logo
Menu
  • Home
  • Explore Parks
  • News
  • Contest
  • Opportunities
  • Contact
Vancouver Island

Main Lake

About the Park

Main Lake Provincial Park on Quadra Island encompasses six lakes and protects a biologically diverse freshwater system that includes more than 72 bird species and 234 plant species. The park, which was established in 1997, offers significant wilderness recreation opportunities, including wilderness camping, canoeing, kayaking and hiking.

Wilderness camping is allowed at 7 designated camping areas in the park. These areas are accessible by boat only. Camping is not permitted in other areas of the park. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics. This park is open year round, however fees are only collected from May 15 – September 15 when backcountry services are provided. Payment must be made via the BC Parks Backcountry Registration System. Although the system does not reserve a campsite, the system provides visitors the convenience of prepaying for their trip and not having to carry cash. Cash payments for backcountry camping opportunities are not available at this time.

______
September 22nd 2023, Friday
°C
   ___
  • TEMPERATURE
    °C | °C
  • HUMIDITY
    %
  • WIND
    m/s
  • CLOUDINESS
    %
  • SUNRISE
  • SUNSET
  • SAT 23
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %
  • SUN 24
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %
  • MON 25
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %
  • TUE 26
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %
  • WED 27
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %
  • THU 28
    °C | °C
    Cloudiness
    %
    Humidity
    %

Contact

For more information on this park please visit bcparks.ca

Rates

Backcountry Camping Fee: $5.00 per person / night for all persons 6 years of age or older. Payment available online only.

Facilities

A sandy bottom boat launch, parking lot, and 7 boat accessible designated camping areas in the park. Camping is not permitted in other areas of the park.

Location

Located on east-central Quadra Island. Visitors can reach Quadra Island via BC Ferry service from Campbell River on central Vancouver Island. While the park may be accessed by vehicle via ferry/highway, it is best enjoyed by canoe, kayak or small boat.

Size

3,530 ha.
Available amenities & activities at this park
Visit Website
Visit Website

Park Amenities


  • Wilderness / backcountry / walk-in camping

  • Pit Toilets

  • Campfires allowed

  • Boat Launch

Park Activities


  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Winter Recreation
Directions & Gallery

  • Get Directions
  • View Gallery
Back to the Park Finder

Nearby Parks

Rebecca Spit Marine – Quadra Island

View Park
Special Offer 2023 Season

15% off TOFINO Zodiac Whale Watch

15% off TOFINO Zodiac Whale Watch with Remote Passages Marine Excursions. Experience the thrill of the open Pacific Coast! Explore for Grey & Humpback Whales, Sea Otters and Seabirds. Then return to the beaches and cozy cafés of Tofino. Visit RemotePassages.com for more information.

To pre-book your TOFINO Whale Watch call 250-725-3330. Use code GC2023.

Valid: on regular adult rate; with pre-booked reservations for the 2023 season; subject to availability; cannot be combined with other offers; regular safety restrictions & minimums apply.

Find Your Ocean Adventure
September 21, 2023

We have another logo game winner!

Jenifer Hirmer from Port Alberni is the lucky winner of the latest Go Camping BC logo game draw. Jenifer and a guest will join Remote Passages Marine Excursions in Tofino […]

Read More

Go Camping BC

  • Home
  • Explore Parks
  • News
  • Contest
  • Opportunities
  • Contact

More From Us

Sign Up for our Newsletter

Stay Connected

Go Camping BC provides users with the tools and information to help plan the ultimate BC Parks camping vacation.

Advertise With Us
BC Parks logo
© 2023 - Go Camping BC, BC Society of Park Operators. All Rights Reserved.
To top