Catto Creek Conservancy contains part of the Silverthrone volcanic complex which lies near the coast in southwest British Columbia, northwest of the head of Knight Inlet. Silverthrone is a roughly circular, 20 km wide, deeply dissected caldera complex containing rhyolitic, dacitic and andesitic lava domes, flows and breccia.
Wilderness camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. There are no fees.
This is a very remote area and users must be fully prepared and self sufficient if visiting this conservancy. This should include carrying a VHF radio or satellite phone as any rescue from this area could be problematic.
Winter camping is permitted in the park. Visitors must be fully prepared and self-sufficient to camp in this conservancy. There are no facilities and there are no fees.
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate license.
The park is open to hunting. Guided and unguided hunting permitted in this Conservancy. Check with Hunting and Trapping Synopsis for regulations.
Catto Creek Conservancy is located about two hours flying time from Campbell River. Access is difficult as this conservancy is in a very remote location. The nearest town is Campbell River which is two hours flying time south of the conservancy. Flying time from Tatlayoko Lake is approximately one hour.
BC Parks
West Coast Regional Office
Phone: 250-751-3100
History
Catto Creek Conservancy was established August 23, 1973.
Conservation
The primary role of Catto Creek Conservancy is the preservation of geomorphological features known as “the paint pots”.
BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.