Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park
IUCN Category II (National Park)
Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park
Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park Location in British Columbia
Location	Central Coast RD, British Columbia
Nearest city	Bella Bella
Area	860 ha (2,100 acres)
Created	16 September 1992
Governing body	BC Parks

Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park is a special protected area in British Columbia, Canada. It's located on the southwest side of King Island. This park is a "provincial park," which means it's a place protected by the government of British Columbia. It's kept safe for nature and for people to enjoy.

About Codville Lagoon Park

Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park was first created in 1965. It was made a park because it's a very important place for the Heiltsuk People. The Heiltsuk are an Indigenous group who have lived in this area for thousands of years. The park helps protect their history and connection to the land.

Where is the Park?

The park is found along the beautiful coast of British Columbia. It's part of the Central Coast Regional District. The closest town is Bella Bella. This area is known for its stunning natural beauty. It has many islands, fjords, and rich wildlife.

Why is This Park Special?

The park covers about 755 hectares, which is like 1,865 football fields! It was expanded in 1995. This expansion included an older park called Sugar Lake Provincial Park. The park protects a unique marine environment. It also protects important cultural sites for the Heiltsuk People.

Exploring the Park

One of the cool features of Codville Lagoon Marine Provincial Park is a trail. This trail leads to a place called Sagar Lake. While the trail is not regularly maintained, it offers an adventure for those who visit. Sagar Lake is special because it has a rare red sand beach. Imagine seeing sand that's not white or yellow, but red! It's a truly unique sight in nature.