Chemainus Lake
Ian Faulks Don Brown
Date: Sunday, Oct. 23
Meet: Chemainus Lake parking lot
Time: 10am
Costs: None
Washrooms: None
Walking Conditions: The path to the dock and the one to the bridge (about 150 metres) are wheelchair accessible. Past the bridge the path becomes too uneven and rough for wheelchairs but is reasonable for walking.
Wheelchair Accessible: Partially, the path to the dock and bridge are the rest is not.
Directions: From Duncan take Hwy1 north towards Chemainus. About 12 km from Highway 18, make a left turn with the light at MacMillan. Drive about 400 metres to the parking lot. The parking lot is at the intersection of MacMillan and River Road. From the north, make a right turn at River Road until you reach MacMillan.
Cautions: The path may be muddy in places if there has been heavy rain.
Features: A lake stocked with fish, trees, a dock over the water, marsh plants and a path around the lake.
Photo Opportunities: Plants, trees, birds, lake scenery, possibly fishermen.
Post Trip Review (coffee): TBA