Park Information

General Information & Regulations

Benson Creek Falls Regional Park Weigles Road Gate Hours

Summer (March 2 to October 31)

  • Open at 5 a.m.
  • Closed at 11 p.m.

Winter (November 1 to March 1)

  • Open at 5 a.m.
  • Closed at 8 p.m.

Englishman River Regional Park and Top Bridge Regional Trail Gate Hours

Summer (March 2 to October 31)

  • Open at 7 a.m.
  • Closed at 11 p.m.

Winter (March 1 to November 1)

  • Open at 7 a.m.
  • Close at 7 p.m.

Mount Benson Regional Park Gate Hours

Summer (March 2 to October 31)

  • Open at 5 a.m.
  • Closed at 11 p.m.

Winter (November 1 to March 1)

  • Open at 5 a.m.
  • Closed at 8 p.m.

Moorecroft Regional Park Gate Hours

Summer (March 2 to October 31)

  • Open at 7 a.m.
  • Closed at 11 p.m.

Winter (November 1 to March 1)

  • Open at 7 a.m.
  • Close at 7 p.m.

  • Dogs are permitted in RDN Parks if under your control at all times, meaning: 
    • the dog remains in your line of sight
    • can be brought to heel by calling and 
    • does not annoy or injure other park users. 
  • If you cannot keep your dog under control it must be restrained by a leash.
  • Dogs must be leashed at Moorecroft, Horne Lake and Descanso Bay Regional Parks, as well as any parks or areas where signage instructs to do so.
  • Dogs are not permitted in the Little Qualicum River Estuary Conservation Area at any time.

Important Notes:

  • The RDN encourages all users of parks and trails on Vancouver Island to use caution when in the forest, to be aware of fire hazards and to obey fire regulations. Never drop a burning cigarette or other burning substances in the forest.
  • To report a wildfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.
  • See current fire information and fire bans at the
    Provincial Wildfire Management Branch
  • Park Use Regulation Bylaw 1801 regulates all activities within RDN community and regional parks including fire.

  • The RDN is bear and cougar country. Learn facts and tips here!
  • Please respect wildlife, vegetation and other natural features in RDN Parks and Trails.
  • Hunting, harvesting, salvage or disturbance of any natural feature is not permitted.
  • Where garbage cans are not provided, please take out what you take in.

Parks Office
1490 Springhill Road
Parksville, B.C. V9P 2T2

Reception Staff: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 250-248-4744
Toll Free: 1-888-828-2069
Email: rdnparks@rdn.bc.ca