Park overview
Also known as the Caren Range, Spipiyus Park is north of Halfmoon Bay on the Sechelt Peninsula. It protects pockets of old-growth forest, prime habitat for the marbled murrelet.
There are hiking trails that lead to Mount Hallowell with views of the islands and fjords of Pender Harbour, the Strait of Georgia and Vancouver Island. There is a fire tower located here that has recently been restored and may be one of the only remaining ones in the province.
Advisories
Special notes
- Motorized access (use of vehicles, dirt bikes, snowmobiles etc.) is only allowed on the existing logging roads.
Camping
Wilderness camping is permitted in this park.
Activities
There are no designated hiking and walking trails. However, there are a number of deactivated logging roads suitable for hiking or walking. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to the main trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
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.
Cycling is permitted on the logging roads within the park. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Spipiyus Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.
Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for regulations.
Located 11 km north of Sechelt along Highway 101, turn right onto Trout Lake Road just before you reach Halfmoon Bay. Proceed up this logging road and at the main junction at kilometre 12 take the left fork. Continue to kilometre 19.5 where the trail begins and park. Nearby communities include Sechelt and Gibsons.
Learn more about this park
Park details
- Date established: June 29, 1999
- Size: 2,979 hectares
Nature and culture
Conservation
This park protects old-growth Douglas-fir stands.
Wildlife
Black bear, Roosevelt elk, marbled murrelets, various birds and other small mammals can be found in the park.
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.