Secret Lakes of Southern Vancouver Island

Other guidebooks occasionally feature lakes, but this is the first, most comprehensive guide to the beautiful lakes that make southern Vancouver Island such a wonderful place to live and visit. Find the best place to soak up sunshine, where to launch your boat, and how to avoid the crowds. You'll find plenty of information Swimming & Beaches Walking and Hiking trails Fishing, Boating, & Paddling Cycling & Mountain Biking Parking, Picnic Tables, & Washrooms Interested in one particular activity? Check out the Top Ten lists to find the best lakes to walk your dog, learn about nature, catch rainbow trout or go for a family picnic. Maps and directions are provided for each lake, along with detailed descriptions on unique natural features and colourful details on early settlement and historical events. Learn what to watch for and how these places came to be. The casual visitor, avid naturalist and armchair historian will all find this to be an indispensable guide to exploring, enjoying and understanding the secret lakes of southern Vancouver Island.