Painted Turtle
ParkBritish Columbia, CA
Kikomun Creek Provincial Park
About
Kikomun Creek Provincial Park offers a delightful blend of sandy beaches, serene lakes, and diverse wildlife, making it a perfect destination for families and nature enthusiasts. The park's unique grassland and forest ecosystems provide a picturesque backdrop for a variety of outdoor activities.
What to do here
Explore the Surveyors Lake Loop Trail, a 2.02 km easy hike around the lake, ideal for spotting western painted turtles basking on logs. Enjoy swimming and paddling in the warm waters of Surveyors Lake, or try fishing for smallmouth bass and rainbow trout.
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Good to know before you go
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Bring binoculars for birdwatching; the park is home to species like osprey, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks.
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Respect wildlife by observing from a distance, especially the western painted turtles, which are a protected species.
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