http://www.cleverscampcamp.com/camping-bear-river/
More Europeans Each Year are Coming to See our Black Bears in There Nature Habitat
Mussel Beach Wilderness campground has the most beautiful views of the Broken Group Islands located on the north side of Barkley Sound just 6 kms east of Ucluelet B.C. as the crow flies. You can find the exact location and how to get there by visiting their web site www.musselbeachcampground.com . The present road in there is a Forestry road call Barkley Main which is presently being upgraded, the way in is signed at the various turn offs and is 8kms of solid base surface but can be slow going in parts if it hasn’t been graded recently. All types of cars, RV’s and trailer travel the road at a slow pace which takes an average of 20 minutes. The campground is located on 153 acres which has one mile of ocean front. The daily campground occupies 3000 ft of south facing ocean front with 60 sites, 30 of them being ocean front. The sites them selves are kept natural and vary in sizes some can accommodate two families. There is a halve acre beach front site with it’s own vehicle entrance which can accommodate large groups. Presently there is no hydro available on the property therefore no hook ups.
There are hot showers heated by propane, some pit toilet, and toilet with holding tanks available. Rain water is collected in large tanks and is available for wash water so bring in drinking water.
The view to the east is the Broken Island Group which is part of the Pacific Rim National park reserve consisting of over 100 islands with a back drop of coastal mountain range, to the south open pacific ocean and a little to the west chrows Island.
There is access to miles of foreshore going east and west of the campground, between high and low tides is a mixture of moonscape type gullies with various size tidal pools teaming with sea life, sandy and flat bare rock areas, sea caves, huge old growth cedars and spruce tree at waters edge. You can spend days wandering along theses beaches peering into tidal pools marveling at the sea life amongst or beneath the rocks. Hunt through the float sum for interesting discoveries as glass balls, fishing floats, shells, and drift wood.
Watch the eagles, sea lions, harbour seals, otters, black bears, mink and many different water foul foraging for their daily food. Watch the various whale watching, fishing and all sorts of sea going traffic passing by the campground on their regular routines.
In summer at high tide car top boats can be launched for excellent salmon fishing, kayaking, scuba diving as the area is protected by the summer westerly winds.
You can watch Grey Whales as they migrate up and down the coast from March through to September from shore. There 15 feet high blows, backs, tails and even their broaching can clearly be seen and even photographed from shore.
We enjoy a temperate climate with year round temperature ranges from 5
To 25’ C. snow fall is minimal with 328 frost free days with 2000 hours of sunshine a year.
During the winter months, you can see nature at it’s wildest; the large surf is great for watching the long boarders riding the massive long waves or just watch them thundering amongst the rocky shore line sending foaming ocean spray whipped by the wind high into the air.
Other notable attractions in the area are the towns of Ucluelet and Tofino with the famous Long Beach National Federal Park with its 30 kilometers of sandy beaches.
Take a stroll a long the Wild Pacific Trail system located in the District of Ucluelet which skirts the rugged cliffs and shore line meandering through the rain forest on board walks with open view of the pacific. Details of the trail can be obtained from http://www.longbeachmaps.com/wildtrail.html.
http://www.musselbeachcampground.com/
About the Author
Developing a wilderness campground after retirement
Bear River Camp Ground
|
|
Rivers Edge Products 10 X 13 Bear Wall Light $19.99 Tin Lamp, 10 x 13 Wall Light. Bulb included. Tin Construction with a great rust looking finish. Satisfaction ensured…. |
|
|
History of Yellowstone National Park in Amateur Film DVD (1940s) $4.99 This wonderfully rare compilation of amateur footage shows South Dakota and Yellowstone National Park in all their natural glory, with scenes of mountains, waterfalls, and pastures. The gem of the film, however, is video of an incomplete Mount Rushmore! Yellowstone, one of the most beautiful nature preserves in the United States, is magnificently represented to its fullest in this precious histori… |
|
|
Bear Creek Country Kitchens Darn Good Chili Mix, 9.8 Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) $27.95 Bear Creek Country Kitchens Hearty Dry soup. We use the highest quality incredients to make the best healthy hearty soup you will taste. Makes half of gallon of the best tasting just like grandmas soup with no transfats and lower sodium. Just add a can of… |
|
|
Outdoor Youth Adventures HIKING AND CAMPING Coloring Book $5.79 Outdoor Youth Adventures HIKING AND CAMPING Coloring Book…. |
|
|
Disney’s California Adventure Mascot River Rafting Camping Bear 8 Plush Bean Bag Doll … |
|
|
Cabela’s Adventure Camp $14.50 WII CABELAS ADVENTURE CAMP… |
|
|
TOPO! Weekend Explorer 3D Outdoor Recreation Mapping Software (Sacramento, Reno, and Lake Tahoe Areas) $18.00 Covers all of the Sacramento, Reno, and Lake Tahoe metro areas including – Stockton, Carson City, Auburn, Bear Valley, Sierra City, Quincy, Tahoe National Forest, Eldorado National Forest, Plumas National Forest, Stanislaus National Forest, Feather River Canyon, Mokelumne Wilderness, Desolation Wilderness, Granite Chief Wilderness, Bucks Lake Wilderness, and more. GPS compatible waypoints and rout… |
|
|
Wenzel Great Basin 18 X 10-Feet Nine-Person Two-Room Family Dome Tent (Light Grey/Blue/Taupe) $148.74 9 – person Wenzel Great Basin Tent provides spacious comfort for LESS than you’d expect! When Wenzel started making camping gear in 1887, America was a very different place. No TV, no video games, no cell phones. Of course, a lot’s changed in 120+ years, but Wenzel’s commitment to making family-friendly gear at a budget-friendly price hasn’t budged an inch! For proof, cast your eyes on the caverno… |
|
|
Wenzel Big Bend 12-by-10 Foot Five-Person Two-Room Family Dome Tent $89.86 Wenzel Big Bend 5 – person Dome Tent spells family – sized fun at an affordable price! When Wenzel started making camping gear in 1887, America was a very different place. No TV, no video games, no cell phones. Of course, a lot’s changed in 120+ years, but Wenzel’s commitment to making family-friendly gear at a budget-friendly price hasn’t budged an inch! Here’s another prime example: the Big Bend… |
|
|
Coleman Red Canyon 17-Foot by 10-Foot 8-Person Modified Dome Tent $139.99 BIG Coleman Red Canyon Cabin Tent, SAVE BIG! A big 17 x 10′ floor, to sleep up to 8 people… this Red Canyon is the Grand Canyon of Tents! Made Coleman right, for tough wind, wet and weather conditions. With removable walls that make anywhere from 1-3 rooms, ideal for space and privacy. It has a 6′ center height for a good amount of clearance comfort. The Coleman Weathertec system is guaranteed t… |