The Vancouver Island Marmot is a remarkable animal. It is endemic to Canada - one of only a small handful of mammals to occur in this country and nowhere else. Unfortunately, it is also Critically Endangered. In 2004, fewer than 30 remained in the wild. Recovery efforts by the Foundation and our partners have been restoring the population.

Vancouver Island is estimated to be home to about 7,000 black bears, which marks it as the densest population for these bears. They can be found pretty well anywhere on Vancouver Island, but there are definite clusters in places like the Pacific Rim National Park!

Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash and under control at all times and are not allowed offleash in the Nordic and Alpine areas . Dogs must be on a leash at all times in the Forbidden Plateau core area (Paradise Meadows). During the summer and winter seasons, dogs must be on a leash and are not allowed in the Bike Park and only on designated Nordic Trails. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.

Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.