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Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park in the Pacific Rim region is a spectacular area that is a popular amusing day-use destination for Kennedy Lake and beach-based recreation. Kennedy Lake is the largest lake on Vancouver Island. It is surrounded by an incredibly intertwined rainforest and steep-sided mountains. Several fishes include sockeye, various species of salmon, and trout, inhabit the lake. In the fall, it is possible to view the beach spawning of the sockeye. Black bears are roaming there.


Kennedy Lake Provincial Park Location

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park has about 241 hectares (595.5 Acres) area. It is located adjacent to the Clayoquot Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
This park features two sites of majestic scenery along the south shore of Kennedy Lake. The lake is located north of Ucluelet on the island's central west coast. It is the largest lake on Vancouver Island and is formed by the confluence of the Kennedy River and Clayoquot River.
The nearest parks to Kennedy Lake Provincial Park are Clayoquot Arm Provincial Park, Kennedy River Bog Provincial Park, and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.
As the park is placed in the Pacific Rim area, you can expect several beaches. Some of them include South Beach, Limser Beach, Wickaninnish Beach, Combers Beach, Long Beach, Brown's Beach, Big Beach, Little Beach, and Terrace Beach.


How to Get to Kennedy Lake Provincial Park by Car

From Nanaimo:
The Fastest route from Nanaimo is via BC-4 W. It is 172 km (107 miles) and takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Follow BC-19 N and BC-4 W to Alberni-Clayoquot C for 169 km (105 miles). Continue to follow BC-4 W and drive 3.5 km (2.17 miles) to reach Kennedy Lake Provincial Park.

From Victoria:
The Fastest route from Victoria is via Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N and BC-4 W. It is 282 km (175.2 miles) and takes about 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Take Government St to Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N for 1.2 km (0.7 miles). Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N and BC-19 N to Memorial Rd/BC-4 W in Nanaimo G for 153.5 km (95 miles). Take exit 60 from BC-19 N and drive 1.5 km (0.9 miles). Follow BC-4 W to your destination in Alberni-Clayoquot C for 126 km (78.3miles).


The Hike to Get to Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

There are no developed hiking trails in Kennedy Lake Provincial Park.


History of Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park was established on July 12, 1995. The Nuu-chah-nulth First Nation has been living in this area for thousands of years. In the 1900s, logging and fishing became viable industries by settlers who came to the area.


Things to do around the Kennedy Lake Provincial Park Area

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park features an impressive lake and a beautiful intertwined forest. The lake is perfect for water activities, like swimming, fishing, windsurfing, and kayaking. Visitors can observe the beach spawning of the sockeye in the fall. Based on the BC Act, Kennedy Lake Provincial Park is one of the protected areas on Vancouver Island, where you are not allowed to hunt.

The Best Parks Near Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

Duncan

Duncan

Lake Cowichan

Lake Cowichan

Nitinat Caves

Nitinat Caves

Skutz Falls

Skutz Falls

Seymour Range

Seymour Range

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Cowichan River Provincial Park

Cowichan River Provincial Park

Memory Island Provincial Park

Memory Island Provincial Park

Koksilah River

Koksilah River

Nitinat Lake

Nitinat Lake

Cowichan Lake

Cowichan Lake

Cowichan River

Cowichan River

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park Activities


Wildlife Viewing, Bird Watching

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park is a picturesque area beside Kennedy Lake. Several fishes inhabit the lake.
Black bears are roaming the park in the fall. You can also observe the beach spawning of sockeye in autumn.

Windsurfing

Kennedy Lake offers possibilities for windsurfing adventures.

Swimming

Although there is no designated swimming area at Kennedy Lake Provincial Park, the sandy beaches of Kennedy Lake offer chances for swimming. Be careful; there is no lifeguard on duty at the park.

Fishing

Freshwater fishing can be done in Kennedy Lake, specifically Cutthroat trout, but you should have an appropriate license.

Kayaking, Canoeing

Kennedy Lake offers excellent opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. There is a boat launch at the park.

What you Can Expect to Do Near Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

West Coast Outdoor Adventure Whale Watching

West Coast Outdoor Adventure Whale Watching

Nitinat Triangle Kayaking and Canoeing

Nitinat Triangle Kayaking and Canoeing

Shawnigan Lake Kayaking and Canoeing

Shawnigan Lake Kayaking and Canoeing

Boeing 737 Jet Plane Diving

Boeing 737 Jet Plane Diving

Camping in the Gordon Bay Camp Site

Camping in the Gordon Bay Camp Site

Cowichan Lake Wakeboarding and Waterskiing

Cowichan Lake Wakeboarding and Waterskiing

Cowichan Lake Windsurfing

Cowichan Lake Windsurfing

Nitinat Lake Kiteboarding

Nitinat Lake Kiteboarding

Kennedy Lake Provincial Park Outline

Specifications

Climate

Timing


1- The numbers are estimated on average.

What you Can Expect to See Near Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

Duncan

Duncan

Lake Cowichan

Lake Cowichan

Nitinat Caves

Nitinat Caves

Skutz Falls

Skutz Falls

Seymour Range

Seymour Range

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Cowichan River Provincial Park

Cowichan River Provincial Park

Memory Island Provincial Park

Memory Island Provincial Park

Koksilah River

Koksilah River

Nitinat Lake

Nitinat Lake

Cowichan Lake

Cowichan Lake

Cowichan River

Cowichan River

Planning for Kennedy Lake Provincial Park

Suitability

Camping & Resort

Services

Tips

Packing

1. Pets are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings.


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