[4] Say Nuth Khaw Yum means "Serpent’s Land" in Halkomelem, the traditional language of the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation.

[3] Say Nuth Khaw Yum Park covers 6,689 hectares (16,530 acres) of mountainous terrain surrounding Indian Arm, an 18 kilometre long fjord that extends north from Burrard Inlet.

[3] The southeastern corner of the park surrounds most of Buntzen Lake, a small reservoir managed by BC Hydro.

[3] The park's close proximity to the Greater Vancouver metropolitan area makes it a popular destination for recreation.

[3] The southeastern corner of the park features a well-developed trail system, most of which are rated as moderately difficult.