Access to Island Timberlands Land
Island Timberlands is in the business of growing, harvesting and delivering high quality forest products from its private forest lands. Island Timberlands allows public access for the purpose of recreation and other approved uses when compatible with our forest management policies.
Recreational access to Island Timberlands private forest lands is available only through the gates indicated as ‘Open’. To ensure public safety and the protection of the forest, all unauthorized access to Island Timberlands forest land is prohibited. Please respect signs and gates. Where gates are indicated as ‘Open’, access is available weekends only. Overnight stays are not permitted. Recreational access opportunities to Island Timberlands private forest lands will change based on harvesting activities, environmental conditions (inc. wildfire), and other factors.
* Please note that due to road construction in the area, the Alberni Inlet Trail Stage 1 (from the first Viewpoint at Ship Creek trail head to Lone Tree Point) will be closed weekdays starting Monday Oct.15 and through mid- December 2018.
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Island Timberlands has access agreements with two ATV clubs on Vancouver Island:
- The Comox Valley ATV Club, Contact Oliver by email: comoxvalleyatv@gmail.com
- The Mid-Island ATV Club, Contact Brad by email: miatvclub@gmail.com
These agreements allow for legal and authorized access while promoting safety and respectful use of our private lands. We hope these agreements help build co-operation with ATV club enthusiasts and provide opportunities for those wishing to ride on Island Timberlands’ roads. *Non-club members on ATV’s are not permitted on Island Timberlands’ roads or property
Island Timberlands has an access agreement with the North Island Snow Mobile Club (NISC). The NISC has authorized access to designated roads in our Oyster River Operation. For information contact: North Island Snow Mobile Club, Loren Tabish; 250-287-3505 Email:loren.tabish@seymourservices.ca. *Non-club members on snow mobiles are not permitted on Island Timberlands’ roads or property
Comox Strathcona Waste Management (CSWM) has launched a program aimed at preventing illegal dumping across the region. This new program includes a public education and awareness campaign and a new illegal dumping bylaw. For more information visit:www.cswm.ca/illegaldumping
Unauthorized access is not tolerated. Unless authorized, ATV’s and snow mobiles are not permitted on Island Timberlands property. Campfires, camping, and off-roading are not permitted. Please respect the environment and keep your vehicles on the main roads at all times.
Don’t let a few ruin access for everyone! If you see suspicious activities on our lands you can report them. Please do not put yourself in an unsafe situation. Contact Safety Net Security 250-830-8343, or connect with us through the Contact Us link on our website.
Please Report Poachers and Polluters!
Conservation Officer 24 Hour Hotline 1-877-952-RAPP (7277)
| Gate Access Point | Status | Hours |
| Yellow Creek Main | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Cameron @ 0km | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Cameron Connector - Access to Mt. Arrowsmith and Labour Day Lake | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Loon Lake | Closed | Closed |
| Horne Lake North 100 | Closed | Closed |
| Ash Main at 22km - Access to Lowry Lake & Scout Beach | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Ash 494 | Closed | Closed |
| Ash Main at 28.6km | Open Weekends Only |
6am - 4pm
*Side gates beyond 28.6km will be closed due to harvesting activities |
| Comox Main @ Beaver Cr Rd | Open Weekends Only |
6am-4pm
*Closed at 18km |
| Comox 91 | Closed | Closed |
| Comox 15.3 | Closed | Closed |
| Museum Main | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Northwest Bay | Open Weekends Only |
6am - 4pm
*This gate staffed by students from VIU’s Resource Management Program |
| Chemainus Main | Open Weekends Only |
6am-4pm
No access beyond the 22km gate |
| Glenora (Shawnigan) | Closed Saturday, Open Sunday | 6am-4pm Sunday Only |
| Buckley Bay | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Oyster River | Open Weekends Only | 6am - 4pm |
| Nanaimo River Camp | Open 6am-4pm Saturday Only. No access to Reinhart 64 this Saturday. |
6am - 4pm Saturday Only
*This gate is staffed by students from VIU’s Resource Management Program |
This table is updated weekly. Please check back regularly for the latest information.
* Access is at your own risk. Access may be restricted, temporarily or permanently to ensure the safety of the public and our employees and contractors, protection of the environment, and the security of assets.