Lake Cowichan, Administrative town in Cowichan Valley, Canada
Description
Lake Cowichan is a town at the eastern end of Cowichan Lake on Vancouver Island, situated at roughly 180 meters elevation. It sits within Pacific Northwest temperate rainforest that shapes the surrounding landscape and outdoor character.
History
The town was officially founded in 1944 following construction of a hydroelectric dam that spurred settlement in the region. The dam project brought economic development that helped the community grow.
Culture
The Cowichan Tribes were the first inhabitants here and maintain deep roots in the community today. Their presence shapes local traditions and how people connect with the land around them.
Practical
Highway 18 connects the town to Duncan, making it accessible for visitors seeking outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and camping. The area offers year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Did you know?
The town marks the western terminus of the Trans Canada Trail system, one of the world's longest continuous walking routes. This national long-distance path offers an exceptional way to explore Canada on foot.
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Juan de Fuca Marine Trail
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BC Forest Discovery Centre
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Saysutshun Provincial Park
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Bastion
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Petroglyph Provincial Park
36.3 km
Mount Maxwell Provincial Park
39.5 km
Koksilah River Provincial Park
31.1 km
Dionisio Point Provincial Park
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37.3 km
Pirates Cove Marine Provincial Park
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33.4 km
Bodega Ridge Provincial Park
41.4 km
Wakes Cove Provincial Park
42 km
Cowichan River Provincial Park
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Gabriola Sands Provincial Park
43.4 km
Drumbeg Provincial Park
43.1 km
West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
36.1 km
Christian Science Society
39.1 km
Entrance Island Lighthouse
46.3 km
Tide Pools at Botanical Beach
44.1 km
Botanical Beach
43.9 km
Chemainus Theatre
26.9 km
Yellow Point Bog Ecological Reserve
32.1 km
Reid House
38.9 km
Woodley Range Ecological Reserve
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