Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

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Metro Vancouver’s paramount commitment is to maintain critical services to the region while protecting the health and safety of our employees, our partners and the public.

The Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR) remains open, providing an important outlet for residents to enjoy the outdoors.

While visiting the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, please remember to follow these guidelines.

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Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

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<div class="ExternalClassC48A76E9B0B24F7D9EF71491A965CBE4">The 5,668-hectare Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR) contains spectacular and rugged landscapes. Its alpine peaks, forested slopes, and pristine waters offer spectacular scenery and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Water Services department manages the LSCR to maintain its recreation, education, and environmental values in conjunction with its capacity as a water reserve. </div>

The historic Twin Bridges site in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve now has a new, higher and longer crossing over the Seymour River. The long-anticipated suspension bridge replaces the previous pedestrian bridge which was removed after the December 2014 Seymour River rock slide.

Inclement Weather

Fall and winter are here bringing along inclement weather such as high winds, extreme rainfall and snow. During severe weather events, the LSCR (north of 2km) can be dangerous due to conditions including: debris torrents, flooding, high flows, stranding due to road washouts or tree failure from high winds. Please respect closure signage during these events.

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SVT	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-SVT_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4052&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	SVT
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Paton	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-Paton_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4047&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	Paton
Mid Valley Chairs	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-Mid-Valley-Chairs_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4044&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	Mid Valley Chairs
Main Picnic Area	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-Main-Picnic-Area_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4043&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	Main Picnic Area
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LSCR-photo26	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo26_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3833&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo26
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LSCR-photo22	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo22_JPG.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3829&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo22
LSCR-photo21	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo21_JPG.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3828&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo21
LSCR-photo20	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo20_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3827&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo20
LSCR-photo2	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo2_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3298&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo2	Sun sets behind old growth Sitka Spruce tree in the LSCR.
LSCR-photo19	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo19_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3826&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo19
LSCR-photo17	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo17_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3824&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo17
LSCR-photo16	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo16_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3823&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo16
LSCR-photo15	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo15_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3822&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo15
LSCR-photo14	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo14_JPG.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3821&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo14
LSCR-photo13	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo13_JPG.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3820&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo13
LSCR-photo12	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo12_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3819&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR-photo12
LSCR- photo9	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo9_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3308&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR- photo9	Canoeing down Seymour River above Seymour Canyon.
LSCR- photo10	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-photo10_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3299&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	LSCR- photo10	Seymour River meandering through a stand of old growth forest.
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Circuit 8 Crossing	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LSCR-Circuit-8-Crossing_jpg.jpg	http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4040&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotos	Circuit 8 Crossing

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Inclement Weather Closures

Prolonged periods of heavy rain in our steep coastal mountains routinely results in potential hazards to human life and safety. Access restrictions are initiated when a specific set of precipitation criteria have been met, resulting in trail closures past 2km in the LSCR. Please watch for access updates following weather warnings or high precipitation.

For more information email lscr@metrovancouver.org.

Join us for a Winter Watershed Snowshoe Tour at Mt. Seymour.

Frozen Lake Hazards	<div class="ExternalClassD01D94B106094F78999E25486C21C89C">Please be advised that the ice is not monitored at Rice Lake in the LSCR or First Lake on Dog Mountain. For your safety, please stay off the ice.<br></div>	True
LSCR Weather Damage	<div class="ExternalClass2AE2B40709EC489684FE313B36669D69"><p>Recent heavy snow and rain have caused trees and branches to fall on several LSCR trails. Crews are actively cleaning up, this may take weeks. Please use caution while recreating and expect uneven surfaces and woody debris. Report any damage or fallen trees to LSCR staff. <br></p></div>	True
Fishing Banned between Seymour Dam and Seymour Estuary	<div class="ExternalClassC19DFD71A9FD4B638297A523E2E102BC"><p> <a href="http://notices.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fns-sap/index-eng.cfm?pg=view_notice&DOC_ID=177645&ID=all">More Information from Fisheries and Oceans Canada</a></p></div>	True
Dog Mountain Day Use Pass	<div class="ExternalClassD5FE2DDE32E540288CB25EE9ECD8C63E"><p>The BC Parks Day-Use Pass program is in effect this winter on Seymour Mountain. Book a pass here to secure parking for accessing Dog Mountain: <a href="https://reserve.bcparks.ca/dayuse/" target="_blank">Day Use Pass</a></p><p><br></p></div>	True
Washout on Coho Trail	<div class="ExternalClassC71EE61C46F0454D8014493A712D4C85">Heavy rains and high flows have caused a washout on Coho Trail. Please use caution while on the trail and obey all safety signage.<br></div>	True
CBC Trail Upgrades	<div class="ExternalClass39E3F9C894E24C269C25D708DC66C8EA"><p>CBC trail is closed for upgrades and will re-open in Spring 2022. Please obey closure signage. <br></p></div>	True
E-Bikes on Trails	<div class="ExternalClass35159DDE0DA041CC9C651CC949558EC4"><p>Only Class 1 pedal assisted e-bikes are permitted in the LSCR. Motorized/throttle actuated vehicles are not permitted on the trail network. Do not exceed 30km/hr and yield to all other trail users.<br></p></div>	True
Fisherman’s Trail (North) Closure	<div class="ExternalClass1917E133282B45E2B7956E6788112849"><p>Fisherman’s Trail (North) is closed from Circuit 8 to Spur 4 due to a large washout. Please obey closure signage.<br></p></div>	True
Seymour Valley Trailway Safety	<div class="ExternalClass3C7540150CFF4C22B91CABDF71FCFA93"><p>No motorized vehicles on the trailway. Go slow and respect all users.</p></div>	True

Stay Informed

Strategic Trails Plan – 2022 Project Overview

Strategic Trails Plan - Full Report

LSCR Trail Standards Document

LSCR Management Plan

Seymour River Rockslide Mitigation Project update

NSMBA Trail Adoption Program 2021

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