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Kanaka Creek Regional ParkKanaka Creek Regional ParkKanaka Creek Regional Park<div class="ExternalClass23994BFC6EFF4F0AB053D313988E060A"><p>Coastal rainforest, waterfalls and sandstone cliffs are a big draw in this regional park. Watching salmon is a popular activity at the fish-fence and the hatchery. Kanaka Creek provides habitat for a variety of wildlife, and trails for a variety of experiences.<br></p></div>214872637https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/KanakaCreek.jpg, https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/KanakaCreek.jpg https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/KanakaCreek.jpg

 

 

Kanaka Creek Regional ParkGP0|#732f01c7-3203-4080-a710-fd3875d80b73;L0|#0732f01c7-3203-4080-a710-fd3875d80b73|Picnic Area;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#fa3273cc-c453-47fa-a061-f6d8afc45766;L0|#0fa3273cc-c453-47fa-a061-f6d8afc45766|Dog Leash Required Trails;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#e88f8a62-6861-4dcd-b506-d7701c90fafe;L0|#0e88f8a62-6861-4dcd-b506-d7701c90fafe|Fishing;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#c417ab40-3cf3-4357-989d-355a42b2305d;L0|#0c417ab40-3cf3-4357-989d-355a42b2305d|Canoeing or Kayaking;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#926cab4d-4a7e-460b-bf20-5f8f39fc7f74;L0|#0926cab4d-4a7e-460b-bf20-5f8f39fc7f74|Canoe/Kayak Launch;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#dee15a63-f74f-4991-9d95-b4b5f6a64db6;L0|#0dee15a63-f74f-4991-9d95-b4b5f6a64db6|Accessible;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#60abc746-2085-4117-a711-a20e1bb9b49f;L0|#060abc746-2085-4117-a711-a20e1bb9b49f|Fish Hatchery;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#aff58497-abe6-4ae6-92bb-4757a8488aff;L0|#0aff58497-abe6-4ae6-92bb-4757a8488aff|Viewing Tower;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#64d8e368-ff10-4512-9ac8-def76589bfee;L0|#064d8e368-ff10-4512-9ac8-def76589bfee|View Point;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#074e9b20-8623-4996-9eff-66ee300be8ee;L0|#0074e9b20-8623-4996-9eff-66ee300be8ee|Interpretive Exhibit;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#875afb89-67b0-465a-9e6e-0f222e57cbc8;L0|#0875afb89-67b0-465a-9e6e-0f222e57cbc8|Visitor Centre (Seasonal);GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#9795b984-6dce-4b18-8526-006ec09641c8;L0|#09795b984-6dce-4b18-8526-006ec09641c8|Wildlife;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#74c003f7-48df-4669-b49a-68ae0eb29e0f;L0|#074c003f7-48df-4669-b49a-68ae0eb29e0f|Drinking Water;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#25080aaf-eb40-4ba1-a9d6-c0915c7e6d38;L0|#025080aaf-eb40-4ba1-a9d6-c0915c7e6d38|Washroom;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#8806b9f9-bc47-443d-8468-291f20148342;L0|#08806b9f9-bc47-443d-8468-291f20148342|No Drones;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#f4ee7931-9950-4038-b596-e35db33f6632;L0|#0f4ee7931-9950-4038-b596-e35db33f6632|No Smoking;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#d677eaff-32ed-4b18-af05-2a6093c728bb;L0|#0d677eaff-32ed-4b18-af05-2a6093c728bb|No Campfires;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e411.85.32.8<div class="ExternalClassE09A4C64AD9449058005D75F5420145D"><strong></strong><strong>March 7 to April 7</strong>: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm​​​<br><strong>April 8 to June 2:</strong> 7:00 am – 9:00 pm​​​​<br></div><div class="ExternalClass03455AEF527D41FCB0D21D9F8FC2CFAF"><p> <span aria-hidden="true"></span>​There are a number of trails in Kanaka Creek Regional Park, in​​cluding:​​<br></p><ul><li>Canyon Trail runs from the fish hatchery to Cliff Falls. This unique sandstone canyon boasts spectacular falls on the north and south arms of the creek. The trip is 1.2 km one way. Some challenging hills.<br></li><li>Riverfront Trails are flat with outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities at Kanaka Creek's oxbow and the Fraser River. 3 km one way.<br></li></ul><p>To see all the trails ​in the park, <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/kanaka-creek-regional-park-map.pdf" target="_blank"> view the park map</a>​.<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass6836DDD692F249058B80BD3617826A04"> <p>Dogs but must be leashed and under control at all times. Please scoop your dog’s poop and dispose of it properly. <a href="/services/regional-parks/dogs-in-regional-parks">More on dogs in Metro Vancouver regional parks …</a><br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass0C9DA3B3CE994B96856736F0AA912C8C"><div><div><div><p>Fishing in Metro V​​ancouver regional parks is subject to regulations set out by the Provincial Government for fresh water and by the Federal Government for tidal waters.</p><p>The <a title="Please visit the website for more information about BC Recreational Freshwater Fishing Licences" href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/fishing-hunting/fishing/recreational-freshwater-fishing-licence" target="_blank">BC Ministry of Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture</a> can provide information ab​​out 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 Fishe​​ries and Oceans</a> can provide information about fishing in​ tidal waters and licenses.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="ExternalClassB9139D9E04664154BE0E658F20743AF4"><div><p>The lower section of Kanaka Creek, at the Fraser Riverfront, is suitable f​or canoeing and kayaking, but upper reaches above the falls are not suitable.<br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClassCFB6C45E7DB64031A435C3D7CECF3D68"><div><p>There is a canoe launch at the Fraser Riverfront.  Canoes and kayaks transpor​ted by vehicles, must be portaged from the parking lot to the canoe launch, a distance of 130 meters.<br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClass68F339B29D8A4D3099F0A75D68733532"><div><p>​The Bell-Irving Hatchery and fish fence are important parts of Kanaka Creek R​egional Park. They support salmonid enhancement activities for chum and coho salmon as well as cutthroat trout populations in Kanaka Creek.<br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClass96C1AB5B0E1B477BBFA3D6668664A00A"> <p>Steep slippery cliffs occur in many places along Kanaka Creek, especially at Cliff Falls. Please stay back from cliff edges and keep out of the creek and canyon at Cliff Falls.​​​​<br><br></p><div> <br></div></div><div class="ExternalClass02C0F1FBB13E4723B1475863903FF88F"> <div><br></div></div> <div class="ExternalClassDA20A86843914840806BCDB676A0B95F"><div><p><a href="/services/regional-parks/kanaka-creek-watershed">Kanaka Creek Watershed​​ Stewardship Centre</a><br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClass7B62C037840B41A2A0D34715FFF949EC"><p>​​At Cliff Falls, the steep cliffs, slippery slopes, hidden underwater hazards and deceptive water depth in pools make this section of the creek dangerous and rescue difficult. Please keep out of the creek and canyon at Cliff Falls.​​<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClassF1DA48FE11C84FDFB83E0A7325B7EC80"><p>​The park is habitat to many wild animals including bears. Please be 'bear aware' to ​​avoid bears and help reduce bear-human interactions. Bears that become comfortable near people can become dangerous and may be destroyed.<br></p><ul><li>Be aware of your surroundings, listening and watching for signs of bears</li><li>Make noise to warn bears of your presence</li><li>Keep children close and pets leashed</li><li>Stay away from bears, at least 100 metres (10 bus lengths)</li><li>Remove garbage and food attractants</li></ul><p>Negative bear-human ​​interactions may result in closure of some areas of the park or harm to the bear. For more information about bears and bear safety, see <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/bears-in-metro-vancouver.pdf" target="_blank">Bears in ​Metro Vancouver</a> or visit <a href="https://wildsafebc.com/black-bear/" target="_blank">WildSafeBC</a>.<br></p><p><strong>Coyotes</strong><br>For more information about coyotes and coyote safety, check out the <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/regional-parks-coyote-brochure.pdf" target="_blank">Help Keep Coyotes Wild and People Safe​</a> brochure.​<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass5898C725F41B40BABD2B6F2C82F0429E"><p> The washrooms and some picnic tables are accessible at the Fraser Riverfront ar​​ea of the park. The Hatchery is accessible with assistance as some gravel areas make maneuvering difficult. The pit toilet along the Nature Trail at the Riverfront is partially accessible (lip at entrance, surfacing on access path). The pit toilets at the Hatchery are also partially accessible (lip at entrance, no path for access). Cliff Falls are not wheelchair accessible.<br></p> <p>Canyon Trail is​​ 1.2 km, about a 30 minute walk one way from the Hatchery. Expect some challenging hills. The Canyon Trail follows unique sandstone canyons with spectacular falls on the north and south arms of Kanaka Creek.</p><p> Riverfront Trails total 3 km for a 1 hour stroll on a relatively flat surface. Here you will find outstanding views of Kanaka’s oxbow and the Fraser River​ and all the wildlife in and around these productive waters.</p></div><div class="ExternalClass4BB8614E699F476DA7BAAAB83C937530"><div class="ExternalClass8D272EF6EEF64972AD6AFAB1075F5F67"><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><div class="ExternalClass13A964E977D34FC0AD948CEECC0489C9"><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 class="ExternalClassCD07FB4A5132453FA5DD4F0F3986FD26"><p> <strong>Kanaka Education and Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS)</strong> is a​​ctively involved in this regional park. For information or to get involved, visit their <a href="http://www.keeps.org/" target="_blank">website</a> or go to the <a href="/services/regional-parks/volunteer-opportunities">volunteer opportunities webpage</a>​.<br></p></div>

 

 

Fraser Rverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka_Fraser_Riverfront.jpg_jfif.jpgFraser Rverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Bridge on Nature Trail at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka_0192.jpg_jpg.jpgBridge on Nature Trail at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Near Grant Hill at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KAN-Grant-Hill-151029-By.Chris.Kimmel.jpeg_jpg.jpgNear Grant Hill at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Cliff Falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaCliffFalls.jpg_jpg.jpgCliff Falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Trail at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaCreekTrail.jpg_jpg.jpgTrail at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Autumn fish count at Fish Fence in Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakafishfenceinAutumn.jpg_jpg.jpgAutumn fish count at Fish Fence in Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Salmon at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KAN2018Oct17-1_jpg.jpgSalmon at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Nature study field trip at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KANfieldtrip.jpg_jpg.jpgNature study field trip at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Dipper at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka.AmericanDipperA7049_jpg.jpgDipper at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Paddling Fraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KAN_at_Riverfront_jpg.jpgPaddling Fraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Oxbow at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka_Panorama.jpeg_jpg.jpgOxbow at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Crayfish in Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/CrayfishinhabitKanakaCreek.jpeg_jpeg.jpgCrayfish in Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)
Bobcats inhabit Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo Credit: KEEPS)https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaBobcatB0008.jpg_jpg.jpgBobcats inhabit Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo Credit: KEEPS)
Coyote fishing at creek in Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KANAKA_Coyote.jpeg_jpg.jpgCoyote fishing at creek in Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)
Trails at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaSplitRailandTrail.jpg_jpg.jpgTrails at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Canoeing Fraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaRiverfront2016Oct11-2_jpg.jpgCanoeing Fraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Kanaka Creek Regional Park has extensive bear habitat.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanakabear_jpg.jpgKanaka Creek Regional Park has extensive bear habitat.
Salmon leaping up falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaFallsC1023.jpg_jpg.jpgSalmon leaping up falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Photo credit: KEEPS)
Fraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka_0179_jpg.jpgFraser Riverfront at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Fraser Riverfront viewing tower at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanaka_0234.jpg_jpg.jpgFraser Riverfront viewing tower at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Near Cliff Falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaCreek.jpg_JPG.jpgNear Cliff Falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Wintertime at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Kanakawinter1_jpg.jpgWintertime at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Rainbow Bridge at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Rainbow_Bridge_jpeg.jpgRainbow Bridge at Fraser Riverfront in Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Worn understory at Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/KanakaCreekwornunderstory_jpg.jpgWorn understory at Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Volunteers fin clipping at Bell-Irving Hatchery in Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Fin_clipping.jpeg_jpeg.jpgVolunteers fin clipping at Bell-Irving Hatchery in Kanaka Creek Regional Park

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kanaka Creek Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/Logos/KanakaCreekRP.png, Kanaka Creekhttps://goo.gl/maps/s4ixC7Wxxd4CauGB6, https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kanaka+Creek+Regional+Park/@49.2113546,-122.5093659,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x54842cda0ce5ba6f:0x53c9dd48c2d2eae8!8m2!3d49.2113546!4d-122.5071772https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Documents/kanaka-creek-regional-park-map.pdf, Maphttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Documents/kanaka-creek-regional-park-brochure.pdf, Brochuresregionalparks.info@metrovancouver.org604-530-4983East Area Office

 

 

<div class="ExternalClass994865DCAFC8489CBC992E8D700BBE53"><h4 class="uk-margin-remove-top">Visitor Centre</h4><p> <i class="fa-light fa-arrow-right"></i> <a href="/services/regional-parks/kanaka-creek-watershed">Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship Centre</a></p></div>

 

 

Goodbye Chums!https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2513Goodbye Chums!4/27/2025 6:00:00 PM4/27/2025 9:00:00 PM
Smolts on the Waterhttps://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2526Smolts on the Water5/25/2025 6:00:00 PM5/25/2025 9:00:00 PM
Tweeting with the Songbirdshttps://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2527Tweeting with the Songbirds6/22/2025 6:00:00 PM6/22/2025 9:00:00 PM

 

 

<div class="ExternalClass4BB8614E699F476DA7BAAAB83C937530"><div class="ExternalClass8D272EF6EEF64972AD6AFAB1075F5F67"><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><div class="ExternalClass13A964E977D34FC0AD948CEECC0489C9"><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 class="ExternalClassCD07FB4A5132453FA5DD4F0F3986FD26"><p> <strong>Kanaka Education and Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS)</strong> is a​​ctively involved in this regional park. For information or to get involved, visit their <a href="http://www.keeps.org/" target="_blank">website</a> or go to the <a href="/services/regional-parks/volunteer-opportunities">volunteer opportunities webpage</a>​.<br></p></div>

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Kanaka Creek Regional Park management planhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Documents/kanaka-management-plan.pdf, Kanaka Creek Regional Park management planKanaka Creek Regional Park management plan<div class="ExternalClass3846ABA43BE4409A8583AEC34589665A"><p>​​Guides resource management, park improvements, operations, and programming in the park.​<br></p></div>

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