Mount Fernie Provincial Park

Mount Fernie Provincial Park is a provincial park located just west of the town of Fernie in British Columbia, Canada. It was established on May 4, 1959 to protect the ecology of the lower Lizard River while providing recreational opportunities for local residents and visitors alike. The park is named after Mount Fernie, a prominent peak located north of the park.[2]

Mount Fernie Provincial Park
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature)[1]
LocationFernie, British Columbia, Canada
Coordinates49°29′20″N 115°06′07″W
Area259 ha (640 acres)
EstablishedMay 4, 1959
Governing bodyBC Parks
WebsiteMount Fernie Provincial Park

References

  1. "Protected Planet | Mount Fernie Park". Protected Planet. Retrieved 2020-10-26.
  2. Environment, Ministry of. "Mount Fernie Provincial Park - BC Parks". bcparks.ca. Retrieved 2020-10-26.


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