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photo of Morton Lake ' Morton Lake Provincial Park
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Attention Visitors - Important Notice!

  • There are no park alerts at this time.

Park Info:

There is a reason the area northwest of Campbell River is called “lake country,” which visitors to Morton Lake Provincial Park are sure to discover. From April to June and September to October, lake fishing for Rainbow, Cutthroat and Dolly Varden trout on Mohun Lake in the park can be excellent. While this park is popular with anglers, there is still plenty to do if fishing isn’t your favourite pastime. During the summer, visitors can fill their days swimming, canoeing, boating or just lounging on the sandy beach at Morton Lake.

Today little sign can be found of a devastating fire that burned more than 30,000 hectares of forest surrounding Morton Lake to the ground in 1938. The fire, which burned for more than one month, inspired a massive replanting effort the following year, during which 800,000 Douglas fir trees were planted in one month—an incredible accomplishment in those days.

Morton Lake Provincial Park, which includes all of Morton Lake and a section of shoreline on neighbouring Mohun Lake, provides access to the popular Sayward Canoe Route – a 47-kilometer paddle and portage circuit. The park offers lake-front camping, as well as a boat launch, pit toilets, a short hiking trail to tranquil Andrew Lake and a large picnic/day-use area.

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Park Size:  74 hectares.

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

Location:

Morton Lake Provincial Park is located 27 km northwest of Campbell River in the Sayward Forest. The easiest way to reach Morton Lake is via Hwy 19. Turn off at the Menzies Main logging road, approximately 10 minutes past the pulp mill. Follow the gravel Menzies Main for 12 km, then take Morton Lake Road for another 7 km to the park.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

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Nature & Culture:
  • History - A devastating fire in 1938 burned more than 30,000 hectares of forest surrounding Morton Lake to the ground. The fire, which burned for more than one month, inspired a massive replanting effort the following year, during which 800,000 Douglas fir trees were planted in one month—an incredible accomplishment in those days. Hemlock, cedar and white pine has naturally regenerated in the park.
  • Conservation - Douglas-fir while hemlock, cedar and white pine are found here.
  • General Wildlife, Marine & Outdoor Ethics Information


Visitor Safety:

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

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Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping.

Campsite Reservations:
Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available.

Explore Parks: Fees, park listings, what you should know before you go and other useful links.

Contact Information:

R.L.C. Enterprize Ltd.
E-mail address: office@rlcenterprize.com
Phone: (250) 474-1336

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vehicle accessible, drive-in campsites

Winter Camping




 

Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available. All sites are located adjacent to the lake. This park is open year round; a winter camping fee is in place and campers must be self-sufficient.

Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $15.00 per party / night
BC Senior's Rate (Shoulder Season only): $7.50 per senior's couple/night
Winter Vehicle Accessible Camping Fee: $10.00 per party / night

Campground Hours of Operation
All dates are subject to change without notice

Opening and Closing Campground Dates: (campground is accessible but may not offer full services such as water, security, etc.)

May 1 - October 15
Campground Dates with Full Services and Fees: May 1 - October 15
Campground Reservable Dates: May 15 - September 8
Total Number of Vehicle Accessible Campsites: 24
Number of Reservable Campsites, if applicable: (all remaining sites are first-come, first-served) 6
Note: The above information is for the campground only. Park users can still walk into the park if conditions such as weather permit. Check the "Attention Visitor Notice" above for park alerts.
wilderness, backcountry,  walk-in camping

Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is not permitted at this park.

group camping - 15 or more campers

There are no group campsites at this park.

picnic, day-use facilities,  no camping

This park has a large day-use/picnic area, located at the entrance to the park at the west end of Morton Lake. This park is a very popular summertime destination, with a sandy beach and warm lake. Facilities include picnic tables, a parking area, two change houses, pit toilets and an information shelter.

wheelchair accessibility

The change house and pit toilets at the day-use area are wheelchair accessible. Two wheelchair accessible pit toilets are located in the campground.

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drinking water

There is one cold water hand pump, located at the intersection of the campground and day-use area.

toilets

This park has pit toilets located at the day-use area and campground.

showers

There are no showers at this park.

sani-stations, sani-dumps

No sani-station/dump facilities. The nearest sani-station is in Campbell River

firewood, campfires

While fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. Campfire rings are provided at each campsite, as well as communal rings in the day-use area. Firewood can be purchased from the Park Facility Operator. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Limited burning hours or campfire bans may be implemented. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.

There are no electrical hook-ups in this park There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
interpretive,  educational  programs

There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.

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walking, hiking trails

A trail leads from the campground across from campsites 7 and 8 to Andrew Lake, approximately 30 minutes away. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.

playgrounds

This park does not have a playground.
swimming

A fine sandy beach with a warm lake and picnic area attracts swimmers and sunbathers. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.

canoeing, kayaking

Canoeing and kayaking is a popular activity on both Morton and Mohun Lakes. Mohun Lake provides access to the Sayward Canoe Route – a 47-km paddle and portage circuit. Contact the Ministry of Forests for further information on this paddling opportunity.

power boats, boat launch

There is no boat launch at Morton Lake but launching of small car-top boats and canoes can be done at Mohun Lake. A natural ramp is available for trailered boats on Mohun.

fishing

From April to June and from September to October, lake fishing for Dolly Varden, Rainbow & Cutthroat trout on Mohun Lake can be excellent. Fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing regulations. All anglers should check the current regulations issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada prior to fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

cycling, mountain biking, bicycling

Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.

horses, horseback riding

There is no horseback riding allowed in the park.

pets, domestic animals in parks Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash and under control at all times and are not allowed in beach areas. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.

Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.

wildlife viewing

No wildlife viewing opportunities.

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winter recreation, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, toboganning, ice skating

No winter recreation opportunities.

scuba, snorkelling

No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.

windsurfing

No windsurfing opportunities.

waterskiing

No waterskiing opportunities.

hunting

No hunting in the park.

climbing, rock climbing

No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.

spelunking, caving

No spelunking or caving opportunities.

cabins, yurts, lodges

No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.

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