Cape Scott Provincial Park
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| Cape Scott Provincial Park | |
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| Location: | British Columbia, Canada |
| Nearest city: | Holberg |
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| Area: | 222.94 km² |
| Established: | 1973 |
| Governing body: | BC Parks |
Cape Scott Provincial Park is a provincial park located at the northwestern tip of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
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[edit] Geography
The park is known for its old growth forest and sandy beaches. The terrain is rugged and the area is known for its heavy rain and violent storms.
The park's highest point is Mt. St. Patrick, 422 meters above sea level. The park's largest lake is Eric Lake, at 44 hectares.
[edit] History
From 1897 until 1910, Danish settlers tried to establish a fishing community near San Josef Bay. Due to the harsh climate and lack of governmental support, the community failed and all settlers left the area.
Some artifacts can still be seen in the park, including a three-metre-tall granite tombstone, several corduroy roads, the ruins of a farmhouse, and many rusty farming implements.
A lighthouse was built on the cape in 1960 and is still in operation. Despite its remote location, it is still manned by a lighthouse keeper, and is one of the few lighthouses that has not been automated.
[edit] Recreation
The park is a popular destination for backpackers during the less rainy summer season. Though there is a road to the southern end of the park, most of the area is accessible only by foot. There is a designated campsite at Eric Lake with pit toilets, food caches, and wooden tent platforms.
