duck lake protected area

The whole area around this lovely small lake is a maze of trails, for biking, horseback riding, running, hiking- even a limited amount of wheelchair access. A free trail map is available from the Visitors Centre in Powell River. Roads are gravel, good when logging is active. Drive slow when logging trucks are running and remember because of them- the roads exist and are kept in drivable condition

This lake is for the independent traveler. The town of Powell River is only 20 minutes away. One should be prepared to be away for at least one and half hours for just a drive for a preliminary exploration. Then go back prepared for a longer stay. Whether one wants to hike, fish (catch and release except for 3 or 4 small pan size Cut Throat Trout and don't forget your fishing license), hike or relax in a non motorized boat (the only kind allowed on the lake), the opportunity is there. This is the edge of the wilderness so be prepared to meet bear, cougar, squirrel, chipmunk and birds.There is a wheel chair accessible path at one side of the lake. Give yourself plenty of time to find it and ask the locals for direction. There are logging roads in use during the week, so be careful.

A few weeks ago my wife and I and our son and his family (they have 2 children) spent an afternoon hiking the trails in this beautiful forested area. We enjoyed it so much that 2 weeks later we went round the trails on our mountain bikes. Powell River is really fortunate to have areas like Duck Lake and volunteers who give their time to maintain the trails. Thank you Powell River!

Duck Lake offers tons of hiking/biking trails and places to swim or fish. It is a local favorite for a bonfire and even offers some camping spots.

Mooi wandel en mountainbike gebied. Wij hebben verscheidene kortere wandelingen hier gedaan. Ideaal gebied voor iedereen, zowel op de mountainbike als te voet. Route"s zeer goed gemarkeerd.