Temporary Closure of Beaches to Dogs
Beaches within the Parksville Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area (PQBWMA) will be temporarily closed to dogs to the annual Brant geese migration. Rathtrevor Beach will be closed to dogs from February 15 to April 30. Parksville Bay Beach and Qualicum Beach from March 1 to April 30.
More InfoDid you know these four facts about Cameron Lake?
1. It only takes about 15 minutes to drive from downtown Qualicum Beach to Cameron Lake.
2. There is something very large swimming in the lake, maybe more than one! Cammie, the Cameron Lake cryptid is estimated to weigh about 30 lbs and is less than 3 metres in length. Read more.
3. Some believe there are underwater tunnels that connect Cameron Lake and Horne Lake.
4. Cameron Lake is an ideal spot for fishing, swimming, and windsurfing!
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