Plans outlined to update services and possible expansion for Port Edward's Kinnikinnick Campground and RV Park

The area of note indicated for a Licence of Occupatoin
for additional services and potential expansion for
Port Edward's Kinnikinnick Campground and RV Park 
(image from Gov't of BC Front Desk portal)

One of the region's privately operated camping spots could soon see some additional services and possibly even an expansion as a group operating under the name of Port Edward Holdings, puts forward a proposal for the community's Kinnikinnick Campground and RV Park 

The Application which is currently in motion with the Provincial Government is seeking a Licence of Occupation for some adjoining land with the proposed changes outlined as follows:

The LoO is expected to be an interim usage that will potentially allow for a small area for connected access to the Kinnikinnick campground and semi-permanent service and supply sheds to service the Kinnikinnick campground area. 

Some clearing will be required for the access from the Kinnikinnick campgound and for the sheds; there is a power pole along Hwy 599 that is located near the proposed shed installation and is within appoximately 50m. 

Sewer and water will be a seconday requirement if and as possible to be considered later in the development. In the first phase we propose to install a semi-permanent 40' by 60' supply and equipment storage shelter tent for servicing the campground. We propose a 25' by 25' future steel shed with a concrete floor for equipment and maintenance storage. 

In a second phase following establishment of a Lease, completion of the legal survey, and in consultation and compliance with Natural Resources, we propose to present design details for cleared trails and RV parking areas; the design will leave the greater part of the Lease as treed.

Area map related to the application by Port Ed Holdings
for an area near Kinnikinnick Campground and RV Park
(From Gov't of BC Front Desk portal)

The focus for the work is to improve the location for the summer tourism seasons, and for workers to use as a camping location in the winter.

We propose to improve service to the adjacent Kinnikinnick Campground and RV Park, and, following required consultation and planning, to expand the Kinnickinnick Campground and RV park space within he adjoining tenure. 

The Campground (Zoned C2) has 27 sites to service tourism in the summer months and for workers to camp in the winter months. 

This is an on-season and off-season camp and RV park service that is in hight demand. The demand and use of the Campground is ongoing year around and currently does not meet demand. 

Our plans to improve service to the existing Campground, and to expand park and RV area to within the tenure will directly serve the demand for this tourism and work camp facility in Port Edward.

The full overview of their submission with the Province can be reviewed here.

The provincial comment collection period will come to an end on August 17th and if anyone has anything to note related to the proposed work that has been outlined, they can submit their comments or observations to the provincial portal here.

The website for the Port Edward facility highlights the natural environment for the campground and some of the other features that makes it a popular destination for those visiting the region.

More notes related to Port Edward themes can be reviewed here.