Ministry of Environment - Duck Lake Protected Area

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Park Info:

The Duck Lake Protected Area is located east of Powell River and provides important nesting habitat for migratory and non-migratory birds.

This area offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, swimming and canoeing as well as offering excellent opportunities for birdwatching.

Park Size: 768 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

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Location:

Location Map

Duck Lake Protected Area is located 5 km east of Powell River, just south of Haslam Lake.

Map/Brochure:

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There are no digital maps or brochures for this park
Location Map

Nature & Culture:

General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information

Visitor Safety:

General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping.

No camping at this park.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	No wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	Campfires are not permitted.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	The Protected Area has approximately 9 km of good hiking and mountain biking trails which provide excellent wildlife and scenic viewing opportunities. All are well-marked, off of the main Duck Lake Road. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
	This park does not have a playground.
	Swimming is permitted; however, the shoreline is rocky with no sandy beach. There are no lifeguards in provincial parks.
	There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park. This is a relatively small lake with a perimeter of approximately 4 km. The Duck Lake Forest Service Road runs along the edge of the lake. Parking is along the road adjacent to the lake. The shore is rocky with steep drop off.
	This park does not have a boat launch.
	Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	The Protected Area has approximately 9 km of good hiking and mountain biking trails which provide excellent wildlife and scenic viewing opportunities. All are well-marked, off of the main Duck Lake Road. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure. Helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
	No horses or horseback riding.
	Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	No hunting in the park.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.