Bear Glacier Provincial Park
Park Coastal provincial park protecting glacier and fjord landscapes
Glacial fjords and coastal mountains define this British Columbia park; visitors come for views of Bear Glacier, boat trips along inlets, wildlife and backcountry hiking in a remote coastal landscape.
How to Get to Bear Glacier Provincial Park #
Bear Glacier Provincial Park is best reached by boat from nearby coastal communities or by floatplane. Access depends on weather and tides; most visitors arrange transport and guided trips through operators in Prince Rupert or smaller coastal towns.
Tips for Visiting Bear Glacier Provincial Park #
- Arrange a guided glacier tour or boat trip - ice access and safety require local expertise.
- Pack warm, waterproof layers and sturdy boots; glaciers are cold and wet even on sunny days.
- Bring a camera with a polarizing filter to capture the glacier's blue ice colors and reduce glare on water.
Best Time to Visit Bear Glacier Provincial Park #
Best visited in summer for safer access to glacier viewpoints and boat tours.
Weather & Climate near Bear Glacier Provincial Park #
Bear Glacier Provincial Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1441 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (205 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm).
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