A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
The Megin-Talbot addition to Strathcona Provincial Park contains the largest undisturbed watershed on Vancouver Island, karst limestone geography, old-growth forests and salmon habitat. Located in the northeast portion of Clayoquot Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island, the Megin-Talbot addition was identified for protection in the Clayoquot Sound Land-Use Decision in 1995.
The Megin River supports salmon, steelhead and Dolly Varden trout, making it a popular location for sport fishing. Megin Lake offers wilderness camping, recreational fishing, and canoeing and kayaking opportunities. Another good paddling area is in Upper Shelter Inlet, where paddlers can take a peaceful and picturesque trip down river. Majestic trees, crystal clear waters and a variety of wildlife including waterfowl, seals, sea lions and lots of black bears makes this a memorable trip within the park. Special Features: This park contains old-growth forests of spruce, fir and cedar, as well as a fresh water lake and an estuary.
The Megin-Talbot addition to Strathcona Park is located in the northeast portion of Clayoquot Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Access to the park addition is by boat and by hiking from Shelter Inlet. Float planes equipped to carry canoes and kayaks have been used to access Megin Lake from Tofino. The closest communities are Tofino and Ucluelet.
Online Management planning information for this park is not available at this time.
Activities Available At This Park
Canoeing
Canoeing and kayaking opportunities exist on Megin Lake and on the Megin River. Another good paddling area is in Upper Shelter Inlet. This is a beautiful scenic area, with lots of wildlife viewing possibilities It’s a beautiful trip down river, with huge trees, clear waters, waterfowl, seals, sea lions and lots of bears.
Fishing
Megin Lake offers good fishing opportunities for rainbow and cutthroat trout. The Megin River is noted for steelhead. Sports fishing charters are available out of Tofino and Ucluelet, which will fly visitors into the area for fishing. 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.
Hunting
Portions of this park are open to hunting for specific species. Hunters must have valid licences and tags. Please refer to the BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations for more information.
Swimming
There is no designated swimming area at this park however there are opportunities for swimming on Megin Lake. There are NO LIFEGUARDS on duty at provincial parks.
Facilities Available At This Park
Cabins / Huts / Yurts
A rustic cabin on Megin Lake is maintained by Tofino Air. Use of the cabin can be arranged with Tofino Air, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided. This park is accessible year round; there is no winter camping fee at this time. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
