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Wells Gray Provincial Park: Clearwater River
About This Park
The area provides opportunities for hiking, viewing of spectacular waterfalls, volcanic features, a natural rock bridge, quality trout, chinook and char fishing, camping, river rafting, kayaking, wildlife viewing, horseback riding and photography.
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Know Before You Go
Stay Safe
- Attention: The Clearwater River Road is subject to sudden mudslides, rock fall, flooding, washouts and wind throw events possibly blocking the road for extended periods of time. If weather conditions change dramatically, you may well be advised to relocate to a less isolated location. Be prepared for emergencies.
- Most of the park’s lakes and rivers are glacier-fed and the water is icy-cold year-round.
- Do not underestimate the demands of the backcountry. The hiker must be in good physical condition, properly equipped, and prepared to be totally self-sufficient. Take adequate clothing: high elevation weather is subject to change without notice, and Wells Gray’s mountains can receive snow 12 months of the year.
- Known as The Waterfall Park for good reason, streams and rivers have waterfalls of varying sizes – never boat, canoe, raft or kayak without learning first where the pull-outs are.
- Clearwater River Road (west side of Clearwater River) is subject to slides, flooding and is infrequently maintained.
Location
The Clearwater River area is located just north of Clearwater, and extends north along the Clearwater River to Mahood Lake along the southwest border of Wells Gray Park. Access via the Clearwater River Road along the western shore of the Clearwater River. From the town of Clearwater, road travels north 37 km to the confluence of the Mahood and Clearwater Rivers.
Nature and Culture
Management Planning
Activities Available at this Park
Cycling
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
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. Trail conditions and updates will be posted on the main page under the Attention Visitor Notice.
This park offers a number of other recreational opportunities (including guided hiking tours).
Pets on Leash
Pets/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.
Facilities Available at this Park
Accessibility
Some facilities and hiking trails in the park are wheelchair-accessible.
Drinking Water
Cold water taps are located in developed campgrounds throughout the park. Taps are shut off during the off-season.
Picnic Areas
This park has a rustic day-use/picnic area.
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park only has pit toilets; no flush toilets.
Vehicle Accessible Camping
Some rustic sites available on first-come, first-served basis along Clearwater River Road. There is limited to no developed facilities at these sites.
Dates of Operation for frontcountry/vehicle accessible sites in Wells Gray
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
Wilderness camping is allowed, with limited facilities provided.
Information about backcountry/walk-in sites in Wells Gray
