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Karmutzen Range

The Karmutzen Range is located on northern Vancouver Island, south of Karmutzen Creek and north of Tlakwa Creek. The range is a subrange of Vancouver Island Ranges and has an area of 64 sq km (24.7 sq miles). The Karmutzen Range is west of Nimpkish Lake, which formerly was known as Karmutzen Lake. While visiting the Karmutzen Range, you will be fascinated by surrounding mountains winding through a beautiful old-growth forest and enormous trees as hemlock around lakes and tarns.
The area is a paradise for mountaineers offering excellent hiking and climbing through the pleasant ambiance of the Karmutzen Range. Up at the peaks, the view includes the trees covering the hills and Nimpkish Lake that lying within Nimpkish Valley walls. Hills covered with packed trees ornamented by colourful birds and wildlife are amazing.
Visitors would be entertained by perfect fishing in the nearby Nimpkish Lake and several other activities besides having some peaceful days camping on the gorgeous Nimpkish Lake or other nearby places and induced by some sense of freshness.


Karmutzen Range Location

The Karmutzen Range is Located in the northwest of Woss and west of Hankin Range, Franklin Range, and the Bonanza Range. The Karmutzen Range is encircled by Tlakwa Creek from the south, Karmutzen Creek from the north and Nimpkish Lake from the east, which lies among the steep Nimpkish Valley enclosed by magnificent mountains.
Two Karmutzen and Tlakwa mountains are within the range offering perfect climbing with beautiful vista passing through packed enormous trees garnished with vagrant birds and beautiful wildlife.
Not far away from the Karmutzen Range, Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park is located. It is where you can be entertained by several activities or roam through the pleasant ambiance of the park or have some seclusion and peace by camping on the gorgeous Nimpkish Lake.
Southwest of the range, you would enjoy perfect fishing or canoeing in the calm and fresh waters of Tahsish-Kwois Provincial Park.
Victoria Lake, Alice Lake, Kathleen Lake, Benson Lake, and Maynard Lake are west of the Karmutzen Range with breathtaking views and a pleasant atmosphere worthy of visiting and hiking along or spending some time camping for those seeking seclusion and serenity.


How to Get to the Karmutzen Range by Car

The Karmutzen Range is accessible by Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park.

From Nanaimo:
The fastest route to get to the Nimpkish Lake from Nanaimo is via BC-19 N. It is a 322 km (200 miles) route and takes about 3 hours and 21 minutes. Another 2 km (1.2 miles) is for crossing the Nimpkish Lake to reach the Karmutzen Range.
Head west on Fitzwilliam St toward Wesley St and continue for 800 m (2624 ft). Follow Third St for 1.9 km (1.1 miles). Then continue onto Jingle Pot Rd. After 650 m (2132 ft), turn right onto BC-19 N (signs for Campbell R) and drive 318 km (197.5 miles) to reach the Nimpkish Lake.

From Victoria:
Getting to the Nimpkish Lake from Victoria is via BC-19 N. It is a 432 km (268.4 miles) route and takes almost 4 hours and 40 minutes to get there. Plus 2 km (1.2 miles) for crossing the Nimpkish lake to reach the Karmutzen Range.
Head west on Pandora Ave toward Government St. 99 m (324 ft) further, turn right onto Government St. After 1 km (0.6 miles), slight right toward Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. Continue for 72 m (236 ft) and use any lane to turn left onto Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. Drive 104 km (64.6 miles), then use the right two lanes to merge onto BC-19 N via the ramp to Parksville/Campbell River. Drive 327 km (203.1 miles) to reach Nimpkish Lake.


The Hike to Get to the Karmutzen Range

There is no designated hiking trail to reach the Karmutzen Range.


History of the Karmutzen Range

The area is home to the traditional territory of Namgis First Nation. The Namgis nation's deep and rich culture and legends are rooted in the mountains' areas within the range and nearby mountains and lakes.


Things to do around Karmutzen Range Area

While visiting the Karmutzen Range, you would be entertained by several activities at the range's area and its nearby Nimpkish Provincial Park and Nimpkish Lake.
The range offers perfect hiking through the hills' pleasant atmosphere covered with giant trees with scenic views surrounded by mountain peaks. Mountaineers have chances for climbing and ski mountaineering in the area of Karmutzen Range's mountains as Tlakwa and Karmutzen mountains.
At the Tahsish - Kwois Provincial Park and Nimpkish Lake, visitors would have a perfect time fishing and canoeing in the fresh and calm waters of Tahsish-Kwois Provincial Park and Nimpkish Lake.
For those seeking seclusion and serenity, the Karmutzen Range's nearby areas, such as Nimpkish Lake and Maynard Lake, are the favourite spots. Nimpkish Lake is a popular destination for windsurfing and also swimming.

List of Mountain Ranges Near the Karmutzen Range

Karmutzen Range

Karmutzen Range

Hankin Range

Hankin Range

Franklin Range

Franklin Range

Bonanza Range

Bonanza Range

Karmutzen Range Activities

Kayaking, Canoeing

Opportunities for kayaking and canoeing exist in the calm waters of Nimpkish Lake. Paddlers can spend a whole afternoon paddling through the pleasant atmosphere of the lake surrounded by packed trees.

Fishing

Fishing would be great in the fresh and crystal clear water of Tlakwa Creek and Nimpkish Lake. For knowing restrictions, check out angling regulations before fishing. An appropriate angling license is required.

Ski Mountaineering

The Karmutzen Range is a paradise for those seeking a lovely place to have fun skiing in the areas of the Tlakwa and Karmutzen Mountains. Get well-equipped before heading for skiing.

Climbing

The Karmutzen Range's magnificent mountains offer excellent climbing for mountaineers. It has a beautiful vista of pillared mountain peaks and forested hills, giving a sense of freshness.

Hunting

Hunters have chances of hunting specific species in some portions of the Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park. Check out Hunting and Trapping Regulations and Synopsis publication.

Swimming

Swimmers would have fun swimming in the Nimpkish Lake without any lifeguards on duty.

Nimpkish Lake Windsurfing

Windsurfers have perfect opportunities for windsurfing in the Nimpkish Lake, a popular destination for this thrilling activity.

What you Can Expect to Do Near the Karmutzen Range

Port Hardy Whale Watching

Port Hardy Whale Watching

Telegraph Cove Whale Watching

Telegraph Cove Whale Watching

Camping in Cluxewe Resort

Camping in Cluxewe Resort

Camping in Telegraph Cove Campground

Camping in Telegraph Cove Campground

Camping in Broughton Strait Campsite

Camping in Broughton Strait Campsite

Camping in Wildwoods Campsite

Camping in Wildwoods Campsite

Camping in Quatse River Campground

Camping in Quatse River Campground

Camping in Port Hardy RV Resort and Log Cabins

Camping in Port Hardy RV Resort and Log Cabins

Telegraph Cove Kayaking

Telegraph Cove Kayaking

Port McNeill Kayaking and Canoeing

Port McNeill Kayaking and Canoeing

Port Hardy Kayaking and Canoeing

Port Hardy Kayaking and Canoeing

Quatsino Sound Kayaking

Quatsino Sound Kayaking

Wreck of the SS Themis Diving

Wreck of the SS Themis Diving

Browning Pass Diving

Browning Pass Diving

Camping in Cape Scott Provincial Park Campground

Camping in Cape Scott Provincial Park Campground

Karmutzen Range Outline

Specifications

Peaks and Heights

Climate

Timing

Get There



1. Temperatures are estimated on average related to the Nimpkish Lake.
2. Be well-equipped for climate conditions and check the weather reports before heading out.


What you Can Expect to See Near the Karmutzen Range

Coal Harbour

Coal Harbour

Telegraph Cove

Telegraph Cove

Port Alice

Port Alice

Port McNeill

Port McNeill

Port Hardy

Port Hardy

Minigill Cave

Minigill Cave

Little Huson Caves

Little Huson Caves

Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park

Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park

Karmutzen Range

Karmutzen Range

Hankin Range

Hankin Range

Little Huson Cave Regional Park

Little Huson Cave Regional Park

Franklin Range

Franklin Range

Bonanza Range

Bonanza Range

Broughton Archipelago Marine Provincial Park

Broughton Archipelago Marine Provincial Park

Nimpkish River

Nimpkish River

Planning for the Karmutzen Range

Suitability

Camping & Resort

Services

Tips

Packing


1. Distances are measured by a straight line on GPS.
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