Vaseux Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary - Okanagan Falls, British Columbia
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N 49° 18.191 W 119° 32.129
11U E 315685 N 5464252
The Vaseux Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary was established in 1923. It is now known as Vaseux Lake Provincial Park. The park is about 6.5 km south of Okanagan Falls or 15.5 km north of Oliver. Coordinates are for the start of the walking trail.
Waymark Code: WMQ2VV
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 12/08/2015
Views: 3
There is an information kiosk at the start of the walking trail that provides information about some of the birds found here. There is a boardwalk that leads to the bird watching tower and other viewing areas.
This is a very short walk that leads to Vaseux Lake where more than 220 bird species frequent the area. There are several benches along the way to stop and enjoy the abundance of swans, ducks and geese and other wildlife in the area. The best time to visit is spring or fall.
Vaseux Lake supports nationally significant populations of Lewis's Woodpecker, Western Screech Owl, Flammulated Owls and Yellow-breasted Chat.
Park Name: Vaseux Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Sponsoring Organization: BirdLife International
Handicap Accessible?: Yes
Website: [Web Link]
Entrance Fee: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
List any Hides, Birding Towers, or other structures to assist in Birdwatching found at the location:
Birding Tower
Parking Coordinates: Not Listed
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