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Advisories
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Visit responsibly
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Maps and location
Getting there
Tranquil Creek Park is located in Clayoquot Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island. The park encompasses the headwaters of Tranquil Creek, which drains into the north side of Tofino Inlet, 8 km downstream. The park is accessible by float plane. Nearby communities include Tofino and Ucluelet.
Things to do
There is no designated swimming area, however there are swimming opportunities in Paradise Lake. Please note that this is an alpine lake and the water is cold.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
The discharge and carrying of firearms is permitted in this park for the purposes of hunting during open season. Please consult the BC Government Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis for more information. Contact BC Parks at parkinfo@gov.bc.ca with any specific questions.
Anyone hunting in British Columbia must comply with BC hunting regulations. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
About this park
This area was identified for protection in the Clayoquot Sound Land-Use Decision in 1995.
The park includes steep forested slopes and alpine meadows surrounding a pristine mountain lake at the head of Tranquil Creek.
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.
Contact
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