Klewnuggit Inlet Marine Park

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Park overview

Midway through Grenville Channel, Klewnuggit Inlet impels long fingers into the abrupt hills of the mainland coast. The middle finger, East Inlet, as well as Freda and Brodie Lakes above it, are included in the park.

Park Size: 1,773 hectares

Special Notes:

The best anchorage can be found at the north end of the East Inlet in nine fathoms over a nice bottom. There is an unmarked trail from Exposed Inlet to Brodie Lake near its river outlet and a trail on the northwest side of the river between Brodie and Freda Lakes.

Stay Safe:

Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.

Advisories

Camping

Marine-accessible camping

Wilderness camping is allowed; no facilities are provided.

Facilities

Campfires

No firewood or fire rings are available. If you have to make a fire, keep it minimal, make sure it is extinguished, please spread ashes and rocks about.

Activities

Hiking

There is an unmarked trail from Exposed Inlet to Brodie Lake near its river outlet and a trail on the northwest side of the river between Brodie and Freda Lakes. 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.

Swimming

There are opportunities for swimming. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

Canoeing

Kayaking can be enjoyed in this area, with landing beaches available. Wilderness/backcountry camping is permitted. Kayak rentals are available in Prince Rupert.

Kayaking

Fishing

Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Excellent tidal water fishing opportunities for salmon and groundfish. Fishing licences are available for purchase in Kitimat and Prince Rupert. Please refer to current fishing regulations.

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.

Maps and location

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98 km south of Prince Rupert. It is about 20 km north of Lowe Inlet. No vehicle access. The closest communities, towns and cities are Hartley Bay, Port Edward, Prince Rupert and Kitimat.

Learn more about this park

Park details

Date established: June 14, 1993
Size: 1800 hectares

Nature and culture

History - Established as a Class A park, June 14 1993. The remains of ancient stone fish traps can be found at the outlet of the falls in Nettle Basin. To the north are the remains of a cannery wharf from a large operation in the area from 1890 to 1934.

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples

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.