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 Location
Gordon Bay Provincial Park is located 35 km northwest of Duncan on southern Vancouver Island. The park, situated on the shores of Cowichan Lake, is accessed via Hwy #18 off Hwy #1. Travel 26 km west on Hwy #18 to Lake Cowichan, then 14 km on South Shore Road. Nearby communities include: Honeymoon Bay, Cowichan Lake, Youbou, Duncan, Victoria.
Outdoor Activities
For a great family camping vacation, head to Gordon Bay Provincial Park, located on the shores of Lake Cowichan, north of Duncan on Vancouver Island. In the summer the lake is warm and the sandy beach makes for great family swimming. History buffs find plenty to interest them in the park and the surrounding area, which is home to a second-growth Douglas-fir forest. Set in one of Vancouver Islands sunniest valleys, this area boasts the highest average annual temperature in Canada. The lake is known for its spectacular fresh-water fishing in the spring, fall and winter, when anglers can be challenged by rainbow, cutthroat and Dolly Varden trout. Waterskiing and windsurfing are also popular activities on the lake. This small wilderness area features a number of walking and hiking trails with unparalleled views. Keen-eyed hikers can spot a variety of wildlife and birds, including juncos, Stellars jays, chestnut-backed chickadees, mergansers and golden eye ducks. Visit in April when the wildflowers are at their peak.
Picnicking
This park has a large day-use/picnic area with picnic tables, parking lot, adventure playground, amphitheatre and flush toilets. The day-use area is a popular spot for local residents, who come to the park to swim and picnic.
Picnic use is first come, first served in this day use area.
Group Sites
There is one group campsite at this park. You can reserve this area up to one year in advance by contacting www.discovercamping.ca
Camping
This park offers vehicle accessible, semi private campsites, set in a second-growth Douglas fir stand. Campsite reservations are recommended during the peak season and available from May long weekend to Labour Day weekend. Please contact www.discovercamping.ca to reserve up to 3 months in advance beginning March 15 or call toll-free 1-800-689-9025.
Prices and Seasons
The prices for camping are seasonally adjusted to the provision of services. During the peak season camping fees are $28.00 per night and there is a second vehicle charge of $12.00. Additional sleeping units are permitted in an occupied campsite but there is a camping fee charge of $28.00.
Winter season is October 1 to April 30, or until full services are resumed. Rates are $11.00 for everyone. Shoulder season is May 1 to June 15 and after Labour Day to September 30 where the rate is $28.00 and BC seniors (must provide BC Gold Card) pay $14.00 (half price) per night. Peak season is June 16 to Labour Day where the rate is $28.00 and seniors pay $28.00 (full price) per night. Second vehicle charges are $12.00 per night with a campsite.
Reservations
To make a reservation in the campground please contact Discover Camping or by calling
Fires
Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings provided that a fire ban is not in effect. Firewood is available for sale to visitors and the cost is $7.00 per bundle or $18.00 for 3 bundles. It is illegal to burn wood or material from the forest because it is destructive and damages the protected ecosystems within the park.
Nearby Parks
Nearby parks include Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park and Bamberton Provincial Park.
Rules and Regulations
To see the complete list of opportunities and regulations for this park please see the BC Parks Parkfinder
For the general rules and regulations for all Provincial parks please see BC Parks General information.
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