Diana Lake Provincial Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Diana Lake Provincial Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Diana Lake Provincial Park
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Location | North Coast RD, British Columbia |
Nearest city | Prince Rupert |
Area | 233 ha (580 acres) |
Created | 4 March 1980 |
Governing body | BC Parks |
Diana Lake Provincial Park is a 233 hectare provincial park located 16 kilometres east of the city of Prince Rupert in the North Coast Regional District of British Columbia, Canada. The park was established by BC Parks in 1980.
Description
The park provides lake, lakeshore and forest recreation opportunities for local residents and travelers along the Highway 16 corridor. Diana Lake is the primary freshwater recreation site, popular for swimming and picnicking, for regional residents. It also has a fascinating nature trail that winds through lush coastal rainforest. All five species of Pacific salmon, as well as steelhead, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden trout can be found in the lakes and creeks around this park.
The day-use area is open from May 15 to September 15. There is no potable water available at this park.
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