Baynes Island Ecological Reserve

Ecological Reserves are areas in British Columbia selected to preserve representative and special natural ecosystems, plant and animal species, features, and phenomena. Ecological Reserves provide the highest level of protection for the maintenance of physical and biological diversity while allowing for research and educational activities. More information on Ecological Reserves »

BC Parks has created a detailed description of each Ecological Reserve to support current or potential education and research. Each account includes physical, biological, and cultural information as well as management concerns regarding the Ecological Reserve, with references to supporting documents where available. Additional documents may also be made available, upon request.

Supporting Documents

• Ecology of Coastal Western Hemlock Zone
• Hydrology Report

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

In Squamish River, 10 km N of Squamish

• Location Map
• Ecological Reserve - Detailed Map [PDF 21MB]

Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification information

The Baynes Island Ecological Reserve Management Plan was approved in Feb 2012. This plan replaces the 2003 Purpose Statement.

• Baynes Island Management Plan Feb 2012
• Management Plan Background Report 1999