CA8A5CCE944DFA0C0EC10BE6A5B36"><div><p>Pit toilets are located at the Snug Cove Picnic Area, at Miller Road parking lot, near the Terminal Creek Hatchery and at the Killarney Lake Picnic Area.<br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClassA18A242C96104206A99C8F2C8E19DE2E"> <p> Currently, there are no fully accessible washrooms, although the washroom at the Terminal Creek Hatchery is partially accessible. There is a small lip to get into the pit toilet building; there are no grab bars. There is an accessible picnic table at Snug Cove Picnic Area. </p> <p>Trail Accessibility: </p> <p>The Causeway is a short paved road down to an overlook of the Lagoon. The slope down to the causeway is 8% for 40 m.<br></p> <p>Alder Grove Trail is a 780 m long trail, 2 m wide, with a maximum grade of 9%. The majority of the slope of the trail is less than 3%. The trail surface is semi-firm packed fine gravel, with some soft/loose sections.</p> <p>Killarney Creek Trail is 420 m long, 2.5 m wide from the junction of Meadow Trail to Magee Rd. There is a steep (14%) slope for 15 m and an 11% downhill slope for 28 m. The rest of the trail is almost flat. The trail surface is fine crushed rock. The trail from Meadow Trail junction to Miller Road has a gentle grade with fine crushed rock and is 780 m long.</p> <p>Meadow Trail is a 1.6 km long trail that is 3 m wide, but with some areas that narrow into 2 separate tracks, separated by grass. The trail is hard-packed soil and semi-firm crushed rock in some areas. The trail grade is less than 1%.</p> <p>Lady Alexandra Promenade is an accessible boardwalk path.</p> <p>Killarney Lake Trail's southwest side can be accessed from the Killarney Picnic Area. The trail is 1 km long and 2 m wide to the first boardwalk. There are six steeper undulating slopes along this trail, between 10-15 % for about 200 m in total. Some users may require assistance on the slopes. The trail is surfaced with a semi-firm aggregate, with some sections of looser material. The trail becomes more difficult past the first boardwalk and is generally not accessible past this point.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassC588D72F945141C582EC4353F6C826F1"><p> <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">School Field Trips Information </a><br><a href="/services/regional-parks/park-programs">Workshops & Community Group Field Trips Information</a><br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass1815C8E4066C4F7DADF3F018CDD6CE98"><div><p> <strong>Contact Us</strong> </p><p>The calendar fills quickly so please plan to register two months in advance of your preferred date. <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">Book online</a> or call 604-432-6359 for more information. </p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClassE1FF72C7F7C14786A8DF1505E1EDEA28"><p>To learn about ways to get involved in regional parks, go to the <a href="/services/regional-parks/volunteer-opportunities">volunteer opportunities webpage</a>.<br></p></div>

Mist on Killarney Lake in Crippen Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen-photo1_jpg.jpg	Mist on Killarney Lake in Crippen Regional Park
A section of boardwalk on the Killarney Lake Loop Trail in Crippen Regional Park keeps hikers high and dry.	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen-photo4_jpg.jpg	A section of boardwalk on the Killarney Lake Loop Trail in Crippen Regional Park keeps hikers high and dry.
Big arbutus tree at Dorman Point in Crippen Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen%20photo%205_jpg.jpg	Big arbutus tree at Dorman Point in Crippen Regional Park
A field of sword ferns surround a tall western hemlock tree along the Killarney Lake Loop in Crippen Regional Park.	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen%20photo%206_jpg.jpg	A field of sword ferns surround a tall western hemlock tree along the Killarney Lake Loop in Crippen Regional Park.
Bridal Veil Falls in Crippen Regional Park tumbles past a rock outcrop and licorice fern	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen%20photo%207_jpg.jpg	Bridal Veil Falls in Crippen Regional Park tumbles past a rock outcrop and licorice fern
Killarney Lake in Crippen Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen%20photo%208_jpg.jpg	Killarney Lake in Crippen Regional Park
Boardwalk and marsh at the north end of Killarney Lake, partof the Killarney Lake Loop Trail in Crippen Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Crippen%20photo%209_jpg.jpg	Boardwalk and marsh at the north end of Killarney Lake, partof the Killarney Lake Loop Trail in Crippen Regional Park

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