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Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park is a majestic place with lots of mature fir trees and relatively mature cedar trees. The park features a beautiful shore of Sproat Lake, which is on the southwest, overlooking Mount Anderson rising to the south. It offers warm and crystal-clear water and lots of spaces for camping and sunbathing.
Sproat Lake is a lovely area for water sports, including swimming, fishing, scuba diving, waterskiing and when the wind is up, you can enjoy windsurfing.
Sproat Lake has a good reputation for rainbow trout fishing, especially from June to September. There are numerous hiking trails throughout Sproat Lake Provincial Park. One leads to the "K’ak’awin", which is one of the most fabulous panels of prehistoric petroglyphs in British Columbia on lakeshore rocks depicting mythological figures.


Sproat Lake Provincial Park Location

Sproat Lake Provincial Park has about 43 hectares (106 acres) area. It is located on the northeast shore of Sproat Lake, Port Alberni, Vancouver Island.
There are 59 camping spots in two separate campgrounds and a large day-use area. All make this park a popular destination for campers and picnickers.
Taylor Arm Provincial Park, Fossli Provincial Park, and Stamp River Provincial Park are among the nearest parks. Despite being among several lakes, Great Central Lake is the largest one in the area.


How to Get to Sproat Lake Provincial Park by Car

From Nanaimo:
The Fastest route from Nanaimo is via BC-19 N and BC-4 W. It is 95.5 km (59.3 miles) and takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Follow BC-19 N and BC-4 W for 94.7 km (58.8 miles) to Lakeshore Rd in Alberni-Clayoquot D and Continue 850 m (2788 ft) on Lakeshore Rd to your destination in Fanny Bay.

From Victoria:
The Fastest route from Victoria is via Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. It is 206 km (675 miles) and takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Take Government St to Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N and BC-19 N to Memorial Rd/BC-4 W in Nanaimo G for 150 km (492 miles). Take exit 60 from BC-19 N. Follow BC-4 W to your destination for 50 km (164 miles) in Fanny Bay.


The Hike to Get to Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park Trail is an easy out and back trail near Alberni-Clayoquot Regional, British Columbia, Canada. It has a 2.3 km (1.4 miles) length and 15 m (49 ft) of elevation gain. The trail features a lake and beautiful wildflowers and provides an opportunity to see wildlife. It is mostly used for hiking, walking and camping. The best time to use this trail is from June until October. Dogs are allowed to use the path but must be kept on a leash.


History of Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park was known as Smith's Landing before it became a provincial park. George Smith was the one who farmed the area, and the name of the area took after him.
Sproat Lake Provincial Park was established on June 6, 1966. The park was given to the province by MacMillan Bloedel Limited. Sproat Lake is named after a native of Galloway, Scotland, who was called Gilbert Malcolm Sproat.
In 1860, Sproat arrived on Vancouver Island and established a sawmill at the Alberni Canal head.


Things to do around the Sproat Lake Provincial Park Area

Sproat Lake Provincial Park is a well-treed area and features a spectacular beach. This area offers excellent activities like hiking, biking, and camping. Sproat Lake is perfect for water sports like swimming, fishing, windsurfing, waterskiing, scuba diving, and kayaking. Based on the BC Act, Sproat Lake Provincial Park is one of the protected areas on Vancouver Island, where you are not allowed to hunt.

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Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Sproat Lake Provincial Park is a majestic region with lots of mature firs and some relatively mature cedar trees that features a beach lake.

Swimming

Swimming is a popular activity in the warm waters of Sproat Lake.

Camping

There are 59 camping spots in two separate campgrounds and a large day-use area. All make this park a popular destination for campers and picnickers.

Fishing

Sproat Lake provides chances for freshwater fishing. Remember that all anglers should have an appropriate licence in British Columbia.

Hiking

There are numerous hiking trails throughout the park that can be enjoyable for visitors.

Canoeing, Kayaking

Sproat Lake offers an excellent opportunity for canoeing or kayaking. Paddlers can set in at the boat launch, which is located near the day-use area or at any other accessible point along the lake.

Waterskiing

Waterskiing is a popular activity you can choose in Sproat Lake.

Scuba Diving

Sproat Lake provides opportunities for Scuba Diving.

Windsurfing

When the wind is up, don't miss the adventure of windsurfing in Sproat Lake.

Biking

Visitors can go cycling along the trails. Remember that Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

What you Can Expect to Do Near Sproat Lake Provincial Park

China Creek Diving

China Creek Diving

Camping in Little Qualicum Falls Campground

Camping in Little Qualicum Falls Campground

Sproat Lake Wakeboarding and Waterskiing

Sproat Lake Wakeboarding and Waterskiing

China Creek Kiteboarding

China Creek Kiteboarding

Sproat Lake Provincial Park Outline

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What you Can Expect to See Near Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Great Central Lake

Great Central Lake

Port Alberni

Port Alberni

Sarita Falls

Sarita Falls

Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Sproat Lake Provincial Park

Pelham Range

Pelham Range

Somass River

Somass River

No Name Falls

No Name Falls

Little Qualicum Falls

Little Qualicum Falls

Sproat Lake

Sproat Lake

Hole in the Wall Falls

Hole in the Wall Falls

Cameron Lake

Cameron Lake

Horne Lake

Horne Lake

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