Dead Man's Island Park
1.0 ha
Area
1933
Established
Class C
Park class
Park
Type
About this Park
This small one hectare park encompasses an island in Burns Lake, 2 km southeast of the village of Burns Lake. The park is used in both summer and winter by local residents, for picnicking and similar activities.
Safety information
- Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
Location notes
Dead Man’s Island Provincial Park is 2 km southeast of Burns Lake and is only accessible by boat.
Activities
- 13:Swimming Burns Lake is a great place for a summer swim.
- 13:Fishing
- 13:Canoeing The park is accessible by boat only. It is a short trip (2 km) from the Burns Lake municipal boat launch to the island.
- 13:Wildlife viewing Birding is the main wildlife viewing opportunity at this park.
- 13:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
- 13:Winter recreation The park can be accessed by skating, snowshoeing, skiing, or snowmobiling in winter months. Be sure Burns Lake is well frozen before venturing out onto the lake.
Facilities
- 13:Picnic areas There is a public use picnic shelter on the island available on a first come, first served basis.
- 13:Pit or flush toilets This park only has pit toilets, no flush toilets.
- 13:Campfires Campfires are permitted. If you chose to have a fire, please bring wood with you. Collecting firewood on the island is prohibited.
Location
54.20726, -125.73258 · Tweedsmuir North
