Three trails temporarily closed due to bear activity – do not enter closure area.
The CRD, after consultation with the BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS), has temporarily closed three trails in a small area of Sea to Sea Regional Park due to bear activity. Please stay out of the closed sections of trail and keep pets on leash in the park. These closures are expected to be in place for a week, at which point the CRD and BCCOS will reassess.
The following trails are temporarily closed - see map for details [PDF/5.9MB]:
- Sword Fern Trail
- Stonecrop 2
- Stonecrop 3
The CRD reminds visitors that we share our natural areas with all types of large wildlife, including carnivores and omnivores like cougars and bears. Always stay alert and use caution and watch for signs of wildlife nearby, such as tracks, claw marks on trees and scat. Never approach or feed wildlife and always keep pets on leash to reduce the risk of encounters with large wildlife.
Additionally, the CRD reminds all park and campground visitors to always properly secure food and garbage, particularly when leaving an area unattended.
Park visitors can report wildlife-human interactions where public safety may be at risk to the BC Conservation Officer Service RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.
Learn more about staying safe around wildlife at https://wildsafebc.com.
