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Cougar Canyon Ecological Reserve

Date Established: 1981
Size: 553 ha
Cougar Canyon Ecological Reserve

Purpose

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 »

Cougar Canyon Ecological Reserve was established to preserve representative Interior Douglas-fir ecosystems, together with a chain of small lakes and associated wetlands.

Detailed Ecological Reserve Description

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.

Detailed Description

Supporting Documents

Restrictions

Ecological reserves are not created for outdoor recreation. Most ecological reserves, however, are open to the public for non-destructive pursuits like hiking, nature observation and photography. Consumptive activities like hunting, freshwater fishing, camping, livestock grazing, removal of materials, plants or animals are prohibited by regulation in ecological reserves. Motorized vehicles are not allowed. Research and educational activities may be carried out but only under permit.

Special Restrictions

Cougar Canyon Ecological Reserve is restricted to scientific and educational purposes related to reserve management only. There is no designated public access to the ecological reserve. Access to the reserve is challenging as much of the reserve is bordered by steep terrain. Groups of ten or more people must receive permission from the Ministry prior to entering this ecological reserve.

Location and Maps

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

13km S of Vernon, E of Kalamalka Lake

Ecological Zones

Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification information

Interior Douglas Fir

Management Planning

Approved Purpose Statement