Tranquil Creek Park is comprised of steep forested slopes and alpine meadows surrounding Paradise Lake, a pristine mountain lake at the head of Tranquil Creek. There are no trails in the park, however the open terrain allows for easy access from Paradise Lake into the alpine meadows.
Recreational opportunities include hiking and rustic camping in this very remote, hard to reach wilderness area. Access to the park is by float plane only.
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and there is no fee.
Tranquil Creek Park is accessible year-round. There is no winter backcountry camping fee at this time. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and there is no fee.
Tranquil Creek Park is accessible year-round. There is no winter backcountry camping fee at this time. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
Portions of this park are open to hunting for specific species. Hunters must have valid licences and tags. Please refer to current printed Hunting and Trapping Regulations and Synopsis publication for closures and regulations.
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.
History
This area was identified for protection in the Clayoquot Sound Land-Use Decision in 1995.
Conservation
The park includes steep forested slopes and alpine meadows surrounding a pristine mountain lake at the head of Tranquil Creek.
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.