Main Lake Provincial Park Explained

Main Lake Provincial Park
Iucn Category:II
Map:Vancouver Island##British Columbia
Relief:yes
Map Width:200
Map Alt:A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
Location:Quadra Island, British Columbia, Canada
Nearest City:Campbell River
Coordinates:50.2108°N -125.2164°W
Area Km2:35.3
Governing Body:BC Parks

Main Lake Provincial Park is a provincial park on Quadra Island in British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1996 as Main Lakes Chain Park and renamed and expanded in 1997,[1] the park encompasses a large wilderness area of six lakes with many diverse animal, bird and plant species.[2] Opportunities for visitor observation and outdoor recreation include wilderness camping, canoeing, kayaking and hiking.[2] Main Lake, Village Bay Lake and Mine Lake are connected by narrow, shallow marshes.[2] Clear Lake, Stramberg Lake and Little Main Lake are accessible by hiking or rough portage.[2] [1]

References

50.2111°N -125.2167°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Main Lake Park . BC Geographical Names . 21 September 2021.
  2. Web site: Main Lake Provincial Park - BC Parks.