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Attention
Visitors - Important Notice!
- No park
alerts at this time.
Park
Info:
This small, day-use only park provides quiet nature viewing
and picnicking on one of the only protected park islands
found in a major destination lake. Located on Shawnigan
Lake on southern Vancouver Island, this park is one of the
smallest parks in British Columbia. This tiny island provides
sanctuary and habitat for a variety of small mammals, birds,
amphibians, reptiles, plants and fungi. Memory Island is
accessible by boat, canoe or kayak from various points on
Shawnigan Lake, including West Shawnigan Lake Provincial
Park.
Please note:
This park is cooperatively managed by the Cowichan Valley
Regional District. Services and facilities may differ from
those offered in other BC Parks.
Park
Size: 1
hectare
Special
Notes:
Management
Planning:
Management
Planning Information
Location:
Memory
Island Provincial Park is located on Shawnigan Lake on
southern Vancouver Island. The park can be reached from
various points on Shawnigan Lake, including West Shawnigan
Lake Provincial Park. To reach this park turn west off
Hwy 1 at Shawnigan/Mill Bay Road in Mill Bay. Follow the
road approximately 15 km to Shawnigan Lake, then turn
right onto Shawnigan Lake Road. Follow this road until
you reach the park. Nearby communities include: Shawnigan
Lake, Cobble Hill, Mill Bay, Cowichan
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature & Culture:
- Conservation - Because of Memory Island’s isolation from the mainland, the park protects nesting waterfowl during the spring. Resident breeding birds include Common mergansers, Belted kingfishers and Common snipe. This tiny island also provides sanctuary and habitat for a variety of small mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, plants and fungi.
- 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.
Camping is not permitted in this park.
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There
are no
vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
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There
are no
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping at this
park.
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There
are no
group campsites at this park.
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This
park has a day-use/picnic area.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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Bring your own drinking water as potable water is
not available in the park. All surface water must be
boiled, filtered or treated prior to consumption.
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Pit toilet. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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Campfires
are not permitted.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park. |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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There
are no developed trails at this park.
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This
park does not have a playground.
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There is no designated swimming area at this park.
There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
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There
are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
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This
park does not have a boat launch.
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Shawnigan
Lake, which surrounds Memory Island, is stocked with
trout and is a popular destination for anglers. Lake
fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal
fishing regulations. All anglers should check the
current regulations issued by Fisheries and Oceans
Canada prior to fishing. Anyone
fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an
appropriate licence.
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Cycling
is not permitted.
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash and under control at all times. 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.
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No
wildlife viewing opportunities.
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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No
hunting in the park. |
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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