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Located in the middle of the city, Burnaby Lake Regional Park is a stunning wildlife sanctuary. The lake was created by a glacier 12,000 years ago and its shores were home to sawmills in the late 1800's.

Birdwatching is superb. Look for great blue herons, bald eagles, belted kingfishers and osprey. You might even spot rarer birds such as the green-backed heron. A viewing tower provides a bird's eye view for spotting wildlife. Or you can canoe the lake and get a close-up view of busy beavers, diving ducks and turtles feeding in the marsh. Don't miss the north shore, which includes Warner Loat Park and the Nature House. The House is open weekends in the summer and provides interpretive nature classes and displays. On the south shore visit the Wildlife Rescue facility, which houses a wildlife habitat garden.

Several trails circle the lake, giving you the opportunity to enjoy fresh air, exercise and more chances to view birds and animals in this wilderness environment.

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Outdoor Activities

A range of outdoor activities are possible at the park. Visitors can engage in self directed recreation on land or they can opt to head out on the water for a day of Canoeing or kayaking.

Familly Outings

Famillys will find the park a fine place to spend the day whe the weather is good. It is a woundeful spot to have a picnicking, relax and enjoy the views.

Wildlife Viewing

As a wildlife sanctuary, the park is a prime spot for nature viewing. Bird Watchers can come to see waterfoul, fishers and raptors.