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TSU’TSWECW
Tsu’tswecw (choo-chweck) is named after the Secwepmec Indigenous word meaning “many tributaries”. The Adams River here is recognized internationally for its salmon runs and for its fine angling for trout.
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Every four years in fall, the famous Adams River sockeye salmon run brings viewers from all over the world. Millions of red and green spawning salmon crowd the river, vying for places in which to deposit their eggs. During these years BC Parks, the Department of Fisheries & Oceans, and The Adams River Salmon Society, organize the famous Salute to the Sockeye Festival.
Visitors to the park may enjoy the trails along the lower park in many seasons. In summer rafters come down the exciting river on inflated rafts, and hikers of every skill level find trails suitable for their enjoyment.
This is a fascinating place to visit at any time of year, but particularly in early October during the run of the Adams River sockeye salmon. Every fourth year is a “dominant” run, with millions of fish to be seen (2022 will be a dominant run). The Adams River Salmon Society coordinate the celebration known as the ‘Salute to the Sockeye’ during the dominant years. 2019 and 2023 will be “sub-dominant” runs of sockeye. These years often have substantial returns of sockeye and offer excellent viewing opportunities. During the last three weeks of October in years where there isn’t a ‘dominant’ or ‘sub-dominant’ return, a small number of salmon begin their spawning cycle. The best place to view spawning salmon will be in the channel next to the parking lot.
Tsu’twecw park is located 11 km northeast of Chase, turn off the Trans Canada Highway at Squilax Bridge and travel 5 km on paved road. Photo: Ken Cook
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