The Notch
Located in Nanoose Bay, the Notch Hill Loop offers one of the most rewarding hikes in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area.
Tucked into Nanoose Bay, Enos Lake is a 1-kilometre-long lake surrounded by forest, wildflowers, and the sounds of nature.
This peaceful 18-hectare lake is named after John Enos, the first settler of Nanoose Bay, who arrived from the Azores in 1862. Though located on private property, the trail system is open year-round, except during periods of extreme dryness when it may close due to fire risk.
The most obvious access point to the trails at Enos Lake is on Fairwinds Road. From the Petro Canada gas station turn off the Island Highway (Highway 19) onto Northwest Bay Road. Turn right onto Powder Point Road and continue until you reach a four way stop. Continue straight as Powder Point Road then becomes Fairwinds Road. Look for the trail head on the left hand side of the road.
Enos Lake is on Vancouver Island, roughly a 20-minute drive from Parksville Downtown, and is just a few minutes from another popular hike, the Notch.
Swimming is not permitted at Enos Lake. Consider exploring popular swimming spots or head to one of our beaches for a refreshing swim.
Fishing is not allowed at Enos Lake to protect its endangered stickleback population. However, there are ample ocean and freshwater fishing locations in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region.
The Notch
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