Situated where the four “arms” of Shuswap Lake meet, this park has a camping area with several shelters and a fairly extensive beach.
It is located in one of the most popular swimming, houseboating and waterskiing areas of British Columbia’s interior. Anglers take note: Shuswap Lake contains 19 species of fish.
There are two shelters located in the campsite and can be used on a first come first served basis. The regular camping fee applies to these.
There are 29 forested campsites at this park, these campsites are marine-accessible only after you have beached or tied your boat to one of the supplied docks. Each one is situated in a cool shady spot and has a great view of the lake.
Walk-in camping fee: $20 per party per night
A number of areas provide boat launches on Shuswap. There are four wharves at Cinnemousun.
Marine-accessible camping fee | $20 per party per night |
Marine-accessible camping annual fee | $600 per vessel per year |
Firewood can be purchased from the park operator in some parks or you can bring your own wood. Fees from firewood are set locally and may vary.
To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented and some parks may use ocmmunal fire rings. Be prepared to bring portable stove for cooking.
There is a 1.5 km hiking trail with viewpoints of Seymour Arm and Anstey Arm. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
Shuswap Lake contains 19 species of fish and year-round fishing. Lake trout and rainbows to 10kg. Bull trout, kokanee, burbot, whitefish. Trolling for deep lurkers is the most popular technique. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Pets and 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.
Scuba diving does occur in Shuswap Lake. Please check with local dive operators for more information.
This park is accessible by water only. Launch facilities are located throughout the Shuswap including at Shuswap Lake, Herald and Mara Parks. As well, privately-owned marinas and the towns of Sicamous, Chase, Salmon Arm and Canoe, all have boat launches. The closest communities are Seymour Arm, Anglemont, Celista, Scotch Creek, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay, Sicamous, Tappen, Sorrento and Salmon Arm.
This park proudly operated by:
Silvertip Park Services Ltd.
parkinquiries@telus.net
250 320-9305
History
Established in 1956.
Conservation
Cinnemousun Park is in the Interior Cedar and Hemlock zone. Look for western yew with its red berries and peeling bark. Flowers, trees and shrubs are part of the park’s natural heritage, please don’t damage or remove them. Cutting of trees (live or dead) for firewood is strictly prohibited.
Wildlife
Cougars are occasionally seen here. Wildlife is potentially dangerous and may be encountered at any time. Make lots of noise when hiking where signs of bears are found. Practice safe food storage, and dispose of garbage in the containers provided. Park users should always be aware of bears and other wildlife in our park environment. Never feed or approach bears or other wildlife.
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.