Caution Cougar sightings! Two sightings of an adult cougar around and under Walbran bridge, late August and late October 2022. Keep small children and pets close!

Please keep dogs under control or on a leash, the Central Walbran is a rare sensitive ecosystem with many endangered plants and animals. Thank you.

Trail Updates,

Andrerson Lake Trail;   Has been recently worked on (June 2023)  with a lot of the fallen trees cleared from the trail.

Castle Grove/Giant Trail; Use caution as parts of the old boardwalk from the 1990s is still being replaced.

Safety Warnings;

* Please be aware that the Walbran Valley is a wilderness area with no cell phone coverage.

*The trail heads are close to the bridge over the Walbran River.  Fall Hazard. Be advised that the bridge is approximately 35 feet above the river and appropriate caution should be taken especially with children.

*Creeks in area can flood quickly and be hazardous. During rainy season be aware of where you pitch your tent.

*With climate change Western Hemlocks are being especially affected  by parasitical Western Dwarf Mistletoe (Arceuthobium capylopodum). There can be a lot of potentially dead and dangerous trees in the area. Be vigilant in the forest during high wind events.