Stamp River Provincial Park — Attraction in Area D (Sproat Lake)

We stayed here twice in September 2023, about 2 weeks apart. First time we got there around 11am and snagged the last available camping spot. The salmon were running, but the river was low-ish and not many were making it up the fish ladders. We did see bears every day. Second visit, later in September after some good rains, the river was up and the salmon were still running so it was wonderful to see them crowding the fish ladders. We saw lots of bears fishing. Campground was not so full this time and we got a fabulous riverfront spot. Great place to stay. Both visits we really enjoyed walking up and down the river to the fish ladders and far lookouts, amazed at the number of fish in the river and delighted to watch the bears. Met one right on the trail at one point, so keep your...

What a glorious October day it was for our first visit to Stamp River Park. Our initial reason for driving the short distance from downtown Port Alberni was to watch the salmon arrive at their spawning grounds. What we found was a fantastic park following the Stamp river. The manicured trails are lined with giant Douglas firs and maples trees adorned in their golden fall colors It wasn't long before the shallow stream turned into a roiling short-terraced falls challenging any fish who dared to swim against its powerful churning waters. There is a 'ladder' available for the less adventurous swimmers, but we saw many rebels who attempted to complete their primal mission the hard way. We were awed by their efforts and the glory of nature,...

This place is a must see treasure on the island. It is truly an experience like no other to witness the salmon in the waterfalls and a chance to see a bear feasting on them from the river. The campground is really nice. There are no services, and there is only outhouse facilities. But the stalls are flat with tons of space between each. It's also inexpensive at $18/night. The campground is only maybe 15 mins out of Port alberni, and the short bit of gravel is so smooth. Honestly the best grader operator I have ever seen must maintain this road. It's nice when you need to be pulling...