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stamp river
BC Parks Vancouver Island · British Columbia · reservable
what to expect
Relax by the waterfall at this peaceful riverside park or explore the area by foot on hiking trails that weave their way through the lush forest, past waterfalls and river rapids. Named for the pioneer who built Port Alberni's earliest sawmill, this park is an amalgamation of Stamp Falls and Money's Pool provincial parks. One of the park's main attractions is the annual run of thousands of Pacific salmon circling in the pool below Stamp Falls before ascending the fish ladders on their way to spawning beds. Lookout points along the river offer excellent views of the salmon fighting their way up the falls and fish ladders. This natural phenomenon occurs every year, starting in late August with sockeye and continuing with coho and Chinook right into December.
the basics
waterflush toiletsaccessible
drive from vancouver
1.8h · 132 km
drive from calgary
10.6h · 795 km
drive from edmonton
12.2h · 919 km
what to know
updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
what to bring
this list adapts to stamp river. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;
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common questions about stamp river
- does stamp river have electric hookups?
- No. Stamp River Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is stamp river from vancouver?
- Stamp River Provincial Park is 132 km from Vancouver — approximately a 1.8-hour drive on highway routes.
- do you need reservations at stamp river?
- Yes. Stamp River Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
- when is the best time to camp at stamp river?
- Peak season at Stamp River Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Sep. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.
nearby places
within ~100 km of stamp river.
want to camp at stamp river?
Cancellation alerts are coming. We’ll email when sites open up at this park.
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