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Lower Tsitika River Provincial Park

Lower Tsitka River Provincial Park
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
A map showing the location of the park in British Columbia
LocationBritish Columbia, Canada
Nearest cityPort McNeill
Coordinates50°27′29″N 126°35′20″W / 50.45806°N 126.58889°W / 50.45806; -126.58889
Area37.45 km2 (14.46 sq mi)
EstablishedJuly 12, 1995 (1995-07-12)
Governing bodyBC Parks
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Lower Tsitika River Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada.

History

The park was established on July 12, 1995.[1]

Geography

The park is 3,745 hectares (9,250 acres) in size.[1] This park protects the lands between three previously established Ecological Reserves, namely Tsitika Mountain Ecological Reserve, Mt. Derby Ecological Reserve and Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve.

The park is located 20 kilometres (12 mi) east of Woss, British Columbia on Vancouver Island.[1]

Conservation

The reserve helps to protect the upland portions of Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve and its sensitive Orca habitat.

Recreation

The recreational activities available are backcountry camping, hiking and fishing. The park receives minimal visits as hikers are prohibited from entering the Tsitika River estuary.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c "Lower Tsitika River Park". BC Parks. Retrieved June 28, 2024.

50°27′30″N 126°35′20″W / 50.4583°N 126.5889°W / 50.4583; -126.5889

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