Parks & Special Places From the lush green valleys of Katannilik Park to the wild rapids of the Coppermine River, find out about Nunavut's territorial parks, heritage Rivers and other special places.
Find out how to get to the park, where to stay, local arts and crafts, and find a guide or outfitters who can take you to the park.
Traveling
Getting There
No roads lead to Nunavut; our Territory is accessible only by air and sea.
First Air and Canadian North both fly regular daily schedules to Iqaluit from four main southern airline ‘hubs': Ottawa, Montreal, and Edmonton (via Yellowknife and Rankin Inlet). Flights from Winnipeg (via Churchill and Rankin Inlet) are also available.
- First Air: www.firstair.ca
- Canadian North: www.canadiannorth.ca
From the centre of Iqaluit, it's an easy 30-minute walk to the park. From the three-way stop by the gas station, proceed north to the Aeroplex Building, number 1084. Turn left and continue past the yield sign, until you see the sign for Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park. Turn right and follow the signs. This route will pass some interesting local attractions, including an area near a stream where a local dogteam is kept for the summer. A cab ride to the park is $5 per person, but there are no phones in the park, so make arrangements to be picked up later.
Facilities in the park include a parking area with comfort station, barbecue pits and a recently constructed viewing platform. There is no fee for either day use or camping. The Park Pavillion which overlooks the falls is available for rental. Contact the Nunavut Parks Office for information on this. The park is open year round, however winter conditions and blowing snow may make park roads impassable to vehicles. The park pavilion and comfort station facilities are closed from October until June. ATV access to the river valley is strictly prohibited and all vehicular traffic in the park is required to stay on park roads.
Where To Stay
There are several options in Iqaluit including hotels and bed and breakfasts.
Frobisher Inn
Ph: 867-979-2222
Website: www.frobisherinn.com
Discovery Lodge Hotel
Ph: 867-979-4433
Email: disclodg@nunanet.com
Navigator Inn:
867-979-6201
Email: navinn@nunanet.com
Rannva's Bed and Breakfast
Ph: 867-979-0551
Website: www.rannva.com
Crazy Caribou Bed and Breakfast
Ph: 867-979-2449
Website: www.crazycariboubedandbreakfast.com
Beaches Bed and Breakfast
Ph: 867-979-3034
Accommodations by the Sea Bed and Breakfast
Ph: 867-979-xxxx
Outfitters/Guides
Outfitters from Iqaluit offer boat or dogsled trips to Qaummaarviit Territorial Park from Iqaluit.
Mayukalik Hunters and Trappers Association (Kimmirut)
Phone: 867-939-2355
NorthWinds Arctic Adventures (Iqaluit)
Phone: 867-979-0551
Website: www.northwinds-arctic.com
Association des francophones du Nunavut (Iqaluit)
Phone: 1-867-979-2801
E-mail: odyssee@nunafranc.ca
Website: www.destinationnunavut.com
Inuksuk Adventures Ltd.
Phone: 1-867-979-2113
Fax: 1-867-979-2750
E-mail: njoblejr@qiniq.com
Website: www.inuksukadventures.ca
Allen Island Outiftting
Ph : 867-979-0107
Email: joehess@nunanet.com
Arts and Crafts
The Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum features Inuit artifacts and art, interpretive displays and hosts travelling exhibits and other local and territorial events. The Museum also houses a retail outlet for Inuit art and related items.
Ph: 867-979-5537
Fax: 867-979-4533
Email: museum@qiniq.com
Travel Information
The Unikaarvik Visitor Centre in Iqaluit is a great place to start your trip to Sylvia Girnnell Territorial Park. The Centre provides interpretation for the Territory, local attractions including Katannilik, Sylvia Grinnell and Qaummaarviit Territorial Parks.
Ph: 867-979-4636
Nunavut Tourism – can provide detailed information on your trip to Nunavut. Visit their website to request your copy of the Nunavut Travel Planner.
Ph: 1-866-NUNAVUT (686-2888)
Email: info@nunavuttourism.com
Website: www.nunavuttourism.com
